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DB AR1 Owner's Guide Contents
Introduction
Vehicle Provenance iii
Warnings, Cautions and Notes vi
General Information vii
Reporting Safety Defects (USA) x
Reporting Safety Defects (Other Markets) x
Regular Checks xi
Glossary of Terms xii
Section 1 - Owner's Guide
Before Driving 1-A-1
Controls 1-B-1
Driving 1-C-1
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning 1-D-1
Security System 1-E-1
Owner Maintenance 1-F-1
Specifications 1-G-1
Section 2 - Service Schedules & Service Records
Service Schedules 2-A-1
Service Records 2-B-1
Section 3 - Warranty and Emergency Service
Warranty 3-A-1
Aston Martin Emergency Service 3-B-1
Section 4 - Dealer Directory
Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd. Worldwide Dealer Directory 4-A-1
Section 5 - Index
Index 5-A-1

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General Information
DB AR1 Owner's Guide
This Owner's Guide forms part of the essential vehicle equipment for
homologation purposes and must remain with the vehicle at all times.
Important Safety Information
1. Always wear your seat belt.
2. Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
3. Always obey all speed and traffic laws and regulations. Never drive
faster than the posted speed limit or than conditions allow.
4. Be particularly careful driving on slippery or wet surfaces.
5. Your DB AR1 is a high performance car and has handling
characteristics that you may not be accustomed to. Familiarise
yourself with the car and always drive prudently, being aware of
your own limitations and the limitations of the vehicle. As with
other vehicles of this type, failure to operate the vehicle properly
can result in accident and injury.
6. Follow the maintenance schedule prescribed in this guide.
7. Never allow your DB AR1 to be driven by inexperienced drivers.
8. Never allow your DB AR1 to be worked on by unqualified individuals.
9. To be sure that you are receiving qualified technical assistance
using correct parts, have all service work performed by an Aston
Martin dealer.
10. Use snow tyres in winter conditions
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Maintenance and Servicing
Regular maintenance and servicing is the responsibility of the owner.
Regular routine maintenance helps to prevent unnecessary breakdowns
and inconvenience. Each vehicle is given a full Pre-Delivery Inspection to
ensure that all systems function correctly and that the vehicle meets its
specifications. Failure to carry out maintenance at the recommended
intervals could result in deterioration of vehicle performance and possible
infringement of regulations. Such lack of proper maintenance may also
adversely affect your warranty protection.
Your Aston Martin dealer will arrange for appointments on a distance or time
interval basis to ensure that all routine and corrective maintenance work is
undertaken and recorded in the 'Service Schedules and Service Records'
section of this Owner's Guide.
Location of Components
When reading component descriptions or when
following procedures in this Owner's Guide, the
following convention is adopted for locating items
within the vehicle.
All directions are described as viewed from the
driver's seat. Thus the fuel filler cap indicated on this
diagram will be described as "located at the rear left
side of the vehicle".
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F - Owner Maintenance
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Introduction
Owner Maintenance
Each item in the Service Schedules must be performed on time as failure to
do so may void the New Car Warranty or other warranties. It is the owner's
responsibility to see that the vehicle is maintained properly and in accordance
with the manufacturer's service schedules.
Due to the sophistication of the various systems and the specialised
equipment required to maintain the DB AR1, owner maintenance should
be restricted to the routine procedures given in this Owner's Guide. If you
think that the car is not functioning properly, please return it to an Aston
Martin Dealer to be checked professionally.
Electronic Fuel Injection
WARNING: Electronic Fuel Injection: If the fuel system is allowed to run dry
irreparable damage to the fuel pumps may occur.
The electronic fuel injection system requires special equipment and test
facilities to set up and maintain so that the car gives maximum performance
coupled with economy and reliability. You are, therefore, strongly advised
to entrust all service work to an Aston Martin dealer.
WARNING: Any modifications/additions to the fuel system not specifically
designed by Aston Martin are prohibited. If done, they may cause damage to the
fuel system which in some circumstances could result in fire. It is recommended
that all Service Field Actions are entrusted to an Aston Martin dealer.

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A - Service Schedules
Service Schedules
The following service schedules are recommended for DB AR1. The schedules may
be modified if necessary. Please consult your Aston Martin Dealer for details of any
service schedule updates.
Road Test Evaluation
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
x x x Pre-Maintenance Road Test Evaluation
Fluids Filters and Leaks Checks
1000mls 7500mls 15000mls
1500km 12000km 24000km
3 months 6 months 12 months
x x x Renew the engine oil
x x x Renew the engine oil filter
x x x Check for engine oil leaks
- - x Renew the air cleaner elements
x x x Check auto transmission for leaks
x x x Check man. gearbox for leaks.
Top-up if necessary
- - x Renew rear axle oil
x - - Check / top-up rear axle oil
- x - Check rear axle for leaks, top up if necessary
- - 30000 Renew engine coolant - check S.Gravity
x x x Check/top-up engine coolant
x x x Check cooling and heating systems for leaks
- - 60000 Renew fuel filters
x x x Check for fuel leaks
Every 2 years 30,000 miles Renew brake fluid
x x x Check / top-up brake fluid reservoir
x x x Check / top-up clutch fluid reservoir
x x x Check / top-up power steering reservoir
x x x Check power steering system for leaks
x x x Check brake hoses, pipes and unions for leaks
x x x Check suspension dampers for leaks
x x x Top-up windscreen washer reservoir
x x x Check exhaust system for leaks
x x x Check air conditioning system for leaks

A - Warranty
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Warranty Limitations
The benefit of the Warranty is subject to the following terms and condi-
tions:
1. No part shall be fitted other than the Company ’s approved parts.
2. Repairs or replacements due to fair wear and tear, misuse or negli-
gence are not covered by this Warranty.
3. The Aston Martin car shall not have been used, maintained, altered,
repaired or adjusted otherwise than in accordance with the instruc-
tions given in the proper technical publications, subject to accident
damage nor in a manner in which, in the opinion of the Company,
would prejudice the reliability of the Aston Martin motor car.
4. The Company ’s written maintenance schedule should have been car-
ried out at the intervals prescribed therein.
5. The Aston Martin motor car shall not have taken part in any road or
track racing events, reliability trials, hill-climbing or speed tests or
other competitions of a similar nature, and shall not have been used
for commercial service or hire except with the written consent of the
Company.
6. The Aston Martin motor car or parts shall not have been altered or
modified or the manufacturer’s identification number or mark been
changed or removed.
7. The Aston Martin motor car shall not at any time have been used for
the purpose of towing caravans, boats or trailers.
8. The part or assembly shall not have been fitted other than by the
Company or its Franchise Holders or Approved Repairers.

A - Warranty
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A Before Driving
The owner is responsible for the costs of maintenance service, seasonal
schedules and routine adjustments and all replacement parts and other
materials used in these schedules and adjustments.
The Warranty is issued to the first owner of the motor car and may be
transferred to subsequent owners by application to the Company’s War-
ranty Department, but the terms of Warranty in no way affects the rights
derived by the owner from his contract with the person selling the Com-
pany’s products.
The construction and legal effect of the Warranty shall be determined in
accordance with the Laws of England. All disputes arising out of the War-
ranty shall be referred to arbitration in London, England under the provi-
sions of Arbitration Act, 1950, or any statutory modification or re-
enactment thereof.
In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the terms and con-
ditions of the Warranty document and the terms and conditions described
in this Owner’s Guide, the terms and conditions of the Warranty docu-
ment shall prevail.