boot ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE 2010 User Guide

Instrument Panel (IP) (01.12)
Body System (01.00)
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 1-9-13
Installation
1. Position rear console panel, install and tighten nuts (x3) and screws (x4).
2. Install screws (x2) ashtray console panel to floor.
3. Install centre arm rest.
4. Install support rail, install and tighten screws (x5) and bolt.
5. Install stowage compartment door.
6. Battery isolation switch ‘ON’.
Armrest Pad Assembly - Renew
Removal
1. Battery isolation switch ‘OFF’.
2. Remove stowage compartment door.
3. Remove bolt (x1) and screws (x5) support rail to body.
4. Remove screw (x1) centre arm rest to rear console panel assembly.
5. Release and remove arm rest
Installation
1. Install arm rest assembly.
2. Install rear support rail
3. Install stowage compartment door.
4. Battery isolation switch ‘ON’.
Console Panel Assembly - Renew
Removal
1. Battery isolation switch ‘OFF’.
2. Remove stowage compartment door.
3. Remove bolt (x1) and screws (x5) support rail to body.
4. Remove screw (x1) centre arm rest to rear console panel assembly.
5. Release and remove arm rest
6. Release gear lever gaiter.
7. Remove screws (x2) ashtra y console panel assembly to
floor.
8. Release switch panel and disconnect multiplugs (x6) and Lucar connectors (x2).
9. Remove switch panel.
10. Remove boot release and central locking switch.
11. Remove switches below ashtray (x4)
12. Remove Ashtray from panel assembly. (Allen screws x4)
Installation
1. Install ashtray to panel 2. Install switches (x4)
3. Install switch panel screws (x2).
4. Install boot release and central locking switch to panel
assembly console.
5. Position switch panel and connect multiplugs and Lucar connectors.
6. Install gear lever gaiter.
7. Install arm rest assembly.
8. Install rear support rail
9. Install stowage compartment door.
10. Battery isolation switch ’ON’.
RH/LH Rear Console Panel Assembly -
Renew (Roadster Only)
Removal
1. Remove panel assembly ce ntre (see Workshop Manual
procedure 01.05.FR/01.05.FS Panel Assembly - Centre -
Rear Bulkhead - LH/RH - Renew).
2. Remove screw (x1) trim to body lower (see Figure 1).
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Handles and Lock Mechanisms (01.14)
Body System (01.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 1-10-1
Body System (01.00)
Handles and Lock Mechanisms (01.14)
Description
The vehicle key operates the
ignition and the door lock, the
remote transmitter operates the
central locking and alarm systems.
Do not leave them in the vehicle .
Central Locking System
The Central Locking system consists of lock actuators in both
doors, the boot and the fuel flap. Central locking control is
through the door modules.
Each lock actuator incorporates a microswitch which signals
a change of state when any motor runs to drive the actuator.
The microswitches are of the change over type and provide
an earth for lock/unlock signals to the door module.
The boot will remain locked or will be unlocked
simultaneously with the doors dependant on the boot lock
position. The boot lock can be enabled at any time using the
remote transmitter irrespective of the Central Locking status.
Remote Transmitter
The remote control system consists of a transmitter and an
antenna (radio frequency system). The remote control
transmitter for the radio frequency system will operate
without the transmitter being directed at the vehicle. The
normal range between the transmitter and the antenna is up
to 5 meters. Before the remote control system can be used,
each transmitter must be initialized to the vehicle. A
maximum number of four transmitters can be initialized to
any vehicle. All remote transmitters must be initialized at the
same time.The keyless entry / remote operated locks will not
operate when the ignition key is in the ignition switch.
(A) Lock - One step vehicle
locking and alarm enable
.
(B) Un-lock - One step vehicle
unlocking or two step vehicle
unlocking and alarm disable.
(C) Boot Open - Press to enable
the boot catch.
(D) Panic Alarm - Activates / deactivates the panic alarm.
(E) Approach Light - Activates the front and rear side lights.
Fuel Filler Assembly
Boot Emergency Release
The boot can be opened from in side the boot by pulling the
luminous emergency release handle.
The vehicle will deadlock after 25 seconds.

Convertible Roof (01.17)
Body System (01.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 1-12-1
Body System (01.00)
Convertible Roof and Roof Opening Subsystem (01.17)
System Description
The convertible roof system comprises of an electrically dr iven hydraulic pump and six hydraulic rams. Four rams raise
and lower the roof and two raise and lower the tonneau cover. The pump is powered via either the 'Hydraulic Pump Fluid
In' or 'Hydraulic Pump Fluid Out' relay and is instructed vi a the Convertible Roof Module (CRM). The CRM is activated by
the Console mounted Roof Switch. A further module controls the position and drive command for the Tonneau Latches.
The roof hydraulic pump is protected by a 30A fuse. During Roof Operation the door glass and boot release commands
are also controlled by the CRM.

Convertible Roof (01.17)
Body System (01.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 1-12-27
Tonneau Cover - Renew
Removal
1. Open trunk lid and loosen 2 tonneau hinge bolts (see Figure 1).
2. Protect tonneau cover and boot lid edges with suitable tape and close trunk lid.
3. Operate roof to halfway position and support roof when hydraulic pressure drops with suitable straps and
support tonneau cover with suit able prop (see Figure 2).4. Release upper spring clips se
curing tonneau cylinders to
tonneau cover and release cylinders (both sides) (see
Figure 3).
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Figure 2
Figure 3

Cooling System (03.03)
Engine (03.00)3-3-4 Workshop Manual Issue 5, Janauary 2010
3. Remove throttle body duct for access. (clips x3).
4. Remove pump pulley bolts (x 3) (refer to Figure 1).
Figure 1
5. Release tensioner and slip belt from idler.
6. Remove pump pulley.
Installation
1. Fit pulley to pump with bolts.
2. Torque pulley bolts (bolt x3).
3. Release tensioner and slip belt on idler.
4. Install throttle body duct.
5. Connect breather pipe quickf its (x2) to air cleaner duct.
6. Battery isolation switch ‘ON’.
Oil Temperature Controller - Renew
Remove
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove undertray (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.NB Undertray - Front - Renew). 3. Remove pipes from oil thermostat (position container to
catch oil) (refer to Figure 1).
Figure 1
4. Remove controller fr om body (bolts x2).
Install
1. Install controller to body (bolts x2) (torque).
2. Install pipes to oil thermost at (torque) ensure correct
alignment in oil tank bracket.
3. Install undertray (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.NB Undertray - Front - Renew).
4. Fill tank with approximatel y amount of displaced oil and
replace cap.
5. Use handbook procedure to check oil level.
6. Lower vehicle on ramp.
Radiator Fan and Motor Assembly -
Remove and Install
Removal
1. Open the boot..
2. Set the battery isolation switch to off.
3. Remove the radiator closing panel. (01.02.AA - Radiator Closing Panel).
4. Disconnect the two electrical connectors from the wiring harness for the radiator fan and motor assembly.
5. Remove the two bolts that attach the horn mount bracket to the body.
6. Move the horn assembly away.
7. Remove the two nuts that attach the radiator fan and motor assembly to the body.
8. Remove the radiator fan and motor assembly.
Installation
1. Install the radiator fan and motor assembly.
2. Install and tighten the two nuts that attach the radiator fan and motor assembly to the body.
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A030350
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ItemCode
Radiator Fan and Motor Assembly -
Remove and Install 03.03.DB
A030242

Cooling System (03.03)
Engine (03.00)
Issue 5, Janauary 2010 Workshop Manual 3-3-5
3. Put the horn assembly into the correct position.
4. Install and tighten the two bolts that attach the horn mount bracket to the body.
5. Connect the two electrical connectors to the wiring harness for the radiator fan and motor assembly.
6. Install the radiator closin g panel. (0102AA - Radiator
Closing Panel).
7. Set the battery isolation switch to on.
8. Close the boot.
Radiator and Condenser Assembly -
Renew
Removal
1. Remove cooling fan pack (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.DB Fan and Motor Assembly -
Radiator - Renew).
2. Remove grille (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.08.AA Grille - Radiator - Renew).
3. Drain cooling system (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.AD Coolant - Drain and Refill).
4. Recover refrigerant (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 12.03.FA Refrigerant Gas - Recover/Recharge
- Renew).
5. Remove bolts (x4), that attach the PAS fluid cooler to bonnet latch cross member. Tie fluid cooler aside.
6. Remove bolts (x6), and spacers (x2) that attach the bonnet latch cross member to body and position aside.
7. Disconnect top and bottom hose from radiator (clips
x2).
8. Remove expansion tank hose from radiator (clip x1).
9. Remove bolts (x2), that attach the condenser pipe connections. Plug pipes and block connections.
10. Remove radiator mounting rubbers (x4)
11. Remove foam seals from radiator (x3).
Installation
1. Install foam seals to radiator (x3).
2. Install rubber mounts to radiator (x4).
3. Clean pipe connections, remove plugs.
4. Install new 'O' rings to pipe connections. Connect pipes to condenser. Install and torque tighten bolts (x2).
5. Connect top and bottom hoses to radiator (clips x2).
6. Connect expansion tank hose to radiator (clip x1). 7. Install bonnet latch cross member, install spacers and
bolts (torque).
8. Position PAS fluid cooler to cross member, install and
torque tighten bolts (x4).
9. Install grill (refer to Workshop Manual procedure
01.08.AA Grille - Radiator - Renew).
10. Install cooling fan pack (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.DB Fan and Motor Assembly -
Radiator - Renew).
11. Recharge refrigerant (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 12.03.FA Refriger ant Gas - Recover/Recharge
- Renew).
12. Refill cooling system (r efer to Workshop Manual
procedure 03.03.AD Coolant - Drain and Refill).
Radiator Assembly - Renew
Removal
1. Remove cooling fan pack (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.EB Fan and Motor Assembly Radiator -
Renew
2. Remove grille (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.08.AA Grille - Radiator - Renew).
3. Drain coolant (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.AD Coolant - Drain and Refill).
4. Remove bolt that attaches the PAS pipe bracket to bottom cross member.
5. Remove bolts (x6), and spacers (x2) that attach the bonnet latch cross member to body and position aside.
6. Disconnect top and bottom hose from radiator (clips x2).
7. Disconnect top and bottom hose from radiator (clips x2).
8. Remove expansion tank hos e from radiator (clip x1).
9. Remove bolts (x2) that attach the radiator to condenser.
10. Unclip condenser from ra diator and remove from
vehicle (lugs x4) (support condenser).
11. Remove radiator mounting rubbers (x4)
1. Remove foam seals from radiator (x3).
Installation
1. Install foam seals to radiator (x3).
2. Install rubber mounts to radiator (x4).
3. Install radiator and clip to condenser (lugs x4).
4. Install condenser to radiator bolts x2 (torque).
5. Connect top and bottom hoses to radiator (clips x2).
6. Connect expansion tank hose to radiator (clip x1).
7. Install bonnet latch cross member, install spacers and bolts (torque).
8. Position PAS fluid cooler to cross member, install and
torque tighten bolts (x4).
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Front Suspension (04.01)
Suspension (04.00)4-1-4 Workshop Manual November 2008
RH/LH Lower Front Suspension Arm
Assembly - Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove road wheel(s).
3. Remove nut/washer securing anti-roll bar link to lower suspension, release link from arm.
4. Remove nut/bolt securing damper to lower suspension arm, release damper from mounting.
5. Remove nut securing lower suspension arm ball-joint to vertical link.
6. Install tool (204 - 523) ba ll-joint remover and release
lower suspension ball-joi nt from vertical link.
7. Mark fitted positions of cam washers on lower suspension arm inner fixings to aid assembly purpose.
8. Remove nuts/bolts, cam washers (x2), securing lower suspension arm to subframe.
9. Release/remove lower suspension arm from subframe and vertical link.
Installation
1. Clean lower suspension arm and mating faces on vertical link and subframe
2. Install lower suspension arm in subframe.
3. Install cam washers, bolts/nuts (x2). Align cam washers to marks. Do not torque tighten at this stage.
4. Install lower suspension arm ball-joint in vertical link. Install and torque tighten nut.
5. Align damper to mounting, install bolt/nut. Do not torque tighten at this stage.
6. Install anti-roll bar link, install washer/nut. Do not torque tighten at this stage.
7. Final tightening of suspen sion components must be
carried out with the suspensi on arms at normal ride
height.
8. Install road wheel(s).
9. Lower vehicle on ramp.
10. Torque tighten suspension nuts/bolts.
11. 4 wheel alignment - check/adjust (see Workshop Manual procedure 04.00.AD 4 Wheel Alignment -
Check and Adjust).
RH/LH Upper Front Suspension Arm
Assembly - Renew
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and make it safe.
2. Remove the road wheel for the applicable suspension arm.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ABS sensor.
4. Release the three sensor harness clips from the upper suspension arm and the vertical link.
5. Remove the two Torx screws that attach the engine cross brace to the mounting.
6. Remove the two nuts and two bolts that attach the upper suspension arm to the body.
7. Release the suspension arm from the body.
8. Remove the three nuts that attach the damper top mounting.
9. Remove the mounting for the engine cross brace.
10. Remove the nut and bolt that attaches the damper to its lower mounting.
11. Remove spring/damper assembly.
12. Remove the nut that attaches the ball-joint for the upper suspension arm to the vertical link.
13. Install tool (204 - 523 - ball-joint remover) and release the ball-joint from vertical link.
14. Remove the upper suspension arm assembly.
Installation
1. Clean the upper suspension arm and the mating faces on the body and the vertical link.
2. Install the upper suspension arm to vertical link. Install the nut but do not torque tighten at this step.
3. Install spring/damper assembly.
4. Install the cross-brace support.
5. Install the three nuts but do not torque tighten at this step.
6. Align the damper to the lower mounting, install bolt/nut. Do not torque tighten at this step.
7. Put the upper suspension arm in positionon the body.
8. Install bolts and nuts but do not torque tighten at this step.
9. Connect the electrical connector to the ABS sensor.
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ItemCode
Upper Front Suspension Arm
Assembly-Renew RH
04.01.AE
Upper Front Suspension Arm
Assembly-Renew LH
04.01.AF
Caution
Be carefulthat you do not damage the ball-joint rubber
boot when you use the special tool.

Road Wheels and Tyres (04.04)
Suspension (04.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 4-4-9
Tyre Pressure Sensing (Option)
Tyre pressure sensing monitors the vehicle tyre pressures
and feeds-back this info rmation to the driver.
Each road wheel is installed with a tyre pressure sensing
device which sends tyre pressu re information to a control
unit mounted in the centre, rear wall of the boot.
The control unit provides a
visual warning by illuminating
the tyre pressure warning lamp
(A) on the instrument panel if
any tyre pressure falls below
specification.
Pressure Sensing
with Winter Wheels
and Tyres
If the tyre pressure sensing option is installed on the vehicle,
the winter road wheel and tyre option with the tyre pressure
sensing system should be installed. The tyre pressure sensing
system will need to be programmed to recognize additional
tyres.
Wa r n i n g s
WAR NI NG
TYRE PRESSURE SENSING IS NOT INTENDED TO REPLACE DRIVER AWARENESS OF TYRE
PERFORMANCE OR THE NEED FOR RECOMMENDED WEEKLY CHECKS ON TYRE CONDITION AND
PRESSURE.
Each pressure sensing device
has a colour coded collar.
Ensure the coloured collars
are always installed in their
original positions, i.e. after
new tyres are installed.
Road wheelColour
Front right
Front Left
Rear Right
Rear Left Green
Red
Blue
Yellow
Instrument
Cluster
Lamp constant / Message ‘Check Tyres’.
Fault
Tyre pressure below specification.
Action
Reduce speed to 48 km/h (30 mph). Stop in safe place as
soon as possible.
One of the coloured LEDs on the control module will
illuminate to indicate which tyre requires inflating . The
LED colour corresponds to th e colour of the band below
each tyre valve cap. Inspect affected tyre. Re-inflate if
necessary. If on inspection the tyre is found to be OK,
continue at 48 km/h (30 mph) maximum.
Ensure that the coloured band remains in position.
Instrument
Cluster Lamp constant / Message ‘Check Tyres’.
Fault
Tyre transmitter fault.
Action
Reduce speed to 48 km/h (30 mph). Stop in safe place as
soon as possible.
Inspect affected tyre. Re-inflate if necessary.
If on inspection the tyre is found to be OK, continue at 48
km/h (30 mph) maximum.
Instrument
Cluster Lamp constant / Message ‘Tyre system
Fault’
Fault
Control module fault.
Action
Stop in safe place as soon as possible.
Check all tyres for flats. If OK, continue at 48 km/h (30
mph) maximum.

Automatic Shifting Subsystem (07.11)
Transmission (07.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 7-11-1
Transmission (07.00)
Automatic Shifting Subsystem
(07.11)
Maintenance
Transmission Control Module-Renew-
Sportshift Only
Removal
1. Open boot lid.
2. Disconnect vehicle battery.
3. Remove access panel (right-hand side).
4. Release strap securing punctu re repair kit from bracket
and remove.
5. Remove retention clip (b olt x1) and Transmission
Control Module from mounting bracket.
6. Release Transmission Control Module multiplug catches (x2), disconnect Transmission Control Module
multiplugs (x2) and remove.
Installation
1. Install Transmission Control Module and connect multiplugs.
2. Install Transmission Control Module to mounting bracket, secure with retention clip and bolt.
3. Install puncture repair kit to bracket and secure with strap.
4. Install access panel (right-hand side).
5. Connect vehicle battery.
6. Close the boot lid.
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Body Ventilation system (12.01)
Climate Control (12.00)12-1-2 Workshop Manual May 2007
Climate Control (12.00)
Body Ventilation (12.01)
Air Intake & Distribution System
Outside air enters the plenum via inlets at the base of the
windscreen.
Fresh mode - Air is drawn in through the plenum and into
the blower unit. From the blower unit air enters the A/C unit
where it is cooled and dehumidified as it passes through the
evaporator. It is then ‘reheated’ to the selected temperature
as it passes through the heater matrix,. Air flows from the cabin into th
e boot via air vent grilles and
through apertures in the rear parcel shelf. The air is
exhausted from the vehicle through extraction vent
assemblies (incorporating one way flaps) in the lower part of
the rear bumpers, concealed by the bumper trim.
Recirculation mode - The air in the passenger
compartment is drawn into the A/C system via the re-
circulation air inlets on the blower unit.
The A/C unit is linked and sealed to the defrost / demisting and cabin air ducting assemblies. The A/C unit incorporates
two actuator operated flaps which regulate airflow to the selected air flow mode and temperature blend.
The centre vent duct incorporates a baffle plate which balances the volume of airflow of the centre and end of dash vents.

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