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Wire Cut point labels:

2 X Cut = 12 V BATTERY GROUND WIRE
2 X Cut = HVIL SAFETY KILL LOOP WIRE (High Voltage Interlock Loop)

Low voltage Cut point to disable HV system

Gas Strut Low Voltage Battery: Air Bag Control Unit Seat Belt Fuel Tank Air Bag
Li-ion 12V Pre-tensioner

Stored Gas Fuse Box High Voltage Component High Voltage High Voltage Battery High Voltage Service
Inflator High Voltage Circuit HV Motor Circuit Cable Li-ion 600V Disconnection
(HVIL)
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Vehicle Identification

Illustration above shows primary features that identify this vehicle as a McLaren P1TM
which is a hybrid vehicle fitted with a High Voltage Li-ion battery.

Submerged or partially submerged vehicle

WARNING!
High voltage system with DC voltage up to 600 V.
Do not touch high voltage systems identified by the orange cables.

If the vehicle is submerged or partially submerged in water, do not touch any high-voltage
components or orange cables while extricating the occupant(s). Do not remove the vehicle until
you are sure the high voltage battery is completely discharged. A submerged high-voltage
battery could produce a fizzing or bubbling reaction. The high-voltage battery will be discharged
when the fizzing or bubbling has completely stopped.

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After a Road Traffic Collision (RTC)

WARNING!
High voltage system with DC voltage up to 600 V.
Do not touch high voltage systems identified by the orange cables.
WARNING!
When attending the scene of a Road Traffic Collision (RTC), involving a McLaren
P1™, always assume the vehicle is live. The wearing of a pair of high voltage
insulating gloves (Rated to 1000 V) is MANDATORY for all the operations 2 – 6,
as show below, and on the next two sheets.
WARNING!
The McLaren P1™ has stop/start technology. If the instrument cluster warning
lights are illuminated the engine may start and the high voltage system may
become active at any time.

1. Secure a safe area around the vehicle: Barrier off if necessary.

2. Stabilize and immobilize the vehicle: Chock the road wheels if necessary, the vehicle has
an electronic parking brake ONLY.

3. Open door-by any of the four methods below (A, B, C & D below):

A. Exterior door release (Located on both doors)

Press firmly the button indicated (2) above, to unlock and unlatch the door.

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B. Interior door release (Located on both doors)

Pull door handle upwards

C. Interior Manual door release (located on both inner rocker panels)

In the event of power failure, remove the manual release strap from its stud, and pull the strap
forwards in one smooth movement until resistance is felt.

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Pull the strap forward again until the door latch is released

D. Exterior Manual Door Release (Driver side only)

In the event of power failure or if key fob battery has become discharged, use the mechanical
key.

Press release catch and remove the mechanical key from the key fob.

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The mechanical lock is located beneath the driver side service access panel.

If panel is locked, it can be accessed using a T20 Torx key (2), included in the emergency tool set
in the front luggage compartment. Insert the Torx key (2) through the grill for the central high
mounted stop lamp, through the grommet and into the socket underneath. Turn the key in a
clockwise direction until the service access panels have been unlocked.

Alternatively the service access panel can be forcibly opened using a lever or crow bar.

WARNING!
Forcibly opening the service access panel may result in the glass breaking.
Safety glasses, gloves and protective clothing must be worn.

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Open the driver side service tray access panel. Insert the mechanical key into the lock and turn
the key clockwise until mechanical resistance is felt.

Apply pressure to the latch area of the door (to counteract pressure of the door seals), and turn
the key further to release the door.

NOTE: Unlocking the vehicle using the mechanical key will activate the antitheft system
and may cause the alarm to sound. Once the door is open, place the key fob on the
section of the cup holder housing immediately behind the switch panel within 10
seconds. The vehicle will recognize the key fob and stop the alarm from sounding.

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4. Ensure that the engine is not running and the instrument cluster displays and
warning lights are not illuminated:

WARNING!
Never assume the vehicle ignition is off if the engine is not running.

If the instrument cluster displays or warning lights are illuminated switch off ignition using the
start stop button (short press).
5. De – activate the High Voltage system: By either proceedure A or B shown below.

A. Disconnect the low voltage (12V) battery negative terminal and HVIL cables

Access to the battery terminals is gained through the front luggage compartment, which can be
opened with the manual key from the ignition key fob.

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Lift hood to open

Once unlocked, using the manual key, push button to open luggage area.

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The battery is located behind the front luggage area rear trim. The trim is retained by 16 bolts.
Alternatively the trim panel can be forcibly removed using a lever or crow bar.
WARNING!
Forcibly removing the rear trim may result in the carbon fibre splintering.
Safety glasses, gloves and protective clothing must be worn.

WARNING!
Turn Ignition “Off”

WARNING!
Cut the 12V battery cables at yellow labels 4 cut positions

The 12 V battery ground and HVIL cables are marked with an emergency label – cut these wires
at these labelled points.
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B. Remove the hybrid fuse

The fuse box is located in the passenger footwell (passenger side) behind facia trims

Release and remove the center console finisher (indicated by arrow). Four push studs hold the
finisher in place.

Remove the foot rest carpet to the underside of the dash pane and then remove the cover
screws using a 7mm socket screwdriver.

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Wearing insulated gloves and using a pair of suitable pliers, remove the fuse.

The HVIL fuse location is highlighted by the red box in the photo above.

Note - High Voltage Interlock Loop (HVIL) fuse is identified in the fuse box by a label pictured
below.

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6. If unable to carry out either procedures 5. A or B: Wearing insulated gloves, slowly

remove the service disconnect using the nylon strap in the center of the plug
WARNING!

High risk of Injury through arc-flash over.

DO NOT remove the “service disconnect” if the

ignition is on or the engine running
WARNING!

DO NOT REMOVE UNLESS IGNITION IS OFF

The service disconnects position is highlighted by the red box in the photo above, located
between the driver and passenger seat at the back of the passenger cabin behind a facia trim
panel (secured with two M4 hex screws).

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The off car charger

Unplug and remove the charger, if it’s plugged in. This can be done safely regardless of vehicle
state.

WARNING!

DO NOT CUT any of cables connected to the charger

WARNING!
High voltage system with DC voltage up to 600 V.
Do not touch high voltage systems identified by the
orange cables.

Note: When the charger is connected to the vehicle the parking brake will be applied. Neutral
gear will be selected automatically to immobilise the vehicle, if not already done manually by the
driver.

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HV Battery Fire / Leak - Safety information

The HV battery is constructed using Lithium Iron Phosphate cells containing electrolyte gel:

• HV Battery fire/ fumes utilize self-contained breathing apparatus and firefighting

protective clothing in a defensive mode (uphill, upwind, upstream).

• Fire extinguishers
For HV battery electrical fire use a co₂ extinguisher only.
WARNING!
Only the emergency services are advised to use water.

WARNING!
After using a CO₂ fire extinguisher the HV battery fire could
reignite at any time due to the Ignition properties of Lithium
Iron Phosphate HV battery cells. However, if water must be
used, LARGE amounts of water will be required (e.g. from a
fire hydrant) to extinguish the flames.
WARNING!
If the battery is punctured then use a co₂ extinguisher only
Release of electrolyte from battery cell may generate
hydrogen fluoride acid. The interaction of water or water
vapor and exposed lithium hexafluorophosphate (Li PF6)
may result in the generation of hydrogen and hydrogen
fluoride (HF) gas. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or
toxic gases.

Responders who are not qualified emergency service personnel are advised to use a CO2 fire
extinguisher to put out any vehicle fire. If this is unsuccessful, retreat to a safe distance and
await the emergency services.

For fire surrounding a non-punctured HV battery use water to cool the vehicle body around the
HV battery ensuring a safe distance is maintained.

• HV Battery electrolyte gel is harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin.

• HV Battery leak
1. Eliminate all ignition sources.
2. Do not touch or walk through leaked material.
3. Absorb all leaked material with earth, sand or any other neutralizing material bag up
and dispose of following state laws.

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Airbags (SRS)
Airbags triggered in an accident are in an active state therefore to de-activate do the following:

• Turn off the vehicle using the start stop button and wait for 5 minutes.

or

• Disconnect the ground connection to the 12 V battery and wait for 5 minutes
(recommended in collisions with non – deployed airbags).

Air conditioning system

The McLaren P1™ is fitted with R134a refrigerant air conditioning system.

Draining and replenishing of refrigerant must carried out by a qualified person using a
recharging unit. The main risks to health and safety associated with refrigerants used in air-
conditioning systems occur if they are released into the atmosphere.
Risks - include:

• Frostbite, caused by skin or eye contact with the refrigerant liquid or gas.
• Asphyxiation, if the gas (which is heavier than air) escapes into a vehicle inspection pit
or similar confined space.
• Toxic and corrosive gases, resulting from thermal decomposition of refrigerant if
exposed to temperatures above 480˚F (250˚C).
• There is also a risk of explosion if hot work, such as welding or burning, is carried out on
or near air-conditioning systems. This arises because high temperatures could cause the
system pressure to increase significantly and although R134a is not flammable at normal
temperature and pressure, it can become combustible when mixed with air under
pressure and exposed to strong ignition sources.

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Vehicle Emergency Equipment

1. Warning triangle
2. First-aid kit
3. Tire sealant
4. Towing eye
5. Customer emergency fuel funnel

Note: The towing eye and the fuel funnel are supplied fitted inside the first-aid kit container (2).

The fire extinguisher is located at the front of the luggage compartment

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Towing for recovery

• The Mclaren P1™ is equiped with a front towing eye mounting only.
• Do not use a ridged bar to tow the vehicle.

The towing eye can be found in the front luggage compartment, inside the First Aid container.
Towing Eye and Mounting

• Remove the cover from the towing eye mounting in the front bumper.
• Screw the towing eye clockwise into the mounting hole, ensuring that it is screwed in
to the full extent of the thread.

WARNING!
A winch cable/strap must be secured to the towing eye only or
the vehicle could be damaged. The towing eye must only be used
to winch the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter for recovery
purposes. Do not tow the vehicle for long distances as doing so
could damage the gearbox.

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Vehicle lifting points

• Lift the vehicle at the points shown in the image below.
• Lifting the vehicle at any other points will damage the vehicle.
• Use a jack with a flat lifting platform and a rubber pad to protect the chassis from
surface damage. Do not lift under a body panel.
• DO NOT attempt to raise both front and rear wheels on one side of the vehicle by
using a single jacking point.
• DO NOT jack the vehicle without first removing the rear jacking plates (shown in the
image below).
• The vehicle can be jacked on the front jacking plates

Use the following procedure to remove each rear jacking plate:

• Use a 5mm Allen key to remove one bolt (1) and a 4mm Allen key to remove three
bolts (2) shown in the above image.
• Release the rear jacking plate cover, detach the drain hose and remove the cover

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• This guide is not a substitute for specialist training and/or literature

and is for use by trained rescue workers only
• The McLaren P1™ is a Hybrid vehicle equipped with a High Voltage
battery pack.
• Improper rescue techniques may result in death or serious personal
injury.
• This document may not be altered without written permission of
McLaren Automotive Ltd.

© McLaren Automotive Ltd. July 2013

Produced in the United Kingdom

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