wiper blades ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q 2003 Owners Guide

F - Owner Maintenance
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Windscreen Washer Jets
A washer jet housing is located on each of the
two windscreen wiper arms. Each housing
contains six washer jets.
Adjust the angle of the jets if necessary using
a fine needle so that fluid covers the full length
of both sides of the wiper blades and all spray
stays on the windscreen.
Wheels and Tyres
The tyres detailed in the specification section of this Owner's Guide are the
only tyres approved for use on this vehicle.
To maintain the high performance capability of the car, specified tyres
should be fitted when replacement becomes necessary. The recommended
tyres for DB AR1 are not unidirectional. Tyre sizes are different on the front
and rear axles. Therefore, complete wheels cannot be swapped between
axles, but may be swapped from one side of the vehicle to the other.
It is a characteristic of high performance tyres that temporary 'flat spots' may
develop if the vehicle is left standing in high or low ambient temperatures
for any length of time. These 'flat spots will manifest themselves as minor
vibrations when the car is first driven from cold. As the tyres warm up to
operating temperature, the normal tyre shape should be restored and the
vibrations cease. If vibrations persist, consult your Aston Martin dealer.

A - Service Schedules
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Service Schedules Summary
Your DB AR1 should be serviced every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months,
whichever occurs first. The service schedules cover:
Pre-delivery Inspection (PDI)
This free series of checks is carried out on the car by the Selling Dealer before
delivery. The checks ensure that you receive a vehicle which matches the high
quality standards set by Aston Martin Lagonda Limited.
Initial 1,500km (1,000 mile) Service
The Selling Dealer is responsible for the costs and work involved in performing this
free service. The initial service consists of an inspection and oil change service after
completion of the first 1,500 km (1,000 miles) and includes fine adjustments to
compensate for initial 'bedding-in' e.g. handbrake adjustment. Also, engine oil and
filter will be changed to clear any contaminants picked up during the initial running.
12,000 km (7,500 mile) Service
This is the basic service interval for DB AR1 when consumable oils, filters, etc will be
changed and functional checks will be carried out on all major systems in the vehicle.
24,000 km (15,000 mile) Service
In addition to the 12,000 km (7,500 mile) service items, air filters, wiper blades etc.
are renewed at 24,000 km (15,000 mile) intervals.
48,000 & 96,000 km (30,000 & 60,000 mile) Services
Again the basic 12,000 km (7,500 mile) service is carried out together with the
additional checks and replacement items shown in the following schedules.
2 Years
To maintain the hydraulic brake system performance, the brake fluid is renewed
every 2 years to clear the system of absorbed water vapour.

A - Service Schedules
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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