maintenance ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q 2003 Owners Guide

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Upholstery, Carpets and Seats
The seats and soft trimmed components of DB AR1 are covered in Natural
Leather Hide and Alcantara. The Natural Leather Hide is supplied by Bridge
of Weir, Scotland.
In general, this natural leather upholstery requires little attention. The seats
should be brushed with a soft brush from time to time and may be cleaned
occasionally with a cloth damped in soap and water. DO NOT use
detergents, quick cleansers or furniture polishes.
Several times a year, a leather conditioner or preservative should be used.
Appropriate care materials are contained in the 'Bridge of Weir Leather Care
Kit', obtainable from your Aston Martin Dealer.
Alcantara trim and seat panels may be brushed with a soft brush. Stains from
water based substances such as coffee, tea or soft drinks should be cleaned
as soon as possible with mild soap and water. Please consult your dealer for
instructions on the removal of more difficult stains such as oil, grease or
ballpoint Ink.
Carpets should be cleaned regularly with a vacuum cleaner. Any stains or
grease marks should be removed with a good quality solvent suitable for use
on carpets.
WARNING: Fumes from cleaning solvents may be dangerous in confined spaces.
Make sure that the car is well ventilated and follow the manufacturer's printed
instructions when using these products.

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Care and Maintenance of Seat Belts
To ensure that they are in proper working order, regularly check the seat
belts. Look for fraying, cuts, burns and similar problems. Ensure that the
latches and buckles function correctly. If a belt is not in good condition or
is not working properly, consult your Aston Martin Dealer.
Any belt that has been worn during a serious collision should be replaced
by an Aston Martin dealer.
To clean the belts, use mild soap and water; do not use bleach, solvents or
dyes as they can weaken the material. Allow the belts to dry before use.
WARNING: In the interest of safety, do not allow seat belts to be retracted until
completely dry.
Underbonnet Cleaning
Underbonnet cleaning using high pressure hoses or steam cleaners should
not be done. The electronic control modules and fuse boxes will be
damaged by indiscriminate use of high pressure cleaning equipment.
Aerial Care
Regular cleaning with a special aerial cleaner will ensure smooth and reliable
operation of the aerial.
Always wipe the aerial in an upwards direction
Lubricate using an aerial maintenance wipe cloth.
In freezing conditions, check that no ice has formed over the top of the
aerial, which could prevent it being raised and cause damage to the motor.

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Storing the Car - Recommendations
Note: These recommendations apply to new and pre-owned cars either in
Dealer or customer ownership.
When ever the car is not in use always cover the car with it's fabric cover.
If the vehicle is not to be used for periods up to six months it should be stored
in a dry, well ventilated building.
Drive the car for a sufficient distance to warm the oil in the engine, torque
convertor, transmission and final drive unit; this ensures complete lubrication
of the internal components.
Check the engine coolant level. Top up if necessary with the correct
antifreeze/water solution.
In order to take the weight off the tyres, raise the car with a jack and place
supports under the front and rear suspension.
If the vehicle is not raised from the ground, increase the tyre pressures to 3.4
bar 340 kpa 50 psi. Cover the tyres to exclude any light. Rotate the wheels
1/4 turn every month to avoid tyre flat spots.
The battery should be removed and cleaned. Fully charge the battery on a
trickle charger and recharge once a month.
Once a month
Reconnect the battery and ventilate the storage area. Start and run the
engine until fully warmed up. Check that there are no fluid leaks. Check
and correct the tyre pressures if necessary.
Run the Air Conditioning system to keep the internal parts of the Air
Conditioning system lubricated.

F - Owner Maintenance
1-F-59 When returning the car to normal service, set the tyre pressures to normal
specification before driving on the road.
Extended Storage
For storage periods exceeding six months the following additional measures
are recommended;
Run the car until there is as small a quantity of fuel in the tank as is practical
for storage purposes.
Caution: Do Not Drain The Fuel System
Add Engine Oil to the remaining fuel in the tank to ensure a concentration
of 2% (i.e. 20ml per 1 litre of fuel) and then run the engine for not less than
ten minutes to circulate the mixture thoroughly through the entire fuel
system.
Inspect the rubber connections of the cooling system and have them
renewed if necessary.
Wash the bodywork of the car thoroughly and repair any paint
blisters or patches of rust in order to prevent any further deterioration.
Apply a suitable polish.
Clean the carpets and upholstery thoroughly. Dust them with an
anti-moth powder and store in a dry place. Treat all leather upholstery
with an appropriate leather conditioner.
If the storage building is dry leave the car windows slightly open. If
there is any tendency towards dampness close the car doors and
windows and place an anti-moisture compound such as Silica desiccant
bags in an open metal container inside the car.
Cover the car with it's fabric cover.

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Recommissioning After Storage
Provided that the car has been stored in accordance with the recommended
procedure, the following points only should require attention before using
the car on the road.
Check the tyre pressures, inflate if necessary and lower the car to the ground.
Fully charge and refit the battery. Reset the clock and electric windows.
Drain the engine sump and final drive unit, fit a new engine oil filter element,
then refill with the approved oils. Check the coolant level and if necessary
top up with the correct antifreeze/water solution.
Check all fluid levels and top-up as necessary. Fill the fuel tank
Caution: Starting the engine without sufficient lubrication can cause serious engine
damage. Take care to establish engine oil pressure as directed in the following steps
before allowing the engine to start.
Press and hold the accelerator hard to the floor (kickdown switch actuated).
This will temporarily inhibit the fuel injectors during cranking. Turn on the
ignition. Press and hold the starter button to crank the engine until normal
oil pressure is indicated on the oil pressure gauge. Release the starter button
and the accelerator pedal.
Start the engine normally and check that the oil pressure and ignition
warning lights go out as the engine starts indicating correct oil pressure and
battery charging. Raise the bonnet and check for leaks of fuel, oil and
coolant.
Finally, check the operation of all instruments, lights and accessories.

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1-F-61 Carefully test drive the vehicle and check the operation of all functions.
WARNING: Braking performance can be impaired initially due to a fine film of
corrosion on the brake discs. Drive conservatively and, when safe to do so,
frequently apply the brakes until the discs have been deglazed. Full braking
performance should then be restored.

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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

A - Warranty
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Warranty Limitations
The benefit of the Warranty is subject to the following terms and condi-
tions:
1. No part shall be fitted other than the Company ’s approved parts.
2. Repairs or replacements due to fair wear and tear, misuse or negli-
gence are not covered by this Warranty.
3. The Aston Martin car shall not have been used, maintained, altered,
repaired or adjusted otherwise than in accordance with the instruc-
tions given in the proper technical publications, subject to accident
damage nor in a manner in which, in the opinion of the Company,
would prejudice the reliability of the Aston Martin motor car.
4. The Company ’s written maintenance schedule should have been car-
ried out at the intervals prescribed therein.
5. The Aston Martin motor car shall not have taken part in any road or
track racing events, reliability trials, hill-climbing or speed tests or
other competitions of a similar nature, and shall not have been used
for commercial service or hire except with the written consent of the
Company.
6. The Aston Martin motor car or parts shall not have been altered or
modified or the manufacturer’s identification number or mark been
changed or removed.
7. The Aston Martin motor car shall not at any time have been used for
the purpose of towing caravans, boats or trailers.
8. The part or assembly shall not have been fitted other than by the
Company or its Franchise Holders or Approved Repairers.

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A Before Driving
The owner is responsible for the costs of maintenance service, seasonal
schedules and routine adjustments and all replacement parts and other
materials used in these schedules and adjustments.
The Warranty is issued to the first owner of the motor car and may be
transferred to subsequent owners by application to the Company’s War-
ranty Department, but the terms of Warranty in no way affects the rights
derived by the owner from his contract with the person selling the Com-
pany’s products.
The construction and legal effect of the Warranty shall be determined in
accordance with the Laws of England. All disputes arising out of the War-
ranty shall be referred to arbitration in London, England under the provi-
sions of Arbitration Act, 1950, or any statutory modification or re-
enactment thereof.
In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the terms and con-
ditions of the Warranty document and the terms and conditions described
in this Owner’s Guide, the terms and conditions of the Warranty docu-
ment shall prevail.