McLaren 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Oil and Maintenance Fluid Specs

Review the available maintenance fluid data for McLaren 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW), including capacity, viscosity and approval information where provided.

Contents

🚘 Make
McLaren
🧩 Model
P1
🛠 Generation
P1
⚙️ Engine / Trim
3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW)
📅 Years
2013–2015
⛽ Fuel / Drive
Gasoline

McLaren 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Maintenance Fluid Guide

Correct fluid selection helps protect the engine, cooling system, transmission, driveline and hydraulic components during normal operation.

Service Notes for Cars

For cars, engine oil viscosity, transmission fluid type and coolant requirements may differ by engine code and market specification.

McLaren P1 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Engine Oil — M838T

Use the specified oil viscosity and capacity for McLaren 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW). Incorrect oil grade can affect cold starts, fuel economy and engine protection. Listed capacity: 8.00 L.

Capacity8.00 L
API SpecificationCF, SN Plus, SP
ACEA SpecificationA3, B4
OEM ApprovalFord MF95700400X, Ford MP15700400AB, Mitsubishi MZ100723EX, Polaris 502082, Polaris 502528, Polaris 2881413, Subaru SOA868V9290, Subaru SOA635046, Suzuki 990LM07590
Viscosity0W-40

Recommended Products

  • Super Synthenik Oel SSL 0W-40 — 1111108-001 , 1.00 L
  • Professional Engine Cleaner — 1390321-300 , 0.30 L

McLaren P1 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Transmission Fluid

Before servicing this component, check the required fluid type, fill point, drain point and level-check method.

Capacity4.50 L
API SpecificationGL-4, GL-5
Viscosity75W-90

Recommended Products

  • VSG 75W-90 — 1221101-001 , 1.00 L

McLaren P1 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Brake Fluid

Do not mix incompatible brake fluid types. Old or contaminated brake fluid can reduce braking performance under heat.

Capacity0.50 L
OEM ApprovalMotorcraft PM21, Renault 7711575552, Toyota 0882300061, Toyota 0882300071, Toyota 0882380004, Toyota 0882380005, Toyota 0882380005EE, Toyota 0882380007, Yamalube YMD650490100, Yamalube YMD650490101, Yamalube YMD650490102, Yamalube YMD650490103

Recommended Products

  • DOT 5.1 — 1350602-001 , 1.00 L

McLaren P1 3.8 2WD (M838T) (737 HP) (542 kW) Coolant

Use the correct coolant type and mixture ratio. Mixing incompatible coolant technologies can reduce corrosion protection and cooling performance.

Capacity23.00 L
OEM ApprovalBMW 83190394350, BMW 83190394368, Ford MP14300500AB

Recommended Products

  • ETC Premix -40C Protect C12evo — 1410166-150 , 1.50 L
  • ETC Concentrate Protect C12evo — 1410165-150 , 1.50 L
  • Destilliertes Wasser (entionisiert) — 1360010-001 , 1.00 L
  • Professional Radiator Cleaner — 1390302-250 , 0.25 L

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Always verify fluid specifications for McLaren P1 with the owner's manual and official service documentation before replacement.