That does sound or must look annoying, I'm not to sure there is a button at the centre of the console which can be pressed to turn them off. I hope that works, it sure sounds simple but sometimes these things are. Cheers......??

 

That does sound or must look annoying, I'm not to sure there is a button at the centre of the console which can be pressed to turn them off. I hope that works, it sure sounds simple but sometimes these things are. Cheers......����

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Yea, I see what you are talking about there, but that button is for both reading lights. Here maybe this picture will help.

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I've never considered these smaller dim lights to be a distraction, since they are intended to illuminate the console at night. Although, with the original iris system, having the entire screen on standby (instead of being totally off) was a lot more eye catching at night. Thankfully this was addressed in iris 2.

In any case, I believe you can dim the interior lights using the trip computer stalk (on the left of the steering wheel). After starting the car, simply press the stalk down a few times and you should see the brightness bars of interior lights reducing on the left computer screen. Good luck

 

Thanks. I tried that, however i only have brightness bars for switch lights. Any other ideas?

 

I think there is a further interior lighting adjustment opportunity in the sub menu. From memory, it is something like: vehicle settings, interior lighting...

I think it lets you tune the foot wells, the doors, and perhaps those lamps that are bothering you.

I can give it a check tonight, if this does not make sense when you go to the menu.

Good luck.

 

Yes it's called courtesy lighting and it can be set to on or off. Mine is set to on and I do not have the problem that volder has. I open my door and these two lights come on and will stay lit for approximately 60 seconds and then turn off. Cheers.....??

 

Congrats on the 12C, you're gonna love it. If all else fails you may have to just MacGyver it with some small pieces of electrical tape. That blocks light real good. Yup.

 

That's not a bad idea, actually...

The courtesy lighting setting you guys are talking about turns on the reading lights, not the smaller LEDs. There is no setting or button I can find for these two small LEDs.

I guess I'll just plug 'em up with some tape as suggested...

 

And some would moan if they weren't there... Damned if they do, damned if they don't...

 

Don't mistake this thread for a complaint. I was simply asking if there was a way to dim/off the lights. That's it.

 

What "levers" are there that any normal high end car doesn't have?

IMHO You really shouldn't be piloting a 600BHP supercar if you're finding this sort of thing worrying...

 

I think you missed the part where I said that I just got the car and was in the process of figuring it all out. Should I go find that for you?

 

Sorry, don't wish to sound negative but the car is really dead simple. The important thing is, it's a supercar that won't kill you, unless you are extremely stupid. Something the motoring press fail to appreciate ;-)
I apologise if I upset you, not intended ;-)

 

As a relatively new 12C owner as well, I want to express support for volder in that the various controls, driving modes, etc can be very intimidating for the first couple of weeks. I came from an 2007 Aston Martin that was a simple and retro as it could be and found that I had to totally ignore the various "doddads" while driving the 12C. I only tried to figure out the controls when parked in my garage.

 

Indeed, the 12C allows you to control many features, if you are inclined to fiddle. Although, when it comes to the business of driving, the fact that the steering wheel doesn't have any buttons was one of the most appealing features I noticed first. No need to worry about finger gymnastics Another feature I continue to love is the "rocking" paddle shift, being able to up/down shift so easily with either hand is bliss

In any case, as you discover more tricks of the McLaren you will settle with your preference and enjoy driving it even more

 

These are supposed to softly illuminate the center console and should be dim almost like moonlight. If they are bright there may be a fault. Find another car to compare.

 

Went for a ride tonight and must admit I don't find those little lights annoying at all. The centre screen is more of a nuisance as previously mentioned by andymlow. Cheers.....??

 

It's only a minor annoyance. I do find them a little distracting, but I can live with it. If that's my only complaint, I guess it's a good thing.