light ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q 2003 Owners Guide

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Dangerous Substances
WARNING: Many liquids and other substances used in motor vehicles are
poisonous and should under no circumstances be consumed and should, so far
as possible, be kept from contact with the skin. These substances include battery
electrolyte, antifreeze, oil, brake and clutch fluid, petrol, windscreen washer
additives, lubricants, refrigerant and various adhesives. Particular care should
be taken to avoid unnecessary contact with used engine oil. Always read carefully
the instructions printed on labels or stamped on components and follow them
carefully. Such instructions are included for reasons of your health and personal
safety. Never disregard them. Dangerous substances should be kept out of reach
of children.
Engine Oils
WARNING: Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oils can cause
serious skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer. Avoid excessive contact,
wash thoroughly after contact. Keep out of reach of children. When your oil is
changed, be sure that it is done by an experienced person. In addition, observe
all laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and toxic fluids.
Protect The Environment
WARNING: It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses, or soil. Use authorised
waste disposal facilities, including civic amenity sites and garages providing
facilities for receipt of used oil. If in doubt, contact your local authority for advice.
Fuel Tank Filling
WARNING: Petrol is highly flammable and, in confined spaces, is also explosive
and toxic. In the event of spillage, switch off the engine, use no naked flame or
light. Do not smoke. Do not inhale fumes.

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Windscreen Wash Fluid Level Check
The washer fluid filler cap (6) is situated in the right rear corner of the engine
bay and should be topped up as required with an appropriate concentration
of screen wash solution. When the level of screen wash fluid is low the
instrument panel warning light will illuminate.
Caution: State or local regulations may restrict the use of volatile organic
compounds (VOCs), which are commonly used as anti-freeze agents in washer
fluid. A washer fluid with limited VOC content should be used only if it provides
adequate freeze resistance for all regions and climates in which the vehicle will
be operated.
Warning: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F, use washer
fluid with anti-freeze protection. In cold weather, failure to use washer fluid with
anti-freeze protection could result in impaired windscreen vision and increase
the risk of a vehicle crash.

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Tyre Pressures
In the interest of safety and tyre life it is important that correct tyre pressures
are carefully maintained (See 'Specifications').
Road holding, steering and braking are especially vulnerable to incorrect
tyre pressures.
Pressures increase slightly when tyres are hot and, for an accurate reading,
pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold.
After checking the pressures ensure that the valve caps are securely replaced
to provide an additional air seal and to prevent the ingress of dirt.
Running-In New Tyres
When new tyres have been fitted, speed should be limited, particularly
during the first 80 km (50 miles) or so of driving. Fast cornering, hard braking,
and harsh acceleration should also be avoided during this period.
Tyre Service
Tyres should be examined at regular intervals for wear and damage. Stones
or other objects which have become lodged in the tyre treads should be
carefully removed.
When new tyres are required, it is advisable to consult an Aston Martin
dealer who will be able to supply tyres to the correct specification.

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Jacking and Wheel Changing
1. Place the vehicle on firm and level ground and secure the handbrake.
Place the chock from the toolkit under the wheel diagonally opposite to
the one to be removed. If parked on an incline, chock the 'downhill' side
of the wheel.
2. Remove the locking wheel nut
cap from the special nut using the
extractor tube from the toolkit.
Assemble the wheel nut wrench.
3. Using the wheel nut wrench from the tool kit, slightly loosen the four
normal wheel nuts in turn so that the nuts may be removed easily when
the wheel is raised from the ground.
4. Using the special socket from the toolkit, slightly loosen the fifth special
wheelnut.

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positioned under each front wheel as shown below.
Rear Suspended Tow
Caution: To prevent body damage ensure an adequate clearance is
maintained between the car body and (1) the ground and (2) the 'spectacle
frame' of the towing vehicle while your car is being towed.
1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition/steering lock.
2. Raise the vehicle using a 'spectacle frame' style lifting device where a
cradle is positioned under each rear wheel as indicated below.
Towing by Another Vehicle
WARNING: When the engine is stationary, there will be no power assistance to
the steering or brakes. Therefore be prepared for relatively heavy steering and
the need for greatly increased brake pedal pressure.
The vehicle may be towed short distances by another provided that a speed
of 48 km/h (30 mph) is not exceeded. Do not tow for more than 24km (15
miles). When being towed, the vehicles gear lever, or gear selector lever
(automatic transmission), must be in Neutral or position N with the ignition
key turned to position II to release the steering lock and to render the horn,
indicators and brake lights operational.

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Electrical Start from Another Vehicle
If your DB AR1 will not start due to a discharged battery, it may be started
by connecting the battery from another vehicle to the discharged battery.
Before the vehicle is started in this way, ensure that the donor vehicle has
a 12 volt battery and negative (-), black earth terminal to ensure that the
correct battery polarity is maintained.
WARNING: If the voltage or earth of the donor vehicle is different or not known,
do not attempt starting in the way described.
1. Position the vehicles so that the connecting cable will reach between
the batteries. Ensure that the vehicles do not touch each other.
2. To lessen the risk of an electrical short circuit, remove rings, metal
watch bands and any other jewellery. Wear eye protection when
working near the battery. Turn off all electrical motors and ancillaries
in both vehicles. Switch off all lights except those needed to protect the
vehicles or illuminate the work area. Switch off the ignition and apply
the handbrake.
3. Lift out the boot floor panels to gain access to the battery.
4. Connect the red (+) cable between the red (+) positive terminal of the
two batteries.
5. Connect the black (-) cable between the black (-) negative terminals of
the two batteries.
6. Start the donor vehicle engine and run at about 1500 - 2000 rpm.
7. Start the engine. Allow the engine to run for some minutes until the flat
battery is partially charged. Switch off both vehicles.

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Fuse Lists
Passenger Footwell Fusebox - Right Hand
F1 5A Passive Anti-Theft Module
F2 20A Cigar Lighter
F3 10A Diagnostic Sockets, Radio, Air Conditioning, Driver's
Door Mirror and Window
F4 5A Seat Switches and Heaters
F5 10A Indicator Flasher
F6 10A Ignition Coils 1-6
F7 10A Interior Lamp Cluster
F8 10A Ignition Coils 7-12
F9 20A RHS Seat Heater Relay, RHS Seat Module
F10 10A Dimmer, Passive Anti-Theft Module, Radio
F11 10A Door Mirrors
F12 5A Diagnostic Sockets
F13 25A Not used
F14 10A Hazard Flasher Unit
F15 20A Wiper Logic Module and Wiper Stalk
F16 30A ABS Control Unit
F17 20A Wiper Motor, Logic Module and Wiper Stalk
F18 30A ABS Control Unit
F19 10A Air Conditioning LH Blower Motor
F20 5A Gearshift Interlock Module, Traction Control Switch,
Interior, Map & Courtesy Lamps
F21 10A Air Conditioning RH Blower Motor
F22 10A Powertrain and Transmission control Modules - Keep
Alive Memory

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Passenger Footwell Fusebox - Left Hand
F1 15A Accessory Terminal
F2 10A Transmission Control Module, Gearshift Interlock
Module, PRND Switch
F3 5A Headlamp Relay, Instrument Pack, Dimmer Unit
F4 10A Multi Function Unit, Air-Conditioning In-Car Sensor,
Anti-Lock Brakes Control Unit
F5 5A Traction Control Switch, Alternator Regulator, Heated
Front Screen Control
F6 10A Rear Fog Switch, RH Dip Beam
F7 30A Starter Relay
F8 10A LH Dip Beam
F9 20A LHS Seat Heater Relay, LHS Seat Module
F10 40A Heated Front Screen Controller
F11 10A RH Horn
F12 30A LH Rad Cooling Fan
F13 10A LH Horn
F14 30A RH Rad Cooling Fan
F15 30A Primary Powertrain Control Module RHS
F16 10A Multi-Function Unit, Central Locking Module, Air
Conditioning Control Panel, Alarm Sounder
F17 30A Secondary Powertrain Control Module LHS
F18 5A Interior Map Lights, Instrument Pack,
RH Rad Module
F19 10A RH Main Beam
F20 20A Window Lift Cut Out, Accessory Terminal,
Air Conditioning Clutch Relay
F21 10A Instrument Pack, LH Main Beam
F22 25A Front Fog Relay

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1-F-41 Boot Fusebox
F1 10A Reverse Light Relay
F2 20A Security System & Tilt Sensors
F3 5A +12V Ignition
F4 5A Boot Switch Logic Relay, Security System Control Unit
F5 30A Accessory Terminal
F6 5A RH Fog Lamp, Powertrain Control Modules
F7 20A Fuel Pump 2, Secondary Powertrain Control Module
F8 10A HM Stop Light, LH Stop Light
F9 10A Boot Lamps, Radio Aerial Motor
F10 10A Accessory Socket
F11 20A Not Used
F12 20A Not Used
F13 10A Airbag Control Unit
F14 30A Not Used
F15 20A Fuel Pump 1, Primary Powertrain Control Module
F16 10A Rear Fog Light Relay
F17 10A Manual Gearbox Cooling Pump
F18 10A Accessory Terminal
F19 10A RH Tail, Side, Side Marker and
Number Plate Lamps
F20 20A Premium ICE Amplifier
F21 10A LH Tail, Side, Side Marker and
Number Plate Lamps
F22 20A Manual - Exhaust By-pass System
Automatic - Not Used

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Bulb and Fuse Replacement
A kit of replacement bulbs, fuses etc. is supplied. Any item used from the kit
should be replaced at the earliest opportunity so that the full kit is always
available.
On vehicles fitted with the space-saver spare wheel the kit is stored in the
wheel insert.
On vehicles without the spare wheel the kit is stored in the insert under the
boot floor covering. The kit contents are market dependant and typically
include:
12V, 5W (Festoon) C5W Number Plate Light
12V, 5W (capless) W5W Side Lights/Side Repeater Lights
12V, 55W H1 Headlight Main and Dip Beam
Note: From August 2002 dip beam bulbs 12V, 55W H1 Philips Blue Vision for all
countries except North America.
12V, 55W H3 Headlight/Fog light (not USA)
12V, 3W W3W Side Markers LH/RH, Front
and Rear
Fuse Extractor Key
Note: Spare bayonet fuses are located in the toolkit