User's Manual

DRIVING CONTROLS
TARTING AND DRIVING
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manually released, it will automatically
release as the vehicle is driven off
forward, or in reverse as long as the
following conditions are met:
driver!s door is closed
driver!s seat belt is buckled
NOTE: If the parking brake is not
manually applied it will automatically
apply when the engine is switched off.
NOTE: It is only possible to disengage the
parking brake with the ignition on. The
parking brake can be applied in all
ignition states, including car asleep.
NOTE: In the event of total footbrake
failure, the parking brake can be applied
when the vehicle is moving to slow the
vehicle.
Brake pedal
the driver!s footwell. Ensure that floor
mats or carpets are properly secured
and do not obstruct the pedals.
If objects become trapped between
the pedals, you may not be able to
brake or accelerate, and this could
lead to an accident.
WARNING: The braking system is
servo assisted when the engine is
running. The brakes will still function
with the engine off, but more
pressure will be required to operate
them.
WARNING: Do not rest your foot on
the brake pedal while traveling as this
may overheat the brakes, reduce
their efficiency and cause excessive
wear.
WARNING: If the brake warning light
illuminates while the vehicle is in
motion, stop the vehicle as soon as
safety permits and contact your
McLaren Retailer immediately.
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period of bedding in. For the first
625 miles (1,000 km), avoid situations
where heavy braking is required.
Brake disc and pad wear depends on the
driving style and driving conditions.
when the ignition is switched on as a
system test. If the brake warning light
illuminates at any other time, a fault is
indicated. Stop the vehicle as soon as safety
permits and contact your McLaren Retailer
immediately.