User's Manual

DRIVING CONTROLS
ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS
Launch control
maximum acceleration from a standing start.
WARNING: Do not initiate launch
control unless on a track. Before
initiating launch control, ensure that
all doors, luggage compartment and
service cover are closed, and the
prevailing conditions are suitable for
performing maximum acceleration
maneuvers.
NOTE: Launch control can be operated
in either automatic or manual modes
and any handling or powertrain mode,
but only when the active dynamics panel
is activated.
NOTE: The launch sequence can be
aborted at any point by carrying out any
of the following actions:
applying the parking brake
pressing the ACTIVE button to switch off
the vehicle dynamics panel
or pressing the launch button to switch
off launch control
NOTE: If there is a fault or the launch
procedure has not been followed
correctly, a warning message Launch
mode unavailable - see Owners Manual
will be shown in the left-hand display.
Repeat the launch procedure, ensuring
that it is followed correctly. If the
warning message remains, contact your
McLaren Retailer.
NOTE: Launch mode is only available if
the following conditions are met:
both doors are closed
vehicle ride height normal and nose lift
function inactive
atmospheric altitude has no detrimental
effect with respect to engine
performance
engine coolant at normal operating
temperature
B
ahead position.
2. Depress the brake pedal firmly with your
left foot and select first gear.
3. Press the ACTIVE button to switch on
the active dynamics panel.