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G - Specifications
1-G-1
Contents
Body ................................................................................................. 1-G-2
Engine ............................................................................................... 1-G-2
Power and Torque Graphs ................................................................. 1-G-3
Transmission - Manual....................................................................... 1-G-4
Transmission - Automatic ................................................................... 1-G-4
Final Drive ......................................................................................... 1-G-4
Steering ............................................................................................. 1-G-4
Suspension........................................................................................ 1-G-5
Brakes ............................................................................................... 1-G-5
Towing .............................................................................................. 1-G-5
Wheels and Tyres .............................................................................. 1-G-6
Exterior Features ................................................................................ 1-G-7
Interior Features ................................................................................ 1-G-7
Lights ................................................................................................ 1-G-8
Exterior Dimensions and Clearances.................................................. 1-G-9
Interior Dimensions .........................................................................1-G-10
Weights ........................................................................................... 1-G-10
Capacities........................................................................................ 1-G-11
Recommended Fluids ......................................................................1-G-12
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2-A-5
A - Service Schedules
Pre-delivery Inspection (PDI)
Before you receive your DB AR1, it will undergo a comprehensive pre-
delivery inspection at the Dealer's premises to ensure that it meets Aston
Martin's quality standards. The following checks will be made:
Levels and Leaks
Engine oil
Power steering oil
Brake Fluid
Clutch fluid (manual only)
Engine coolant level
Engine coolant specific gravity
Windscreen washer fluid
Fuel system
Gearbox oil/Auto transmission fluid
Rear axle oil - Differential
Battery
Mechanical Functions
Auto transmission
Selection and P & N functions
Manual gear selection
Clutch operation (manual only)
Throttle pedal operation
Parking brake operation
Steering column adjustment and lock
operation
Seat adjuster rails
Bonnet (Hood) release and catch
Door operation and locks
Storage compartments
Rear view mirror
Wheels and Tyres
Road wheel nuts
Tyre pressures
Front wheel tracking
Electrical Checks
Battery condition
Heated windscreen
Windscreen washers
Windscreen wipers
Air-conditioning controls
Gauges and warning lights
Radio/Cassette/CD player
Navigation (where fitted)
All speakers
Electric aerial
Inertia switch
Window mechanisms
Side and headlights (main and dip)
Front fog lights
Rear fog lights (where fitted)
Hazard warning lights
Instrument illumination and dimmer
Air conditioning panel illumination
Auto Trans. PRNDL illumination
Horns
Interior/map lights
Cigar lighter
Seat adjustment - all functions
Door mirror adjustments
Reset clock (if necessary)
Door / boot courtesy lights
Central locking system
Filler flap lock operation
Seat belt operation
Seat belt warning system
Security system / Remote control
Clutch pedal start inhibit
Interrogate DTC codes (not N.
America)
Record battery open-circuit voltage
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Index
5-A-1
Index
A
ABS Warning Light 1-C-22
Adjustments Before Driving 1-A-7
Air Conditioning System 1-D-2
Defrost 1-D-6
Door Mounted Vents 1-D-4
Face Level Vents 1-D-3
Fan Speed Control 1-D-5
Heating/Cooling 1-D-2
Internal Air Flow 1-D-3
Mode Switch 1-D-6
Temperature Control 1-D-5
Temperature Differential Control 1-D-9
Ventilation 1-D-3
Airbags
Child Seats - Passenger Airbags 1-A-20
Alarm
Key Fob 1-A-3
Locking the DB AR1 1-A-4
The Security System 1-A-3
Turning off the Alarm 1-A-4
Turning on the Alarm 1-A-4
Unlocking the DB AR1 1-A-4
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) 1-C-21
Ashtray 1-B-22
Automatic Locking Retractors 1-A-15
B
Battery
Battery Conditioner 1-F-33
Battery Disconnect Switch 1-F-32
Electrical Start from Another Vehicle 1-F-36
Quiescent Battery Drain 1-F-31
The Battery Reconnect Switch 1-F-35
Boot (Trunk) Lock Control 1-E-6
Brake System Warning Light 1-C-22
Brake Warning Indications During Driving 1-C-21
Braking Systems 1-C-19
Bulb and Fuse Replacement 1-F-42
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Index
5-A-2
C
Care and Maintenance of Seat Belts 1-F-57
Catalytic Converters 1-C-4
Child Safety Seats
Child Seats and Passenger Airbags 1-A-20, 1-A-21
Warnings 1-A-19
Clock 1-B-17
Column Switchgear
Left Hand Stalk 1-B-12
Right Hand Stalk 1-B-14
Console Mounted Controls 1-B-16
D
Door Edge Lights 1-F-52
Door Locks 1-A-5
Door Sealing 1-A-5
Driving in Wet Conditions 1-C-9
E
Electric Window Reset Procedure 1-F-52
Electrics
Battery 1-F-30
Engine Bay 1-F-6
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 1-B-11
Engine Immobiliser 1-A-4
F
Fluid Level Checks 1-F-4
Brake Fluid Reservoir 1-F-11
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir 1-F-9
Engine Oil Level 1-F-7
Power Steering Reservoir 1-F-10
Footbrake 1-C-19
Front Indicator Lights / Front Parking Lights 1-F-47
Front Interior Lights 1-F-51
Fuel 1-C-2
Fuel Cut-Off Switch 1-C-8
Fuel Filler Cap 1-C-3
Fuel Filling 1-C-3
Fuel Gauge 1-B-10
Fuse Boxes 1-F-38
Fuse Lists - Right Hand Drive 1-F-39
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Index
5-A-3
G
Gear Changing - Manual Transmission 1-C-10
Gear Changing - Touchtronic Transmission 1-C-11
Gearbox Functions 1-C-16
General Information Forward-vii
Maintenance and Servicing Forward-viii
Safety Information Forward-vii
Vehicle Identification Forward-ix
Glossary of Terms Forward-xii
H
Handbrake 1-C-23
Hazard Warning Lights 1-B-19
Headlamp Ventilation 1-F-53
Headlight Dipped Beam Bulb Replacement 1-F-44
Headlight Flashing 1-B-13
Headlight Main Beam Bulb Replacement 1-F-43
I
Ignition Lock 1-C-5
Information/Warning Lights and Instruments 1-B-4
Interior Door Handles and Locks 1-A-6
Interior Lights 1-B-24
Interior Mirror 1-A-14
Interior Storage 1-A-22
J
Jacking and Wheel Changing 1-F-22
K
Kickdown 1-C-16
L
Lighting and Screen Heating Switches 1-B-18
Location of Components Forward-xii
Locking the DB AR1 1-A-4
Locking the Doors when Inside The Car 1-A-6
Lockup 1-C-16
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Index
5-A-5
Seat Belt Fastening 1-A-14
Seat Belt Pretensioner 1-A-15
Securing a Child Seat (ALR System) 1-A-15
Special Warnings - Child Safety Restraints 1-A-19
Warnings 1-A-16
Seat Controls 1-A-12
Seat Heater 1-B-19
Security System
Arming the Alarm 1-E-4
Disarming the Alarm 1-E-4
Full Alarm Activation 1-E-5
Operation 1-E-3
Panic Alarm 1-E-5
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATs) 1-E-7
System Protection 1-E-4
Unlocking the Car 1-E-4
Security Systems 1-E-2
Servicing Precautions 1-F-2
Dangerous Substances 1-F-5
Engine Oils 1-F-5
Fuel Tank Filling 1-F-5
Protecting The Environment 1-F-5
Side and Headlight Switching 1-B-13
Side Repeaters 1-F-48
Specifications
Body 1-G-2
Brakes 1-G-5
Dimensions and Weights 1-G-9
Engine 1-G-2
Engine Oil 1-G-12
Final Drive 1-G-4
Interior Features 1-G-7
Lights 1-G-8
Performance 1-G-2
Recommended Fluids 1-G-12
Steering 1-G-4
Suspension 1-G-5
Transmission - Automatic 1-G-4
Transmission - Manual 1-G-4
Wheels and Tyres 1-G-6
Winter Tyre Pressure 1-G-6
Speedometer 1-B-11
Steering Column Controls 1-B-14
Steering Wheel 1-A-10
Rake 1-A-10
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