2003 ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q alarm

A - Before Driving
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Vehicle Keys
Your DB AR1 is supplied with two sets of keys. Each set contains the
following:
• One ignition/door key
• One key number tag
• One key for the centre armrest storage box
• One alarm key fob
Security of Keys and Alarm Key Fobs
It is important to keep your keys and alarm key fobs in a safe place at all
times. Leaving them in a conspicuous place is an invitation for a thief to steal
them and consequently your car and belongings. Keep your key sets secure
at all times.
Remove the key number tags from each key set and keep them secure. They
will be required if you wish to obtain replacement keys.
ASTON MARTIN

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The Security System and Door Locks
Your DB AR1 is fitted with sophisticated security systems which protect your
car against theft. The alarm system is linked to the central locking system.
The following two pages describe the basic operations required to turn on
or off the alarm and at the same time to lock or unlock the car. The systems
are fully described in section 'E - Security Systems'.
Alarm Key Fob
Basic alarm functions are controlled using the alarm key fob which sends
radio signals to the alarm unit aerial near the rear window when either the
left or right key fob button is pressed.
The left button is used for turning the alarm system on/off and locking/
unlocking the car. The right button is used for unlocking the boot.
The key fob has a range of about 10 metres (30 feet) when operating with
no intervening obstructions.

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Unlocking the Car / Turning off the Alarm
To unlock the car and turn the alarm system off, approach to within 10
metres (30 feet) of the car and point the key fob towards the rear window.
Press the left button on the alarm key fob.
The exterior direction indicators flash three times, indicating that the alarm
has been switched off. At the same time, the central locking system unlocks
the car doors and fuel filler flap. Alarm sensing on the boot lock is also
switched off so that the boot may be opened without triggering the alarm.
Locking the Car / Turning on the Alarm
To turn the alarm system on and lock the car, stand within 10 metres (30 feet)
of the car and point the key fob towards the rear window. Press the left
button on the alarm key fob.
The direction indicators flash once as the alarm is switched on. Alarm
sensing is then operative on the door locks, bonnet and boot. At the same
time, the car doors, boot and filler flap are locked by the central locking
system.
Engine Immobiliser
The engine is immobilised by the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) and may
not be started until a correctly coded key is inserted and turned in the
ignition switch (See 'Security Systems' for a full description of PATS). The
PATS system is fully automatic and requires no intervention from the driver.

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Door Locks
The door locks and fuel filler flap are centrally controlled and are normally
unlocked when the left button is pressed on the alarm key fob. The boot lock
is also enabled at this time but does not release until opened using the boot
release switch, ignition key or by pressing the right button on the key fob.
NOTE: If a door is unlocked and opened with the key whilst the alarm is switched
on, the alarm will sound.
If the alarm system is off, then locking or unlocking of either door with the
ignition key causes simultaneous locking or unlocking of the other door and
the fuel filler flap by means of the central locking system.
Door Sealing
Your DB AR1 is fitted with frameless door windows. A special door sealing
system is fitted to ensure a tight fit of the door glass to the seal along the 'A'
post.
When you open a door, the window glass is automatically lowered a few
millimetres to clear the door seal.
As you close a door, the window glass is automatically raised against the
body frame rubber seals.
WARNING: Ensure that all occupants are clear when the window mechanism is
operating.
Caution: Door Seal Damage - Reconnect the battery (see Battery Reconnect Switch
1-F-35) before opening the doors to avoid damage to the door seals.

B - Controls
1-B-19 Seat Heater Switches
Press to switch on the heater. Press the button a second
time to switch off the heater. The heater is thermostatically
controlled and maintains a constant seat temperature until
either the heater is switched off or the ignition is switched
off.
Boot Release Switch
Press to open the boot at any time when the alarm system
is switched off and the ignition is switched on.
Radio/Cassette/CD Player
The radio/cassette player is located beneath the console switch panel. The
CD changer is fitted in the boot (trunk). Manufacturers operating instructions
for the in-car entertainment system are included with this Owner's Guide.
Hazard Warning Lights
The hazard warning light switch is located beside the
radio cassette player. When pressed, the external indicator
lights and side repeater lights will flash in unison.
Press the switch again to turn off the hazard lights.
Caution: Observe local laws on the use of hazard lights

B - Controls
1-B-25 2. The boot may be opened from outside the car
using the ignition key when the alarm system is
switched off. Lift up the Aston Martin badge to
access the boot lock.
3. The boot may be opened by pressing the boot
release switch located on the center console at
any time when the alarm system is switched off
and the ignition is switched on.
4. The boot may be opened from inside by
pulling the luminous emergency release handle.
The handle will latch on the edge of its housing.
To retract the handle, pull, lift and release so that
it may withdraw into the housing.
Boot (Trunk) Closing
Close the boot gently and press down the lid until the lock engages.
Slamming of the boot lid may damage the lock mechanism or the boot seals.

C - Driving
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Fuel Filler Cap
The fuel filler cap is located on the
left side of the car, to the left of the
boot (trunk) lid. The filler flap is
unlocked automatically upon turning
off the alarm or upon operating the
central locking system by unlocking
either door lock with the ignition
key.
Lift the filler flap. Release the filler
cap by rotating a quarter turn
anticlockwise, then lift off the cap.
WARNINGS: Fuel vapour is highly flammable, toxic and explosive. Always switch
off the ignition before refuelling. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Do not inhale fuel
fumes.
Never carry additional fuel in portable containers. They may leak, explode or
cause a fire, whether full or partially empty.
If you handle fuel improperly, it can ignite or explode and cause injury. Do not
smoke or light a flame while refuelling. Do not use mobile phones at filling
stations.
Do not use the car if there is fuel leakage or a persistent smell of fuel.

E - Security Systems
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Contents
Security Systems ................................................................................. 1-E-2
System Operation - Basic Controls ......................................................1-E-3
The Passive Anti-Theft System (PATs)...................................................1-E-7
Alarm System - Operating Summary ...................................................1-E-9
Alarm Key Fob - Range and Battery Replacement ..............................1-E-10