McLaren SUPER SERIES, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Driving Controls
Handling and Powertrain Controls
2.27
NOTE: If there is a fault or the launch
procedure has not been followed
correctly, a warning message ‘Launch
Mode unavailable - See owner’s
manual’ will be shown on the Driver
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
Launch control process
1. Ensure the steering wheel is in a
straight 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.
4. Press the LAUNCH button.
NOTE: L will flash in the gearbox mode
indicator, see Manual/automatic
mode, page 2.19 and ‘Launch Mode
active - Awaiting full throttle’ will be
shown on the Driver Display.
5. With your left foot remaining on the
brake pedal, press and hold the
accelerator pedal down fully with your
right foot, the engine speed will
increase to 3,200 rpm.
NOTE: To abort launch control release
the brake pedal before pressing the
accelerator pedal or wait for
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