check engine ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q 2003 Owners Guide
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A - Service Schedules
2-A-6
Road Test
Engine
Clutch (manual only)
Manual transmission
Auto transmission
Rear axle differential
Steering
Brakes
Wheel balance
Dampers
Noise vibration or harshness
Air conditioning performance
Instruments operation
Seat belt and buckle operation
Steering wheel alignment
Traction control
Final Checks
Drive belt tensions
Fuel / brake pipe security
Fuel / fluid leaks
Cooling systems hose security
Exhaust catalyst security
Hand-over Preparation
Assemble / Check function of all keys
and key fobs
Clean bodywork
Clean off all transit labels
Valet Vehicle
Degrease windscreen
Fit carpets
Remove interior protection
Check Owner's Guide/Quick Guide
Check tools
Install license plates
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2-A-7
A - Service Schedules
Service Schedules
The following service schedules are recommended for DB AR1. The schedules may
be modified if necessary. Please consult your Aston Martin Dealer for details of any
service schedule updates.
Road Test Evaluation
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
x x x Pre-Maintenance Road Test Evaluation
Fluids Filters and Leaks Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
x x x Renew the engine oil
x x x Renew the engine oil filter
x x x Check for engine oil leaks
- - x Renew the air cleaner elements
x x x Check auto transmission for leaks
x x x Check man. gearbox for leaks.
Top-up if necessary
- - x Renew rear axle oil
x - - Check / top-up rear axle oil
- x - Check rear axle for leaks, top up if necessary
- - 30000 Renew engine coolant - check S.Gravity
x x x Check/top-up engine coolant
x x x Check cooling and heating systems for leaks
- - 60000 Renew fuel filters
x x x Check for fuel leaks
Every 2 years 30,000 miles Renew brake fluid
x x x Check / top-up brake fluid reservoir
x x x Check / top-up clutch fluid reservoir
x x x Check / top-up power steering reservoir
x x x Check power steering system for leaks
x x x Check brake hoses, pipes and unions for leaks
x x x Check suspension dampers for leaks
x x x Top-up windscreen washer reservoir
x x x Check exhaust system for leaks
x x x Check air conditioning system for leaks
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A - Service Schedules
2-A-8
Mechanical Function Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
- x x Lubricate all door locks and hinges
- x x Grease all points excluding hubs
x x x Check / adjust all drive belt tensions,
renew if necessary
x x x Lubricate handbrake links and cables
x x x Check handbrake security
- - 30,000 Check condition of handbrake shoes
- x x Inspect brake pad wear and condition of discs
- x x Check and renew wiper blade inserts
if necessary
- - 30000 Renew wiper blades
- - 30000 Clean out engine and A/C radiators
x x x Check condition and operation of all seat belts
x x x Check security of exhaust system mountings
x x x Check brake hoses, pipes and unions
x x x Check power steering pipes and unions for
corrosion and mechanical defects
- - x Check security and condition of fuel hoses
x x x Check cooling system hoses security
and condition
x - - Check air conditioning hoses security
and condition
x x x Check condition and security of steering unit
joints and gaiters
x x x Check security and condition of
suspension fixings
- - x Check tightness of propshaft and driveshaft bolts
x x x Check interior rear view mirror for security and
function
- - x Check the condition of underbody protection
Electrical Function Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
- - 45,000 ml Renew spark plugs
- - x Check / top-up battery electrolyte
x x x Clean and grease the battery connections
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Index
5-A-2
C
Care and Maintenance of Seat Belts 1-F-57
Catalytic Converters 1-C-4
Child Safety Seats
Child Seats and Passenger Airbags 1-A-20, 1-A-21
Warnings 1-A-19
Clock 1-B-17
Column Switchgear
Left Hand Stalk 1-B-12
Right Hand Stalk 1-B-14
Console Mounted Controls 1-B-16
D
Door Edge Lights 1-F-52
Door Locks 1-A-5
Door Sealing 1-A-5
Driving in Wet Conditions 1-C-9
E
Electric Window Reset Procedure 1-F-52
Electrics
Battery 1-F-30
Engine Bay 1-F-6
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 1-B-11
Engine Immobiliser 1-A-4
F
Fluid Level Checks 1-F-4
Brake Fluid Reservoir 1-F-11
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir 1-F-9
Engine Oil Level 1-F-7
Power Steering Reservoir 1-F-10
Footbrake 1-C-19
Front Indicator Lights / Front Parking Lights 1-F-47
Front Interior Lights 1-F-51
Fuel 1-C-2
Fuel Cut-Off Switch 1-C-8
Fuel Filler Cap 1-C-3
Fuel Filling 1-C-3
Fuel Gauge 1-B-10
Fuse Boxes 1-F-38
Fuse Lists - Right Hand Drive 1-F-39
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Index
5-A-4
M
Main and Dipped Beam Switching 1-B-13
Maximum Engine Speed 1-C-9
Mirrors
Interior Mirror 1-A-13
N
Number Plate Lights 1-F-50
O
On Board Headlight Aiming 1-F-45
Owner Maintenance 1-F-2
Electronic Fuel Injection 1-F-2
Emission Warranty 1-F-3
Engine Compartment Covers 1-F-3
Parts and Lubricants 1-F-3
P
Passive Anti-Theft System 1-E-7
PATs Status 1-E-8
Starting the Engine 1-E-7
PATs Status 1-E-8
R
Rain Cover 1-A-7
Rear Interior Quarter Lights 1-F-51
Rear Lights 1-F-48, 1-F-49
Recommissioning After Storage 1-F-60
Regular Checks Forward-xi
Each Day Forward-xi
Monthly Forward-xii
Weekly Forward-xi
Reporting Safety Defects - ROW Forward-x
Running-In 1-C-9
S
Seat Belt Fastening 1-A-14
Seat Belt Pretensioner 1-A-14
Seat Belt Warnings 1-A-16
Seat Belts
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) 1-A-15
Care and Maintenance 1-F-57
Child Seat Removal (ALR System) 1-A-16