1997 ASTON MARTIN DB7 coolant

Introduction
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Safety Precautions L —^ ^^—^
Safety Precautions "
All service workshops are a source of potential danger and repair work should only be performed by technically
trained staff following the procedures in this manual. A safety conscious approach to the performance of all service
procedures must be observed at all times. Statutory requirements governing all aspects of health and safety at work
including directives for the proper use of materials and equipment must be implemented.
The following contains a list of particular safety precautions which should be observed; it is not intended to be
exhaustive.
Air Conditioning System
Do not disconnect any air conditioning refrigerant system pipes unless trained and instructed to do
so.
The refrigerant
used can cause blindness if allowed to contact your eyes.
Chemical Handling and Storage
Chemicalsusedintheservicingofmotorvehiclesincludeacids,adhesives, antifreeze, brake fluids, coolants, grease,

oil,
paint, resin and solvents. Exposure to certain chemicals through direct contact or inhalation can be
fatal.

Potential hazards may also be present through the incorrect use, storage and handling of chemicals causing a fire
risk. The following precautions should be observed.

1.
Strictly adhere to handling and safety information found on containers and labels.

2.
Do not store chemicals in unlabelled or incorrectly labelled containers.
3. Containers used for storing chemicals should not be left
open;
there is a risk of
spilling,
or evaporation of fumes
which may be inflammable or toxic.

4.
Do not mix chemicals unless instructed to do so following manufacturers guidelines.
5. Do not inhale chemical materials to determine identity, they may be toxic.
6. Do not use petrol, kerosene, diesel
fuel,
gas oil, thinners or solvents for washing
skin.

7. Containers whose capacity is over 25 litres (5 gallons) require a bund wall in order to contain spillages.
8. Chemicals based on solvents such as paint should not be sprayed in a confined space; work areas used for
such operations should be well ventilated and fume extraction equipment should be utilised.
9. Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided when volatile de-greasing agents are being used.
WARNING: Fume extraction equipment must be in operation when
solvents
are
used
e.g.
trichloroethane, white
spirit, SBP3, methylene chloride, perchlorethylene.
WARNING: Do not smoke in the vicinity of volatile de-greasing agents.

10.
Avoid splashing the
skin,
eyes and clothing.

11.
Clean chemicals from the skin and clothing as soon as possible after soiling.

12.
Wear protective clothing such as goggles, non porous gloves and apron when hand
I
ing battery acid and other
corrosive and toxic substances.
iv April 1997

Electrics
Electrical Component Location Index •
Component Name
Fuel Filler Flap Solenoid
Fuel Pump 1
Fuel Pump 2
Fuel Tank Sender Unit
Gear Selector Illumination
Gear Shift Interlock Solenoid
Gearbox Connector (Auto)
Gearbox ECU
Gearshift Interlock Module
Handbrake Switch
Headlamp Control Module
Head/Side Lamp - LH Front
Head/Side Lamp - RH Front
Heated Front Screen Controller
Heated Front Screen Fuse - 40A
Heated Front Screen
Heated Front Screen
Heated Rear Screen
Heated Washer Jet
Heated Washer Jet
High Level Stop Lamp
Horn - LH
Horn - RH
Idle Speed Control Valve
Ignition Switch
Indicator/Side Lamp - LH Front
Indicator/Side Lamp - RH Front
Inertia Switch
Injector 1
Injector 2
Injector 3
Injector 4
Injector 5
Injector 6
Input Speed Sensor (Auto)
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Instrument Panel
Interior Light - Rear LH
Interior Light - Rear RH
Key Solenoid
Key-In Warning Switch
Kickdown Switch
Lambda Sensor A
Lambda Sensor B
Logic Earth
Low Coolant Probe
Low Level Sensor
Lumbar Pump
Map Reading Light
Microswitch - Glass Drop LH
Microswitch - Glass Drop RH
Up to 97 MY
Location
Reference
2-1
15-13
15-14
15-12
9-3
13-6
7-11
11-2
13-7
8-8
1-3
14-7
14-12
11-4
11-5
7-10
7-1
9-8
1-11
1-11
9-1
11-6
11-6
3-17
8-7
14-8
14-11
7-2
3-6
3-7
3-8
3-9
3-n
3-12
11-11
2-7
2-6
5-4
5-4
11-10
11-9
8-5
3-18
3-19
9-2
13-5
4-1
9-5
5-1
12-2
12-2
Wiring Diag.
Reference
24-A3
25-A1
25-A2
24-C5
19-D4
21-C4
7-B4
4-B3
21-A2
24-A1
2-A2
1-D2
1-A2
9-A2
9-B2
8-B5
14-B2
24-A2
5-A3
5-B3
24-B2
3-C1
3-81
5-C5
12-D2
1-C1
1-A1
8-D2
5-A2
5-C2
5-A3
5-C2
5-A4
5-C4
7-B2
13-D5
11-C5
24-A2
24-D2
12-B2
12-B2
14-A5
6-B5
6-B5
10-D4
8-C3
3-C1
22-D2
13-C4
17-A2
18-A2
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Rep.
Op.
Reference

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Notes
Auto only
Auto only
Auto only
Auto only
Auto only
Auto only
Auto only
6-20 May 1996

NO COLOUR
PIN
116
NV I
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B ?

AREA A6
Si.

H6
COLOUR
fiN
ABEX"
125
N I
B3-23 12?
BY 2 SS_

NO
COLOUR
PIN
100
B I
101
PY ?

AREA B2-20 BI-19

HO
COLOUR
117
B
119
B
120
B

AREA
A2 A2

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NO COLOUR
PIN
ASET
103
B I CI
105
Py ' CI

NO COLOUR
PIN
102
B 1
103
B 1
lOfl
PT 2
105
PY 2

Ali^A B2-20
Bl
BI-19
fl

EARTH POINT
COOLANT
LOW
LEVEL SENSOR

AIR
CON
RELAY
l«
SPl
19
SPL
20

HO COLOUR
PIN
135
NS 65
136
UB 86
137
KB 87
87A
138
RH 3?

AREA
C6 C6
C3-22

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.

NO COLOUR
PIH
133
P 85
140
PB 86
141
P 87
87A
14?
PY 30

AREA C4-24 ce C4-24

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NO COLOUR
PIH
115
N 85
143
BC 86
144
WY 87
S7A 110
WR 30

AREA 02 B4 C6
C2
NO COLOUR
PIK
146
RY 85
120
8 86
147 KB
87
129
UR 87A
130 BG
30

ARCA
A6 B2 C3-22 03 03 STARTER SOLENOID RELAY FAN
RUN ON
RELAY
NO COLOUR AREA 121
WR £5_

HO COLOUR 124
NG
146
RY
126
BY

116
NY

PIN 85 86 8/ 87A
55
AREA
A2 A5 A2
A2

NO COLOUR
PIH
123
NY 85
127
UN 86
148
KB 87
87A
lie
HY 30

AREA
B2 D3
C3-22

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NO COLOUR
PIN
106
B I
W-S&
2_

AREA 82-21 C6 LOW LEVEL SENSOR

NO COLOUR PIN
ARET
I 110
WR 2 «4
STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID
NO COLOUR III
B
112
e

AREA B2-2I 82-20
SCREEN WASH PUMP
NO COLOUR
PIN
lOe
B 1
109
LCB 2
3 4
AR^A B2-2I C6 NO 113 114 l|^
COLOUR N N H
AlttA A2 B3-23
M
BATTERY
POSTL

NO COLOUR
133
B
134
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AREA B2-2I
J
RH
SIDE n REPEATER
NO COLOUR
PIN
131
YR I
132
BK 2

AREA ce C6 J CRUISE CONTROL ^ CLUTCH SWITCH
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134
OW
144
WY
135
NS
136
UB
138
RN
140
PB
IJI
YR
132
BK
121
WR
145
BC

109
LCB

149
P
107
BS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
II 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
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AREA
C4 A4 A3 A3 A5 A4 C4 C4 62 B4
01

C4-24
CI

NO COLOUR
PIN
127
UN 1
128
KB 2
129
UR 3
130
Bf. 4

AREA
AS
C3-22
A5
«5

SHEET
14
AREA
B4

SHEET
6
AREA
B3
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Wiring Diagram

Model
-
Aston Martin DB7 Coupe

Harness
Title
-
Right Forward

Drawing
Part No.
-
B37-81298

Revision
- 0
Siieet
3 of
29
-
Up
to 97 MY

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Electrics
Component Index Sheet 1-97 MY
Component
Name
ABS ECU
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front RH
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front LH
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear RH
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear LH
Airbag Crash Sensor RH
Airbag Crash Sensor LH
Airbag Diagnostic Monitor
Airbag (Drivers)
Airbag (Passengers)
Airbag Safing Sensor LHD
Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch
Air Conditioning Control
Air Conditioning Trinary Switch
Air Conditioning Unit
Air Pump
Air Temperature Sensor (IAT1)
Air Temperature Sensor (IAT2)
Alarm LED Inverter
Alarm Sounder
Alternator (Generator)
Ambient Temperature Sensor
Barometric Pressure Sensor
Blower Fan LH
Blower Fan RH
Bonnet Switch
Boot Lamp LH
Boot Lamp RH
Boot Lock Actuator
Brake Fluid Level Sensor
Camshaft Sensor (CMP)
Capacitor (Generator)
Catalyst Overtemperature/Speed Warning Module
CD Autochanger
Central Locking Unit '
Cigar Lighter
Column Switchgear Assembly
Coolant Low Level Sensor
Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT)
Coolant Temperature Sensor - Temp Gauge
Courtesy Light
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP)
Cruise Control Clutch Switch (RHD)
Cruise Control Disable and Stop Lamp Switch
Cruise Control On/Off Switch
Cruise Control Servo Unit
Cruise Control Set Switch
Diagnostic Socket - Lower
Diagnostic Socket - Upper
Door Closed Microswitch (Drivers)
Door Closed Microswitch (Passengers)
Door Lock Motor (Drivers)
Door Lock Motor (Passengers)
Door Lock Switch (Drivers)
Component
Location
(Figure No.-ltem No.)
1-5
1-3
1-3
8-1
8-1
2-3
2-3
4-2
9-6
9-1
2-6
9-4
9-2
9-5
9-2
9-3
3-7
3-11
7-8
2-4
3-12
1-1
8-6
10-10
10-4
2-2
10-8
10-6
10-7
16-3
3-2
1-2
4-8
5-5
6-10
6-5
10-5
10-3
3-4
3-3
10-9
3-1
10-2
1-4
6-6
2-8
6-7
11-3
11-3
7-6
7-6
11-6
11-9
11-5
Circuit
Reference
(Sheet No.-Coordinates)
20-A1
20-D2
20-D3
20-B6
20-C6
3-D1
1-C3
11-C6
9-A3
11-C4
12-B4
3-C1
3-D3
3-D1
11-CI
1-C2
5-C1
5-B3
14-B6
1-B2
5-A6
1-A2
4-A4
8-A3
12-C3
1-C5
15-A4
16-D3
16-C6
20-B3
5-C1
5-A5
11-C3 Japan Only
10-B3 Rear of Radio
12-D4
13-A3
9-A2
3-A3
5-B1
5-C1
9-B1
5-A2
3-C5
9-A3
13-A5
2-A6
13-B5
10-A6
10-A5
21-A2
22-A2
21-B1
22-Bl
21-A2
September 1996 6-43

Electrics
Component Index Sheet 3 - 97
MY

Component
Name
Interior Light - Rear RH
Key Solenoid
Key-In Warning Switch
Low Coolant Signal Transmitter
Low Level Sensor (Screenwash)
Map Reading Light
Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor
Multifunction Module
Number Plate Lamp - LH
Number Plate Lamp - RH
Oil Pressure Transducer (EOP)
PATS Module
PATS Transceiver
Performance Mode Switch
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Purge Cannister Vent Valve
Radiator Switch
Radio
Radio Aerial
Radio Telephone Connector
Radio Tweeter (LH)
Radio Tweeter (RH)
Rear Lamp - LH
Rear Lamp - RH
Relay - Air Conditioning
Relay - Air Conditioning W.O.T.
Relay - Air Pump
Relay - Auxiliary Load (
Relay - Auxiliary Load (
Relay - Courtesy Lights (
Relay - Clutch (
Relay-Day Time Running (
Relay - Drivers Seat Heater (
Relay - Fan Change-Over (
Relay - Fan Run On
Relay - Front Fog Lamps
Relay - Fuel Pump 1
Relay - Fuel Pump 2
Relay - Gearbox Failure Warning
Relay - Glass Drop
Relay - Hazard Unit
Relay - Headlamp Dipped Beam
Relay- Headlamps
Relay - Heated Front Screen Control
Relay - Heated Rear Window
Relay - Hood Down (Roof Down)
Relay - Hood Up (Roof Up)
Relay - Horn
Relay - indicator Unit (Flasher Unit)
Relay - Left Quarter Light Up
Relay - Left Quarter Light Down
Relay - Load
Relay- Main
Relay - Main Beam
Relay - Passenger Seat Heater
Component
Location
14-6
14-4
14-4
7-13
14-3
10-9
14-1
6-1
14-8
14-7
15-3
4-9
15-4
6-8
4-1
15-7
15-2
5-1
5-4
8-3
5-2
5-2
15-8
15-6
see relay location chart) di II II II
II II II II
II II II II
11 II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
11 II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II It II
II II II II
11 II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II It II II
II II II II
11 II II II
II II II II
11 II II II
11 II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
II II II II
Circuit
Reference
16-A2
9-D3
9-D3
12-82
3-A2
8-A4
5-D2
12-B5
16-D6
16-C6
5-C4
12-B1
9-C2
4-A2
6-B5
15-B3
5-D1
10-B3
16-C2
16-B5
8-A3
12-C2
15-B6
16-D2
3-A4
3-A5
1-A5
9-D1
12-D1
9-D1
1-B5
1-A6
23-D3
3-C4
3-A3
) 1-B5
) 17-A2
) 17-A4
9-D2
) 12-C1
) 8-C3
2-A2
) 2-B2
) 12-D3
) 8-C4
) 19-A2
) 19-A3
) 1-85
) 8-C3
) 18-A5
) 18-A5
) 12-D1
) 12-D2
) 2-83
) 24-D3
September 1996 6-45

Electrics
Relay Location Index - 97 MY 5^^?
Relay Locations
Left Forward
Engine Bay LH Side (from front to
Function
Front Fog Lights
rear)
Cruise Control Clutch Switch(Man)
Air Pump
Horn
Daytime Running Lights
Side Lights
Headlamps
Dip Beam
Main Beam
Starter
Left Forward Fusebox
Base Colour
Brown
Purple
Yellow
Red
Blue
Green
Blue
Black
White
Yellow
Relay/Module Cover.
Blue
Pink
Blue
Blue
Blue
Pink
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Right Forward
Engine Bay LH Side (from front to rear)
Function Base Colour
Air Con (WOT) Blue
Fan Run-On Yellow
Air Con Green
Cooling Fan Fuses (30A x 2) Black
Fan Timer Control Unit Black
Facia Component Panel - RHD Passenger Side - Left to Right
Function Base Colour
Heated Front Screen Timer Relay Yellow
Multi-Function Module Black
Low Coolant Transmitter Module Black
Main Relay (Red Stripe) Red
Auxiliary Load White
Auxiliary Load Black
Fusebox
Heated Front Screen Fuse 40A Black
Door drop glass thermal cut-out White
Fascia Component Panel - RHD Drivers Side - Left to Right
Function
Gearbox Failure Warning
Ignition Load
Courtesy Lights
Indicator/Flasher Unit
Hazard Warning
Heated Rear Window
Rear Fog Light
Dimmer Module
Fusebox
Base Colour
Black
White
Red
Yellow
Blue
Blue
Brown
Black
Relay/Module
Pink
Pink
Blue
Cover.
Green Maxi Fuse
Cream
Relay/Module
Grey
Black
Black
Silver
Blue
Blue
Cover.
Orange Maxi Fuse
Black
Relay/Module
Pink
Blue
Blue
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Red
Black
Cover.
Location
1
2
3
4
5
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
6-64 September 1996

Electrics

Relay Location Index - 97 MY
D^^
Facia Component Panel
- LHD
Passenger
Function
Heated Front Screen Timer Relay
Multi-Function Module
Low Coolant Transmitter Module
Main Relay (Red Stripe)
Auxiliary Load
Auxiliary Load
Fusebox
Heated Front Screen Fuse
Otter Switch (door drop glass)
Side
-
Right
to
Left
Base Colour
Yellow
Black
Black
Red
White
Black
Black
White
Fascia Component Panel
- LHD
Drivers Side
-
Right
to
Left
Function
Gearbox Failure Warning
Ignition Load
Courtesy Lights
Indicator/Flasher Unit
Hazard Warning
Heated Rear Window
Rear
Fog
Light
Dimmer Module
Fusebox
Base Colour
Black
White
Red
Yellow
Green
Blue
Brown
Black
Relay/Module Cover.
Grey
Black
Black
Silver
Blue
Blue
Orange Fuse
Black
Relay/Module Cover.
Pink
Blue
Blue
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Red
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Seat Heater Relays - Beneath the Driver and Passenger Seats
Boot (Trunk) Relays Volante (Front To Rear)

Function
LH Quarter
Up

LH Quarter Down
Hood Down
Hood
Up

RH Quarter Down
Reverse Lights
Fuel Pump
1

Fuel Pump
2

Tilt Sensor
RH Quarter
Up

Stop Lights
Hood Lift Fuse
Fusebox
Hood (Roof) Control Module
Thermal Cut-Outs Quarter Glasses
Base Colour
White
Yellow
Blue
Green
Red
Yellow
Blue
Green
White
Black
Brown
Black
Relay/Module Cover.
Pink
Pink
Pink
Pink
Pink
Blue
Silver (Bosch)
Silver (Bosch)
Pink
Pink
Blue
Green
30A

Black
Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Boot (Trunk) Relays Coupe (Front To Rear)
Function
Stop Lights
Reverse Lights
Fuel Pump 1
Fuel Pump 2
Tilt Sensor
Fusebox
Base Colour
Brown
Yellow
Blue
Green
White
6-66

Relay/Module
Blue
Blue
Silver (Bosch)
Silver (Bosch)
Pink
Cover. Location
1
2
3
4
5
6
September
1996

Air Conditioning
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System Trouble Shooting

12.
Compressor clutch slipping.

13.
Blower flaps or distribution vents closed or partially seized.

14.
Water valve not closed.

15.
Evaporator sensor detached from evaporator.
Intermittent Cooling
Is the electrical circuit to the compressor clutch consistent?

2.
Is the electrical circuit to the blower motor(s) consistent?
3. Compressor clutch slipping.

4.
Faulty air distribution flap potentiometer or motor.
5. Motorised in-car aspirator or evaporator temperature sensor faulty, causing temperature variations.
6. Blocked or partially restricted evaporator or condenser.
Noisy System

1.
Loose or damaged compressor drive belt.

2.
Loose or damaged compressor mountings.
3. Compressor oil level low, look for evidence of leakage.

4.
Compressor damage caused by low oil level or internal debris.
5. Blower(s) motor(s) noisy.
6. Excessive refrigerant charge, witnessed by vibration and 'thumping' in the high pressure line (may be indicated by
high HIGH & high LOW side pressures).
7. Low refrigerant charge causing 'hissing' at the expansion valve (may be indicated by low HIGH side pressure).
8. Excessive moisture in the system causing expansion valve noise.

Note;
Electrical faults
may
be more rapidly traced using PDU.
Insufficient Heating

1.
Water valve stuck in the closed position.

2.
Motorised in-car aspirator seized.
3. Blend flaps stuck or seized.

4.
Blocked or restricted blower inlet or outlet.
5. Low coolant level.
6. Blower fan speed low.
7. Coolant thermostat faulty or seized open.
8-18 May 1996