2003 ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q service

F - Owner Maintenance
1-F-21 3. Firmly screw the aerosol to the valve of the punctured tyre. Remove the
cap from the canister. Holding the canister upright, press the button until
the contents of the can are completely emptied into the punctured tyre.
This may take up to 5 minutes per canister.
4. Repeat step 3 with the second canister.
WARNING: Because of the large air volume contained in tyres fitted to the
vehicle, two canisters are required to provide reinflation of a deflated tyre to
a safe working pressure.
5. Fit the 30 mph maximum speed WARNING labels to the repaired wheel
and to the steering wheel. Remove the steering wheel label only when
a new replacement tyre has been fitted.
6. Drive off immediately for 10 - 20 km (6 - 12 miles) at a maximum speed
of 50 km/h (30 mph) to allow the tyre weld product to spread within the
tyre.
7. Stop off the road in a safe place and visually inspect the tyre to confirm
that the leak has been completely sealed. Measure the tyre pressure
(pressure gauge in the tool kit) and if necessary drive to the nearest
service station and adjust to the correct pressure using an air line.
8. Limit your speed to 50 km/h (30 mph) and have the defective tyre and
valve replaced as soon as possible.
9. Purchase approved replacement aerosols and labels from your nearest
Aston Martin dealer as soon as possible.

F - Owner Maintenance
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5. Using the handwheel (A) on the jack screwshaft, raise the jack until the
jack top plate (B) fits to the jacking point stud under the sill at the affected
wheel. Ensure that the jack baseplate is squarely seated on solid ground.
Note: In the following step, the jack handle extension (D) must be used to prevent
damage to the vehicle paintwork as the jack handle (C) is rotated.
6. Ensure the safety of any persons in the vicinity and the security of the
wheel chock. Raise the vehicle as necessary using the jack ratchet handle
(C) and extension (D) to lift the deflated wheel clear of the ground.
Remove the wheel nuts and remove the deflated wheel.
7. Mount the spare wheel on the hub. Reverse the jack ratchet handle on
the extension and partially tighten the wheel nuts.
8. Lower the vehicle to the ground. Tighten the wheel nuts alternately.
Remove the wheel chock.
9. Repack the tools into their location in the boot. Place the defective wheel
into the bag provided and place on the rear seats.
10. When the spare wheel is correctly fitted and secured, drive conservatively
(80 km/h (50 mph) maximum) and have the wheel nuts torque tightened
to 88-102 Nm (65-75 lbs/ft) at the earliest opportunity.
WARNINGS:
Follow the wheel label warnings. Failure to comply can be dangerous. Drive
cautiously and refit a serviceable standard wheel and tyre as soon as possible.
Never fit more than one temporary spare wheel at a time.
Check that the temporary spare tyre is inflated to the specified pressure.
Never exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) when the spare wheel is fitted.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Electrics
Battery
The battery is located in the right-hand side of the boot. The battery is
maintenance free and should only require checking by your dealer during
regular vehicle services.
Battery charge level must be maintained by use of the battery conditioner
if the vehicle is not in frequent use.
Caution: The engine must never be run with the battery disconnected.
WARNING: The battery emits combustible gas (hydrogen) when charging. Avoid
sparks and short circuits by switching off the charger before connecting or
disconnecting the charger at the battery.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Vertical Beam Alignment Check
1. Check the position of the bubble in the Vertical Angle Spirit Level. Rotate
the lower screw if necessary to align the bubble centrally between the
reference lines of the level
If you have any difficulty in getting the indicators to align, take your car to
an Aston Martin dealer for service.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Bodywork and Fittings
Checks and Maintenance
Door hinges should be lubricated and door drain holes cleaned regularly
as follows:
• Door hinges should be lubricated with grease.
• Wipe away any excess lubricant to avoid contaminating clothing.
• Check the drain holes in the bottom face of each door periodically and
clear if necessary with a short length of wire.
Caution: Do not lubricate door or ignition locks. They are greased during manufacture
and should not need regular service.
Caution: Automatic car washes and power-operated mops are not recommended,
since prolonged use will cause fine scratches in the paint surface.
Vehicle Cleaning
Paintwork
Washing
For best results, do not wash the vehicle in strong sunlight. Allow the vehicle
to cool before washing. Do not use household soaps or detergents. Do not
direct hoses at full force around the door or boot seals.
When washing the vehicle use plenty of clean, cold or luke warm water.
Remove dust or mud from the paintwork by brushing in a gentle flow of
water from a hose.

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.

2-A-1
A - Service Schedules
Contents
Service Bulletin/Field Action/Recall Record ......................................... 2-A-2
Service Bulletin/Field Action/Recall Record ......................................... 2-A-3
Service Schedules Summary............................................................... 2-A-4
Pre-delivery Inspection....................................................................... 2-A-5
Service Schedules ............................................................................... 2-A-7
Service Records ................................................................................ 2-A-10
Vehicle Identification ........................................................................ 2-A-10
Pre-delivery Inspection ..................................................................... 2-A-10

A - Service Schedules
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Service Bulletin/Field Action/Recall Record
Field Action No. Date Dealer Name