2023 McLaren GT Exterior Lighting User Manual
With the 2023 McLaren GT, you can enter the exciting world of high-end cars, where every curve, line and detail has been carefully designed to redefine luxury and speed. As the sun goes down and the city lights start to dance, this engineering marvel’s outdoor lighting comes to life, combining form and function in a way that makes for an unforgettable sight. From its sleek LED headlights that shine brightly in the dark to its intricately designed taillights that make a lasting impression as it glides through the streets, the McLaren GT is more than just a car. It’s a symphony of light, a testament to the best in automotive design that goes beyond mere transportation. Come with us as we explore the fascinating world of the McLaren GT’s exterior lights, where style and innovation meet to set new standards for both the look and safety of cars.
2023 Mclaren GT Specs, Price, Features, Mileage and Review
Before You Drive Lighting
Exterior lighting
- Headlamp main beam
- Direction indicator/Daytime running lamp/Sidelamp
- Headlamp dipped beam
- Side direction indicator
- Licence plate lamp
- Central high-mounted stop lamp
- Stop Lamp/Tail lamp
- Direction indicator
- Reflector
- Reverse lamp and rear fog lamp
Light switch
WARNING: The lights do not switch on automatically in foggy conditions. Automatic light control is only an aid, you are responsible for the vehicle’s lighting at all times.
The light switch is located between the steering wheel and the driver’s door and has the following positions.
At position (0), the lights are off with the exception of daytime running lamps and tail lamps.
Rotate the control to position (A) for automatic light control.
Rotate the control to position (1) for sidelamps or position (2) for headlamps. The side lamp warning light illuminates on the Driver Display.
Automatic light control
The sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on automatically when ambient light falls below a predetermined level.
To switch on automatic light control, turn the light switch to position (A).
NOTE: If the vehicle detects rain whilst the light switch is set to position (A) the dipped beam headlamps will switch on automatically, regardless of current external light levels.
NOTE: With the light switch in position (A) and the rear fog lamp switched on, the dipped beam headlamps will also switch on irrespective of ambient light conditions. When the rear fog lamp is switched off, the dipped beam headlamps will also switch off dependent on ambient light conditions.
Sidelamps
The sidelamps and the daytime running lamps are a combined series of light-emitting diodes located below the headlamp. The side lamps operate at a lower intensity than the daytime running lamps.
The side lamps, tail lamps and licence plate lamps illuminate when the light switch is turned to position (1).
The side lamp notification light on the Driver Display illuminates.
NOTE: The dipped beam headlamps will also switch on automatically if ambient light falls below a predetermined level.
Dipped beam headlamps
To switch on the headlamps, turn the light switch to (2).
The dipped beam notification light on the Driver Display illuminates.
NOTE: On your McLaren, the same headlamp-dipped beam setting applies for driving on either the left-hand or right-hand side of the road.
Main beam headlamps
To switch to the main beam, push the stalk away from you.
The main beam headlamp notification light illuminates the Driver Display.
Pull the stalk towards you, to revert to the dipped beam.
Headlamp flash
Pull the stalk fully towards you.
The main beam headlamps operate for as long as the stalk is held.
The main beam headlamp notification light illuminates on the Driver Display.
Headlamps
Static Adaptive Headlamps
With the headlamps on, the Static Adaptive Headlamps adjust the beams when cornering, providing improved illumination in the direction of travel.
Motorway Function lighting
The Motorway Function lighting improves the headlamp illumination range when the vehicle speed exceeds a predetermined threshold.
Daytime running lamps
Your McLaren is fitted with daytime running lamps which, along with the tail lamps, illuminate automatically when the ignition is switched on even if all lights are switched off. The sidelamps and the daytime running lamps are a combined series of light-emitting diodes located below the headlamp. The daytime running lamps operate at a higher intensity than the sidelamps.
Rear fog lamp
WARNING: The lights do not switch on automatically in foggy conditions.
NOTE: The rear fog lamp only operates when the light switch is in position (A) or (2).
Press the rear fog lamp button in the centre of the light switch 
The rear fog lamp notification light on the Driver Display and the light in the switch both illuminate.
NOTE: With the light switch in position (A) and the rear fog lamp switched on, the dipped beam headlamps will also switch on irrespective of ambient light conditions. When the rear fog lamp is switched off, the dipped beam headlamps will also switch off depending on ambient light conditions.
Direction indicators
Push the direction indicator/main beam stalk downwards (1) to switch on the left-hand direction indicator.
Push the direction indicator/main beam stalk upwards (2) to switch on the right-hand direction indicator.
The corresponding notification light on the Driver Display will flash.
The stalk returns to its resting position as the steering wheel returns to its central position.
Direction indicators – lane change
Move the direction indicator/main beam stalk until resistance is felt when changing lanes on a motorway. The appropriate direction indicator flashes three times.
For further information about the lighting.
Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps operate even if the ignition is switched off. As a safety feature, they switch on automatically when an airbag is deployed.
Operating the hazard warning lamps
- Press the hazard warning lamps button.
- All the direction indicator lamps and both direction indicator warning lights on the Driver Display flash.
- Press the hazard warning lamps button again to switch off.
NOTE: If the hazard warning lamps have been switched on automatically, press the hazard warning lamps button once to switch them off.
Panic alarm
The panic alarm function is designed to attract attention by sounding the horn and flashing the direction indicator lamps repeatedly.
The panic alarm can be switched on by pressing the hazard warning lamps button for a period of 3 seconds or more.
The horn will cease after the panic alarm has been active for 60 seconds, but the direction indicator lamps will continue to flash. The horn can be re-initiated by pressing the hazard warning lamps button for a period of 3 seconds or more.
To switch the panic alarm off, press the hazard warning lamps button briefly.
Parking lights
NOTE: The parking lights can only be activated when the ignition is switched off.
- To activate the parking lights, press the direction indicator/main beam stalk down for the left-hand side or push up for the right-hand side until resistance is felt. The selected parking lights will illuminate once the vehicle has been locked.
- To deactivate the parking lights, press the direction indicator/main beam stalk down for the left-hand side or push up for the right-hand side until resistance is felt. The selected parking lights will then be deactivated.
NOTE: To activate the parking lights on both sides, press the direction indicator/main beam stalk down and then up. To deactivate, press the direction indicator/main beam stalk down then up again.
FAQs
The 2023 McLaren GT has modern LED lighting technology for its exterior lighting.
When you start up the 2023 McLaren GT, the daytime running lights will turn on automatically.
Yes, you can change how bright the headlights are on a 2023 McLaren GT by going to the settings screen.
Yes, the 2023 McLaren GT comes with adjustable headlights that change the way they shine depending on the road conditions.
The 2023 McLaren GT’s high beam assist feature turns on automatically when the road conditions allow it, but it can be turned off manually if needed.
The ambient lighting in the 2023 McLaren GT makes the mood inside better and adds a soft glow for comfort.
Yes, you can change the colour of the lighting around you in your 2023 McLaren GT through the entertainment system.
The 2023 McLaren GT’s welcome lighting feature turns on when the door is opened, and the settings menu lets you change how it looks.
The 2023 McLaren GT has dynamic turn signs that make it easier for other drivers to see.
The LED bulbs used for the 2023 McLaren GT’s exterior lights are made to last a lot longer than regular halogen bulbs.
The fog lights on your 2023 McLaren GT can be turned on by pressing a special button on the panel.
No, the 2023 McLaren GT’s headlights are self-levelling and adjust themselves to make sure the user can see clearly without blinding other drivers
Yes, the 2023 McLaren GT’s outer lighting is made to work reliably in all kinds of weather.
Yes, the 2023 McLaren GT has automatic lighting levels to make sure that the beams are always in the right place.
Useful Links
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