2023 McLaren GT Owner’s Manual

The 2023 McLaren GT will be a high-performance grand tourer that is both luxurious and flexible. It will combine high-performance powers with refined comfort and usefulness. The McLaren GT was made to easily travel long distances in style. It has a sleek exterior with beautiful lines and dihedral doors that show off McLaren’s unique design philosophy. The GT has a powerful V8 engine that gives it a lot of power and speed. Its adaptive suspension and comfortable interior make it easy and fun to drive. The GT’s cabin is made of high-quality materials, has the latest technology, and has plenty of room for both the driver and guests on long trips. The 2023 McLaren GT brings a new era of grand touring to the brand with its mix of speed, style, and ease of use.

Instruments

Overview
The Driver Display is activated when the ignition is switched on, see Switching on the ignition.
WARNING: No messages will appear on the Driver Display if there is a fault with the screen or vehicle electrics. Contact your McLaren retailer immediately. Use of the vehicle in these circumstances can be dangerous.

Tachometer
The tachometer display appears in the center of the Driver Display when in Non-Active, Comfort, or Sport powertrain and handling modes. The red number on the display indicates the engine’s maximum RPM. When Track powertrain or handling modes are selected, the tachometer style will change to suit the selected mode.

NOTE

• The maximum RPM is dynamic and will be reduced under certain conditions, for example, if the engine oil is below normal operating temperature or if neutral gear is selected.
• Do not operate the engine at or near its maximum speed for a significant length of time. The fuel supply is cut off to protect the engine when the maximum RPM is reached.

Shift lights
When Track powertrain or handling mode is selected, shift lights will be displayed across the top edge of the Driver Display. The shift lights are arranged in three blocks; a green block, red block and blue block. Each block illuminates as engine RPM increases. Accelerating the engine speed beyond the point that the blue block is illuminated is not conducive to rapid acceleration.

Speedometer
The speedometer is situated centrally on the Driver Display when in Non-Active or Comfort powertrain and handling modes.
When Sport or Track powertrain or handling modes are selected, the speedometer style will change to suit the selected mode.
NOTE

• The speedometer changes from mph to km/h when the units are changed from miles to kilometres.
• The vehicle speed will constantly display ‘0’ if there is a system communication fault. A warning message will appear on the Driver Display to inform you of the fault. Adapt your driving style while this fault exists, you are responsible for the vehicle’s speed at all times. Contact your McLaren retailer.

Driver Display
Warnings appear in a pop-up window on the Driver Display. The stored messages can be viewed at any time when the ignition is on.
WARNING

• Operating and browsing menus whilst the vehicle is in motion could make you unable to observe road and traffic conditions and could cause an accident.
• Do not ignore warning messages, failure to take appropriate action may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

Clock
The clock displays the current time.

Temperature
WARNING: Even if the temperature displayed is above freezing point, the road surface may still be icy. You should always adapt your driving style and speed to suit the weather conditions.

Temperature is the current outside temperature. There is a short delay before a change in outside temperature is displayed.
When the outside air temperature falls below 3°C (37°F), the frost warning message will be displayed and the temperature reading will change color after the message has been displayed. When the outside temperature falls below 0°C (32°F), the ice warning will be displayed.

Menu
Navigation through the menu structure is achieved using the control stalk mounted on the left of the steering column.
The following categories are available:

• Trip info
• Vehicle info
• Navigation

Navigate the menu

1. Move the control stalk up or down (+ or -) to highlight your choice.
2. Pull the stalk towards you to enter your selection.
3. Then select the topic of interest from the list, and move the control stalk up or down (+ or -) to highlight your choice.
4. Pull the stalk towards you to move through to the next menu in the structure.
5. At the end of each structure, there will be a display of information or a screen where a setting can be changed or information viewed.
6. When the function required is selected or a setting is made, pull the stalk towards you to confirm.

Trip info
The Driver Display can display the following trip data:

• Trip (since start)
• Trip (long term)

In order to reset the trip data to zero, select the required option from the menu and pull the stalk towards you (FORWARD) to confirm. Displays distance, time, average fuel consumption, and average speed for the current journey. The information will also reset to zero when the engine is switched off for approximately 2 hours.

Trip (long term)
Displays distance, time, average fuel consumption, and average speed since the last trip reset.
Odometer
The odometer is shown on each trip screen and displays the total distance the vehicle has traveled.

Vehicle info
The following choices can be made from the Vehicle info screen.

• Message
• Tyre
• Oil status
• Battery
• Servicing
• Vehicle identification number

Message
If no error messages have been logged, the display will confirm this. If any errors have been logged, the screen will display error messages with arrows to scroll through the messages.

Tyre
This shows the pressures and temperatures of each of the 4 tires. If the figures appear in white, no action is required. If they appear as amber or red text, have the tires inspected and pressures rectified as soon as possible. Inspect the tire (s) for any possible causes of reduced pressure or increased temperature.

Oil status
Displays a gauge showing the level of oil, together with the oil temperature. To check the engine oil level.

Battery
Displays a gauge showing the battery charge status. To charge the battery, see Charging the battery. To see how long the vehicle can be parked without the engine running or charging the battery.

Servicing
At approximately 30 days or 625 miles (1,000 km) before a service is due, the above display appears. The message will then appear every time the ignition is switched on, with the time/distance figures reducing. Once the service has been carried out, the display will be reset by your McLaren retailer. If a service becomes overdue, the display will show the distance by which it is overdue.

Vehicle identification number
Displays the vehicle identification number (VIN).

Navigation
The current navigation turn-by-turn guidance will be displayed on the Driver Display if route guidance has been started using the Central Infotainment Touchscreen. For more information on setting a route and using the navigation feature. The turn-by-turn display shows the next turn direction and distance.
NOTE: If no destination has been set using the Central Infotainment Touchscreen, only the compass and current road name will be displayed.

If available, the speed limit for the current road will be displayed on the Driver Display.
NOTE: The speed limit is for guidance only, always observe local speed limit information as there may be temporary or new speed restrictions in place.

Messages
The Driver Display may show messages that refer you to the Owner’s Handbook. The icon displayed with the message indicates the severity.

• Information that does not require action to be taken.
• Information that requires action to be taken.
• Low-risk fault information.
• High-risk fault information.
  NOTE: Some messages may have different icons indicating that there is a fault with a specific function.

Some messages advise you to consult the Owner’s Handbook. The table below indicates what you should do when one of these messages is displayed.
WARNING: Do not ignore warning messages, failure to take appropriate action may result in injury or damage to the vehicle.

FAQ’s