light ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE 2010 Repair Manual

Fuel Tank and Lines (10.01)
Fuel (10.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 10-1-7
Normal Fuel Fill - Air displaced from the fuel tank during
filling can only exit via the fuel level vent valve and roll over
valves and be forced through the carbon canister. Any fuel
vapour in the displaced air is absorbed in the carbon filter
material. No fuel vapour can escape to the atmosphere.
Clean air then exits the carbon canister, via and additional
filter, to atmosphere.
Excessive Fuel Fill - In the event of overfilling of the fuel
tank, the fuel level vent valve will close at normal maximum
fuel level. Finally the roll over vent valve will close,
completely sealing the tank. Any excess pressure in the fuel
tank will ‘blow off’ via the Ov er-pressure vent valve (part of
the roll over vent valves) in the Fuel Level vent valve
assembly.
Safety Precautions
Operations on fuel system resu lt in fuel liquid and vapour
being present in the working environment. This presents a
very serious risk and the following precautions must be
strictly observed:
Specifications
Warning
Operations on refuelling and the fuel system must only
be performed by personnel who have completed training on fuel handling.
Warning
Smoking must not be allowed near the working area. “NO SMOKING” signs must be posted around the
working area.
Warning
Any operation which could involve sparks or naked lights (e.g. battery testing, welding, metal grinding,
etc.) must not be allowed near the working area.
Warning
A CO2 fire extinguisher must be available close at hand.

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Dry sand must be available close at hand to soak up any accidental fuel spillage.
Warning
If necessary, empty the fuel into an explosion proof container using suitable fireproof fuel handling
equipment.
Warning
The working area must be well ventilated.
Warning
Disconnect the battery before commencing work on the fuel system.
Warning
Depressurise the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel lines.
Pump Pressure
Nominal pump pressure 40 psi (2.7 bar) above inlet
manifold pressure.
Torque Figures
DescriptionNmlb. / ft.
Tank retaining plate bolts 20-25 15-18.5

Air Conditioning (A/C) System (12.03)
Climate Control (12.00)
12-3-12 Workshop Manual May 2007
Leaks
Faults associated with low refrigerant charge weight and low pressure may be caused by leakage. Leaks traced to
mechanical connections may be caused by torque relaxation or joint face contamination. Evidence of oil around such
areas is an indicator of leakage.
Leak Detection
Fluorescent Tracer Dye - A fluorescent tracer dye is incorporated into th e refrigeration system and can be checked for
non-apparent leaks by scanning with a high intensity ultraviolet lamp. The location of leaks can be pinpointed by the bright
yellow glow of the tracer dye.
Automatic Refrigerant Leak Detector - (various manufacturers) Hand-held, portable, battery operated leak detector.
Place in and around A/C system to detect refrigerant leaks.
System Pressure Fault Classification
This table should be used in conjunction with the graphical representations of 'High side' pressure / ambient temperature
and 'Low side' pressure / evaporator temperature. Caution
Observe ALL safety precautions associ ated with ultraviolet equipment.
If erratic or unusual gauge movements occur, check the equipment against known Recovery / Recycling / Recharging unit
gauges.
Low side
gauge readingHigh side
gauge reading
Fault
Cause
Normal Normal Discharge air initially c ool then warms up Moisture in system
Normal to low Normal As above As above
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool Refrigerant charge low
Low Low Discharge air warm Refrigerant charge very low
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool or frost build up at expansion valve Expansion valve stuck closed
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool, sweating or frost after point of restriction Restriction in High side of system
High Low Compressor noisy Defective compressor reed valve
High High Discharge air warm and high side pipes hot Refrigerant charge high or inefficient
condenser cooling due to air flow blockage or
engine cooling fans not working
High High Discharge air warm
Sweating or frost at evaporator Expansion valve stuck open

Instrument Cluster (13.01)
Information, Gauge and Warning (13.00)13-1-2 Workshop Manual May 2007
Information, Gauge and Warning (13.00)
Instrument Cluster (13.01)
Description
The Driver Information module contains the necessary electronic control units and memories to control, process and
present all necessary vehicle information to the driver.
1. Information on vehicle performance is presented in visible form using the instruments and gauges. These
devices present such information as Vehicle Speed,
Engine Speed, Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature.
2. Information on vehicle status is presented by an array of warning lights.
• Red - indicate immediate danger warnings
• Amber - indicate conditions which are serious but not immediately dangerous
• Green and Blue - indicate normal actuation of items such as turn signals or fog lamps
The message centres and the shift position Sensor
display are used to present information on the distance
recorders (trip meters), current gear mode and current
gear engaged.
3. The right message centre is used to display any warning/ information message text. These text messages may be
reinforced in some cases by illumination of the
appropriate warning lamps.
The following table defines all information and warning
lamps and their significance:

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Instrument Cluster (13.01)
Information, Gauge and Warning (13.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 13-1-3
Information and Warning Lamps
Name / FunctionDescriptionSymbolInput SignalPower
On Check
General Warning
– Amber/Red Controlled internally by the DIM. It is used in conjunction with
several text messages to indicate information to the driver. Internal
SRS (Airbag) Controlled externally by the SRS module and indicates a fault in the SRS module. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
High Engine
Coolant Temp. This tell tale is controlled internally by the DIM. Activated
when the engine coolant temperature signal from the CAN bus
reaches a pre defined value. (The
actual symbol is not lit, only
the red LED.) CAN
DSC Controlled externally by the ABS/DSC module. Indicates when the system is in operation or when it is turned off. The tell tale
is triggered by a CAN signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
ABS Controlled externally by th e ABS/DSC module. Indicates a
fault in the ABS system. The tell tale is triggered by a CAN
signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
Rear Fog Lights Controlled externally by the SRS module. Indicates that the
rear fog lights are turned on. The tell tale is triggered by a CAN
signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
Seat Belts Controlled externally by the CEM. Indicates that the seat belts are not fastened properly. The tell tale is triggered by a CAN
signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
Brake (General) Controlled externally by either the CEM or the ABS / DSC module. It indicates low brake fluid level, brake fault and park
brake. The tell tale is triggered by two low side inputs or a CAN
signal. Low side x 2
and
CAN Ye s ( 5 S e c o n d s )
Side Lights Controlled externally by th e CEM. Indicates that the side lights
are on. High side
Oil Pressure Controlled exte rnally by the PCM. Indicates low oil pressure.
The tell tale is triggered by a CAN signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
Battery Charge Controlled externally by th e CEM. Indicates that the alternator
is no longer charging the battery properly. The tell tale is
triggered by a CAN signal. CAN Yes (5 Seconds)
Fuel Level Low Controlled internally by the DIM. Activated when the fuel level drops below a pre defined value. The fuel information is
provided from the CAN bus. The symbol is not lit, only the
amber LED. CAN
Turn Left/Right Controlled externally by th e CEM. The tell tale is triggered by a
CAN signal. CAN
High Beam Controlled externally by the CEM. Indicates that the high beam is switched on. The tell tale is triggered by a CAN signal. CAN
Check Engine Controlled externally by the PCM. Indicates a fault in the engine management system. The te ll tale is not connected to
the microprocessor. Low side
Tyre Pressure Controlled by the DIM. In dicates a low or rapid change in the
tyre pressure or a tyre pressure monitoring system fault. Low side Yes (5 Seconds)
Not Used
PATS Controlled externally by the PCM. Indicates key acceptance status. Low side

Instrument Cluster (13.01)
Information, Gauge and Warning (13.00)13-1-4 Workshop Manual May 2007
DIM Display layout
The DIM contains two message centres, which are used to
inform the driver about the vehicles status.

Message Centres
The left Message Centre is used to display the odometer (C),
the Cruise control status (C) and the T1 or T2 trip distance
(A).
Shift Position Sensor
The Shift Position Sensor display indicates when the shift
lights are activated. The display is duel colour.
Green - normal operation
Red - defined situations.
Message Centre Right
The Message Centre Right is used to display the trip function
information and warning/information messages.

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Battery System (14.01)
Power Supply (14.00)14-1-2 Workshop Manual May 2007
Power Supply (14.00)
Battery System (14.01)
Description
The 12 volt negative earth (‘-’ ve) battery is located under the RH side rear seat and is grounded to the vehicle body.
The battery positive (‘+’ ve) terminal is connected to a battery connect switch. The connect switch may be accessed by
raising the rear seat cushion.
Battery Connect Switch
When the battery connect switch is in an ‘open’ state it
isolates electrical power from all systems except the ‘keep
alive memory’ functions in the PCMs, TCU, radio,
navigation system and door modules.
This function isolates electri cal power from vehicle circuits
under all normal service conditions with the following
exceptions:
• Before any welding or other work which may induce high voltages into the electronic control modules
• Before disconnecting any of the control modules with ‘keep alive memory ’
• Before any major service task (e.g . engine removal)
• Before installing any accessory which involves modification of vehicle wiring
In the above four exceptions the battery earth (‘-’ ve) lead
should be disconnected.
When the battery earth (‘-’ ve) terminal is disconnected,
data held in keep alive memories will be lost. After connecting the battery, the radio preset stations and the
door window controllers will require to be reset (adaptive
learning data in the PCM module will require to be re-
learned by driving the vehicle for some miles in a range of
driving conditions),
driveability may be slightly
compromised until the vehicle systems have completed
their adaptive learning routines again.
Battery Disconnection and Alarm
Activation
The vehicle is installed with an alarm which will be activated
if the battery is disconnected. This alarm is driven by a back
up battery within the alarm sounder unit.
To prevent the alarm from so unding when the battery is
disconnected (for workshop procedures), disconnect the
battery within 10 seconds of switching off the ignition.
Always carry out the following procedures upon connection
of the battery.
• Reset the clock
• Reset the radio preset programmes.
• Reset the window maximum up and maximum down settings.
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May 2007 Workshop Manual 17-1-1
Lighting (17.00)
Contents
Front Lights (17.01) ............................................. 17-1-2Specifications.......................................................... 1-2
Maintenance ........................................................... 1-2RH/LH Headlamp Assembly-Renew ....................... 1-2
Headlamp Alignment-Adjust .................................. 1-3
Interior Lighting (17.02) ...................................... 17-2-1 Specifications.......................................................... 2-1
Rear Lights (17.03)............................................... 17-3-1 Specifications.......................................................... 3-1
Lighting Mechanisms (17.04) . ............................. 17-4-1
Headlamp Levelling (HID Only) ............................. 4-1

Front Lights (17.01)
Lighting (17.00)17-1-2 Workshop Manual May 2007
Lighting (17.00)
Front Lights (17.01)
Specifications
Maintenance
RH/LH Headlamp Assembly-Renew
Removal
1. Disconnect vehicle battery.
2. Raise vehicle on ramp.
3. Remove LH/RH road wheel.
4. Remove intake air filter box (see Workshop Manual procedure 03.12.AB/03.12.BB Air Filter Box LH/RH
Renew).
5. Disconnect headlamp mu ltiplug (see Fig. 1). 6. Remove bolts (x3) from headlamp to bracket.
7. Disconnect headlamp washer supply hose (see Fig. 2).
8. Remove headlamp unit (see Fig. 4).
Installation
1. Connect multiplug and washer hose.
Bulbs

Rating
Type

(European) Type
(Federal)
Headlight dipped
beam-HID 35W D1S D1S
Headlight dipped
beam-Halogen 55W H11LL H11LL
Headlight main beam 65W H9 H9
Side Repeater 5W WY5W WY5W
Side marker (front and
rear) 3W N/A W3W
Headlamp AlignmentEuropeanFederal
Main Beam Alignment 1% Down 0.7% Down Vol.
Dipped Beam Alignment 1% Down 0.7% Down Vol.
Main beam is fixed to the Dipped beam.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
Fig. 4

Front Lights (17.01)
Lighting (17.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 17-1-3
2. Position headlamp unit.
3. Install 3 Bolts from headlamp to bracket.
4. Install intake air filter box (see Workshop Manual procedure 03.12.AB/03.12.BB Air Filter Box LH/RH
Renew).
5. Install road wheel.
6. Lower vehicle on ramp.
7. Connect vehicle battery
8. Check headlamp alignment (see Workshop Manual procedure 17.01.BC Headlamp Alignment - Adjust).
Headlamp Alignment-Adjust
1. Top up all fluids to correct level.
2. Ensure fuel tank is ‘FULL’.
3. Position 37.5 kg in each seat.
4. Remove the access panel from wheel arch liner.
5. Position beam setting equipment to vehicle.
6. Switch ignition to position 2 and back to 0 (to set headlights).
7. Check headlamp alignment.
8. Switch ignition to position 2 and back to 0 (to set headlights).
9. Check headlamp alignment.
10. Adjust headlights
11. Check headlamp alignment.
12. Remove beam setting equipment from vehicle.
13. Install the access panel to wheel arch liner.
14. Remove the 37.5 kg weights.
Front Side Repeater Lamp Assembly -
Remove and Install
Remove
1. Raise the vehicle and make it safe.
2. Remove the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the wheelarch liner at the middle of the wheelarch.
3. Move the wheelarch liner to get access to the repeater lamp assembly.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector for the side repeater lamp.
5. Turn the side repeater lamp assembly clockwise (When
you look from outside the wing) and pull the assembly
out of the wing.
Install
1. Install the side repeater lamp assembly into the wing . Turn the assembly counterclockwise to attach it. 2. Install the electrical connector to the side repeater lamp.
3. Put the wheelarch liner back into position.
4. Install the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the
wheelarch liner.
5. Lower the vehicle.
Front Side Repeater Bulb - Remove and
Install
Remove
1. Raise the vehicle and make it safe.
2. Remove the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the
wheelarch liner at the middle of the wheelarch.
3. Move the wheelarch liner to get access to the repeater lamp assembly.
4. Hold the side repeater body and turn the bulb holder assembly counterclockwise an d pull it out of the body.
5. Pull the bulb to release it from the bulb holder.
Install
1. Push the bulb into the bulb holder.
2. Align the bulb holder assembly with the side repeater body.
3. Push the bulb holder assemby into the side repeater body and turn it clockwise to lock it.
4. Put the wheelarch liner back into position.
5. Install the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the wheelarch liner.
6. Lower the vehicle.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
WARNING
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU IN STALL AND REMOVE THE
BULB. THE GLASS OF THE BULB CAN BREAK AND CAUSE INJURY.
WARNING
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU IN STALL AND REMOVE THE
BULB. THE GLASS OF THE BULB CAN BREAK AND
CAUSE INJURY.

Front Lights (17.01)
Lighting (17.00)17-1-4 Workshop Manual May 2007