tyre pressure ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q 2003 Owners Guide

G - Specifications
1-G-6
Wheels and Tyres
Normal Use
Unique Aston Martin 5 spoke aluminium alloy wheels, 8Jx18 front and
9Jx18 rear.
Front - Pirelli P Zero Rosso 225/40/18
Rear - Pirelli P Zero Rosso 275/35/18
Tyre Grade Spec. USA - Treadwear 140, Traction A, Temperature A.
Tyre Pressure:
Front and Rear: 2.7 bar 270 kPa 39 psi
Spare Wheel (if fitted)
115/85 R18
Tyre Pressure: 4.1 bar 414 kPa 60psi
Winter Wheels and Tyres
WARNING: Maximum speed with winter tyres is 210 kph (130 mph)
Four standard DB AR1 front wheels (8J x 18). Fitted with Pirelli 235/40
Winter 210 tyres.
This wheel tyre combination should be fitted to both axles and may be fitted
with DB AR1 snow chains.
Winter Tyre Pressures: 2.5 bar 250kPa 37psi

2-A-5
A - Service Schedules
Pre-delivery Inspection (PDI)
Before you receive your DB AR1, it will undergo a comprehensive pre-
delivery inspection at the Dealer's premises to ensure that it meets Aston
Martin's quality standards. The following checks will be made:
Levels and Leaks
Engine oil
Power steering oil
Brake Fluid
Clutch fluid (manual only)
Engine coolant level
Engine coolant specific gravity
Windscreen washer fluid
Fuel system
Gearbox oil/Auto transmission fluid
Rear axle oil - Differential
Battery
Mechanical Functions
Auto transmission
Selection and P & N functions
Manual gear selection
Clutch operation (manual only)
Throttle pedal operation
Parking brake operation
Steering column adjustment and lock
operation
Seat adjuster rails
Bonnet (Hood) release and catch
Door operation and locks
Storage compartments
Rear view mirror
Wheels and Tyres
Road wheel nuts
Tyre pressures
Front wheel tracking
Electrical Checks
Battery condition
Heated windscreen
Windscreen washers
Windscreen wipers
Air-conditioning controls
Gauges and warning lights
Radio/Cassette/CD player
Navigation (where fitted)
All speakers
Electric aerial
Inertia switch
Window mechanisms
Side and headlights (main and dip)
Front fog lights
Rear fog lights (where fitted)
Hazard warning lights
Instrument illumination and dimmer
Air conditioning panel illumination
Auto Trans. PRNDL illumination
Horns
Interior/map lights
Cigar lighter
Seat adjustment - all functions
Door mirror adjustments
Reset clock (if necessary)
Door / boot courtesy lights
Central locking system
Filler flap lock operation
Seat belt operation
Seat belt warning system
Security system / Remote control
Clutch pedal start inhibit
Interrogate DTC codes (not N.
America)
Record battery open-circuit voltage

2-A-9
A - Service Schedules
x - x Check and if necessary adjust headlight
alignment
x x x Check operation of all lights
x x x Check operation of ABS warning lamp
x x x Check operation of all warning indicators
x x x Check audible warnings including
security system
x x x Check operation of the horns
x x x Check operation of the windscreen wipers
x x x Check operation of the windscreen washers
x x x Clean the radio aerial mast
x x x Check exterior rear view mirrors for security and
function
x x x Interrogate DTC P codes (not N. America)
x x x Check man. transmission cooling pump (PDU)
Wheels and Tyres Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
x x x Check for correct tyre size, type and rotation
x x x Check and report tyre tread depth
x x x Check tyres for uneven / excessive
wear or damage
x x x Check / adjust the tyre pressures(including spare)
to comfort or high speed pressures as required
x x x Check torque of road wheel nuts
x x x Check road wheel rims for inner
and outer damage
Final Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
- x x Degrease windscreen
x x x Carry out road test
x x x Check ABS and Traction Control operation
x x x Check operation of all seat belts and buckles
x x x Check that fuel filler bowl rain drain is clear

Index
5-A-5
Seat Belt Fastening 1-A-14
Seat Belt Pretensioner 1-A-15
Securing a Child Seat (ALR System) 1-A-15
Special Warnings - Child Safety Restraints 1-A-19
Warnings 1-A-16
Seat Controls 1-A-12
Seat Heater 1-B-19
Security System
Arming the Alarm 1-E-4
Disarming the Alarm 1-E-4
Full Alarm Activation 1-E-5
Operation 1-E-3
Panic Alarm 1-E-5
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATs) 1-E-7
System Protection 1-E-4
Unlocking the Car 1-E-4
Security Systems 1-E-2
Servicing Precautions 1-F-2
Dangerous Substances 1-F-5
Engine Oils 1-F-5
Fuel Tank Filling 1-F-5
Protecting The Environment 1-F-5
Side and Headlight Switching 1-B-13
Side Repeaters 1-F-48
Specifications
Body 1-G-2
Brakes 1-G-5
Dimensions and Weights 1-G-9
Engine 1-G-2
Engine Oil 1-G-12
Final Drive 1-G-4
Interior Features 1-G-7
Lights 1-G-8
Performance 1-G-2
Recommended Fluids 1-G-12
Steering 1-G-4
Suspension 1-G-5
Transmission - Automatic 1-G-4
Transmission - Manual 1-G-4
Wheels and Tyres 1-G-6
Winter Tyre Pressure 1-G-6
Speedometer 1-B-11
Steering Column Controls 1-B-14
Steering Wheel 1-A-10
Rake 1-A-10

Index
5-A-7
W
Warning Light Indications 1-C-6
Warnings, Cautions and Notes Forward-vi
Wheels and Tyres
Running-In New Tyres 1-F-14
Tread Wear Indicators 1-F-15
Tyre Pressures 1-F-14
Tyre Service 1-F-14
Winter Tyres 1-F-16
Windows
Window Switches 1-B-21
Windscreen Washer 1-B-15
Windscreen Washer Bottle 1-F-12
Windscreen Wiper Control 1-B-14
Windscreen Wiper Delay 1-B-14