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Surgical Precision: McLaren Service & Repair in Costa Mesa, California
McLaren is not just a car manufacturer; it is a technology company. Owning a McLaren means piloting a machine built around a carbon fiber monocell, active aerodynamics, and Formula 1-derived hydraulics.
At Ether Supercars in Costa Mesa, CA, we match that engineering sophistication with surgical maintenance. We are the premier independent McLaren specialist for Newport Beach and Orange County, offering a level of technical capability that rivals the factory, but with the personalized agility of a boutique shop.
The Ether Standard: Engineering-Led Maintenance
McLarens are notoriously sensitive to maintenance. A "general" exotic mechanic often lacks the specific tooling required to service the Proactive Chassis Control (PCC) systems or properly diagnose the complex electrical architecture.
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MDS (McLaren Diagnostic System) Capabilities: We utilize dealer-level diagnostic tools to communicate with all vehicle modules, allowing us to reset service intervals, clutch kiss points, and suspension accumulators.
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Hydraulic Suspension Specialists: The PCC system is brilliant but complex. We are experts in diagnosing "suspension fault" warnings, replacing failed accumulators, and performing the critical hydraulic fluid flushes that keep the ride compliant.
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Carbon Fiber Care: Understanding the Monocell chassis requires specific lift points and handling procedures to ensure structural integrity during service.
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Performance Optimization: From the MP4-12C to the 765LT, we know how to reliably extract more power from the M838T and M840T engines.
Specialized McLaren Services
Factory Scheduled Maintenance
We strictly follow (and often exceed) the factory service schedule to prevent the "brittleness" these cars can exhibit if neglected.
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Annual Services: Oil and filter changes using manufacturer-approved synthetic oils, thorough vehicle inspections, and software updates.
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Coolant System Upgrades: Identifying and replacing the notorious factory hose clamps that are prone to failure, preventing catastrophic coolant loss.
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Brake Fluid & Hydraulics: Precision bleeding of the brake and PCC systems to remove air pockets and maintain pedal feel.
Common Repairs & Solutions
We proactively address the known weak points of the platform.
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Accumulator Replacement: If your 720S or 650S ride has become bouncy or hard, your nitrogen accumulators have likely failed. We replace them and recalibrate the system.
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ISG & Electrical Diagnostics: Troubleshooting battery drain issues, "Electrical System Fault" errors, and issues with the Integrated Starter Generator on newer models.
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Door Latch & Soft Close Repair: Fixing the common soft-close failures and window indexing issues.
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Turbo & Boost Leaks: Smoke testing intake tracts to find boost leaks that cause power loss and check engine lights.
Performance Tuning
Unlock the true potential of your twin-turbo V8.
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ECU Tuning: Custom maps (via M-Engineering or other partners) to safely increase boost and fueling, often adding 80-100hp.
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Downpipes & Exhaust: Installation of heat-shielded downpipes (Ryft, Novitec, Kline) to reduce engine bay heat, lower backpressure, and unleash the sound.
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Heat Management: Gold-foil heat wrapping and upgraded intercoolers for cars that see track time.
Precision Care for Your McLaren
Don't trust your carbon-fiber machine to just anyone. Bring it to Ether Supercars, where we speak the language of aerodynamics and hydraulics.
Schedule Your Diagnostics Today
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Call Us: (949) 813-7747
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Visit Us: 2925 Airway Ave | Unit F, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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2925 Airway Ave., Unit F
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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