2003 ASTON MARTIN DB AR1 Q bulb

B - Controls
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Steering Column Controls - Left Hand Stalk
The left column stalk controls the following functions:
Turn Signals
Move the stalk up to indicate a right turn, or down to indicate a left turn. The
stalk automatically returns to the centre position on completion of the
manoeuvre. The stalk may be moved partially up or down to bring on the
indicator lights to indicate a lane change. When released from the partially
up or down positions, the stalk is returned to the centre position by spring
pressure.
If an external indicator bulb fails, the remaining indicator lights on that side
of the car and the instrument panel warning light for that side will flash at
twice the normal rate when a turn to that side is indicated. If this situation
occurs, replace the defective bulb as soon as possible.

C - Driving
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Warning Light Indications at Ignition On
As the ignition is switched on, the DB AR1 electronic control units each
complete a self check to ensure correct operation. During these checks, the
warning lights on the instrument panel will illuminate as follows:
• Bulb Check - All warning lamps illuminate for about three seconds as a
bulb check. (The Sport and Transmission Fail lamps are not illuminated
on manual transmission vehicles).
• The Ignition and Oil Pressure warning lights illuminate until the engine
starts.
• The Check Engine light will illuminate during the engine management
self-check and will extinguish when the starter button is pressed.
• The Seat Belt warning light illuminates and a gong sounds for six seconds
if the driver's seat belt is not fastened. On fastening the seat belt, the gong
immediately ceases. The warning lamp extinguishes at the end of the six
second warning period.
• The ABS and Traction Control warning lights illuminate and extinguish
if the system self checks are satisfactory.
• The Brake warning light will illuminate and extinguish if the brake fluid
level is within specification.
• The SRS Airbag warning light will illuminate and extinguish if the SRS
Airbag control system check is satisfactory.
Only the handbrake (parking brake) warning light should stay on after the
engine has started and is running correctly. The handbrake warning light will
extinguish as the handbrake is fully released.
Note: Other Information lights may remain on (e.g. Main Beam Warning or Low
Screen Wash) dependant on the vehicle state and switch settings at the time.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Contents
Introduction........................................................................................ 1-F-2
Servicing Precautions ...........................................................................1-F-4
Fluid Level Checks ............................................................................... 1-F-6
Wheels and Tyres.............................................................................. 1-F-13
The Vehicle Toolkit ............................................................................ 1-F-18
Jacking and Wheel Changing............................................................. 1-F-22
Vehicle Recovery............................................................................... 1-F-26
Electrics .............................................................................................1-F-30
Fuse Boxes........................................................................................ 1-F-38
Bulb and Fuse Replacement ...............................................................1-F-42
Bodywork and Fittings....................................................................... 1-F-54
Vehicle Cleaning................................................................................ 1-F-54
Storing the Car - Recommendations ...................................................1-F-58

F - Owner Maintenance
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The Vehicle Toolkit
On vehicles fitted with a space-saver spare wheel , the tool kit is stored in
the spare wheel insert.
On vehicles without the spare wheel option the vehicle toolkit is stored in
a well within the boot floor and covered by a boot floor liner panel. The
standard toolkit consists of the following items:
• 2 Tyre Inflation Aerosols and Warning Labels
• 1 Tyre Pressure Gauge
• 1 Towing Eye
• 1 Pair of Pliers
• 1 Screwdriver
• 1 Pair of Gloves
• 1 Locking Wheelnut Socket (UK only)
• 1 Bulb and Fuse Kit
• 1 Allen Key
Lift up the boot floor to access the toolkit.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Bulb and Fuse Replacement
A kit of replacement bulbs, fuses etc. is supplied. Any item used from the kit
should be replaced at the earliest opportunity so that the full kit is always
available.
On vehicles fitted with the space-saver spare wheel the kit is stored in the
wheel insert.
On vehicles without the spare wheel the kit is stored in the insert under the
boot floor covering. The kit contents are market dependant and typically
include:
12V, 5W (Festoon) C5W Number Plate Light
12V, 5W (capless) W5W Side Lights/Side Repeater Lights
12V, 55W H1 Headlight Main and Dip Beam
Note: From August 2002 dip beam bulbs 12V, 55W H1 Philips Blue Vision for all
countries except North America.
12V, 55W H3 Headlight/Fog light (not USA)
12V, 3W W3W Side Markers LH/RH, Front
and Rear
Fuse Extractor Key
Note: Spare bayonet fuses are located in the toolkit

F - Owner Maintenance
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Headlight Main Beam Bulb Replacement
1. Lift the bonnet.
2. Turn the lamp rear cap anti-clockwise and release it.
3. Pull off the two electrical leads from the headlight bulb connectors.
4. Pinch the bulb retaining clip and release it.
5. Withdraw the headlight bulb, noting the bulb orientation.
6. Hold the new bulb in a clean cloth or paper towel. Orientate the new
bulb correctly in the headlight bulb holder and secure it with the spring
clip.
7. Connect the two electrical leads.
8. Refit and secure the lamp rear cover.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Headlight Dipped Beam Bulb Replacement
The dipped beam lights are accessed through panels in the wheel arch liners.
1. Turn the steering to the opposite lock to the defective light (i.e. full right
lock to access the left dipped beam light and vice versa).
2. Using a screwdriver from the tool kit, release the quarter turn fastener on
the access cover in the wheel arch liner and remove the cover.
3. Remove and replace the bulb following the instructions for the main
beam on the previous page.
4. Refit and secure the access cover.

F - Owner Maintenance
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Front Indicator Lights / Front Fog Lights / Front Parking Lights
1. Using the screwdriver from the tool kit, remove three screws and remove
the lamp assembly from the front apron.
2. If preparing to replace the front fog lamp (C), release the rubber seal from
the lamp housing.
3. Turn the appropriate bulb holder (Indicator - A, Parking Lamp - B, Fog
Lamp - C) a quarter turn anticlockwise and remove it.
4. Pull the defective bulb from the bulb holder and fit the replacement
bulb.
5. Refit the bulb holder to the lamp assembly and, if necessary, refit the
rubber seal to the fog lamp
6. Refit the lamp assembly to the car and secure with three screws.