2010 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE transmission

Contents
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 0-0-3
V8 Vantage Workshop Manual
Contents
IntroductionWelcome .............................................................. 0-0-6
Safety Precautions ................................................. 0-0-7
Lifting and Jacking ................................................. 0-0-9
Vehicle Recovery ................................................ 0-0-10
Vehicle Identification Number ............................ 0-0-11
Body System (01.00) Body Structure (01.01) .......................................... 1-1-4
Front End System (01.02) ...................................... 1-2-1
Body Closures (01.03) ........................................... 1-3-1
Interior Trim (01.05) ............................................. 1-4-1
Exterior Trim (01.08) ............................................. 1-8-1
Mirrors (01.09) ...................................................... 1-9-1
Seating (01.10).................................................... 1-10-1
Glass, Frame and Mechanism (01.11) .................. 1-11-1
Instrument Panel (IP) (01.12) . .............................. 1-12-1
Handles and Lock Mechanisms (01.14) ............... 1-14-1
Wipers and Washer System (01.16)..................... 1-16-1
Convertible Roof and Roof Opening
Subsystem (01.17)................ ...............................1-17-1
Bumpers (01.19) ................................................. 1-19-1
Restraining Devices (01.20) .... ............................. 1-20-1
Frame and Mounting (02.00) Subframes (02.03) ................................................. 2-1-2
Engine System (03.00) Engine Assembly....................................................3-0-3
Engine Structure (03.01)........................................ 3-1-1
Lubrication System (03.02).................................... 3-2-1
Cooling System (03.03) ......................................... 3-3-1
Fuel Charging System (03.04) ................................ 3-4-1
Accessory Drive System (03.05)............................. 3-5-1
Engine Cranking System (03. 06) ............................ 3-6-1
Valve Train (03.09) ............................................... 3-9-1
Engine Sealing (03.10)......................................... 3-10-1
Power Conversion (03.11)................................... 3-11-1
Evaporative Emissions (03.13) ............................. 3-11-1
Engine Management System (0 3.14).................... 3-14-1
Throttle Control (03.16) ...... ................................ 3-16-1
Foot Operated Control (03.18)............................ 3-18-1
Suspension (04.00) Road Wheel Alignment (04.00) ............................. 4-0-2
Front Suspension (04.01)....................................... 4-1-1
Rear Suspension (04.02)........................................ 4-2-1
Shock Absorber System (04.03) ............................. 4-3-1
Road Wheels and Tyres (04.04) ............................ 4-4-1
Driveline (05.00) Driveshaft (05.01) ................................................. 5-1-2
Halfshafts (05.05) .................................................. 5-2-1 Brake System (06.00)
Front Disc Brake (06.03) ....................................... 6-3-2
Rear Disc Brakes (06.04) ....................................... 6-4-1
Hand Brake (06.05) .............................................. 6-5-1
Brake Actuation System (06.06 ) ............................ 6-6-1
Power Brake System (06.07) ................................. 6-7-1
Anti-lock Braking System (06.09)........................... 6-9-1
Transmission (07.00) Transmission Cooling (07.02) ................................ 7-0-2
Manual Transmission (07.03) ................................ 7-3-1
Automatic Control System (07.05)......................... 7-5-1
Manual Control System (07.06) ............................. 7-6-1
Automatic Shifting Subsytem (07.11) .................. 7-11-1
Clutch (08.00) Clutch Controls (08.02) ......................................... 8-1-2
Exhaust (09.00) Exhaust Overview ................................................. 9-1-2
Silencer Assembly (09.01) ..................................... 9-1-3
Pipes and Supports (09.03) ................................... 9-2-1
Exhaust Protection (09.04) .................................... 9-3-1
Fuel (10.00) Fuel Tank and Lines (10.01) ................................ 10-1-2
Steering (11.00) Steering Gear (11.01) .......................................... 11-1-2
Power Steering (11.02)........................................ 11-2-1
Steering Column (11.04) ..................................... 11-4-1
Steering Column Switches (1 1.05) ....................... 11-5-1
Steering Wheel (11.06) ....................................... 11-6-1
Climate Control (12.00) Body Ventilation system (12.01) .......................... 12-1-2
Heater System (12.02) ........................................ 12-2-1
Air Conditioning (A/C) System (12.03) ................. 12-3-1
Information, Gauge and Warning (13.00) Instrument Cluster (13.01) .................................. 13-1-2
Power Supply (14.00) Battery System (14.01) ........................................ 14-1-2
Alternator and Regulator System (14.02) ............. 14-2-1
Vehicle Entertainment (15.00) Audio System (15.01)................................ ..........15-1-2
Antenna (15.02).................................................. 15-2-1
Vacuum Distribution (16.00) Body Vacuum System (16.01) ............................. 16-1-2
Lighting (17.00) Front Lights (17.01) ............................................. 17-1-2
Interior Lighting (17.02) ...................................... 17-2-1
Rear Lights (17.03) .............................................. 17-3-1
Lighting Mechanisms (17.04). .............................. 17-4-1

Welcome
0-0-6 Workshop Manual Issue 5, January 2010
Welcome
This Workshop Manual is part of a suite of technical manuals
provided for V8 Vantage. Other technical manuals include:
• Parts manual
• OBDII Diagnostic manual
• Man hour schedules
Chapters
Each chapter in this workshop manual is associated with a 4
digit number, i.e. Transmission (07.00). Each chapter is then
further broken into sections, i.e. Automatic Transmission
(07.01).
Chapter Navigation
Example 1:
Older workshop manuals would have Steering and
Suspension together in one chapter. The structure now used
places Steering and Suspension into their own chapters.
When required references are made out to other chapters.
Page Numbering
The page numbering system used within this workshop
manual is as follows:
Systems Classification Coding
Alongside the ‘System’ and ‘Sub system’ section titles appear
codes. For example Exhaust ‘ 09.00’ or Power Steering
‘ 11.02 ’. These codes relate to a Corporate Product Systems
Classification (CPSC) and are designed to segregate the parts
for engineering release and organise a variety of engineering
data.
Special Tools
Where special service tools are required to perform an
operation, the tool number is recorded at the point of use
within the procedure. Where the operation of a special
service tool is complicated or not obvious, refer to Appendix
and Glossary for detailed operation procedures. A pictorial
list of special service tools available for this vehicle can also
be found in Appendix and Glossary.
Location References
References to left, right, front or rear of the vehicle or of a
component are referenced from sitting in the drivers seat
facing forward. Any such refe rences to assemblies removed
from the vehicle are to the normal orientation of the
assembly when installed in the vehicle.
The following Warnings, Cautions and Notes are used within
this Owner’s Guide to call your attention to specific types of
information.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Warnings
Cautions
Notes
Repairs and Replacements
Where replacement parts are required, it is essential that
only genuine Aston Martin parts are used. Your attention is
drawn to the following points concerning repairs and the
fitting of genuine Aston Martin parts and accessories:
• Safety features embodied in the vehicle may be impaired if other than genuine Aston Martin parts are installed. In
certain territories, legislation prohibits the fitting of parts
which are not produced to the manufacturers
specification
• Adhere to torque wrench settings given in this manual
• Locking devices, where specified, must be installed. If the efficiency of a locking device is impaired during removal,
it must be renewed
• The vehicle warranty may be invalidated by the installation of other than genuine Aston Martin parts
3- 2- 5
System, i.e. Engine system
Subsystem, i.e. Engine lubrication system
Page Number, i.e. Number within subsystem
WAR NI NG
IDENTIFIES PROCEDURES WHICH MUST BE
FOLLOWED PRECISELY TO HELP AVOID THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Caution
Provided to indicate procedur es which must be followed
precisely to reduce the possibility of damage to the vehicle.
Provided to indicate procedur es which will help to avoid
difficulties in the oper ation of the vehicle.

Vehicle Identification Number
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Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17 character number which uniquely identifies the vehicle and gives
fundamental data on the build site, date and initial configuration of the vehicle.
VIN Number Location
The VIN number is shown on two labels in the vehicle:
1 Under the lower edge of the windscreen.
2 Front of the engine bay. • The VIN number is also stamped into the floorpan in
the right-hand front footwell (under the carpet through
the foam slot).
S CFBC3A45GC00001
Code for AML
Restraint System
Transmission and Steering
Body Type
Engine Type
Calculated Check Digit
Model Year
Manufacturing Plant
Series Identifier
Sequential Chassis Number

May 2007 Workshop Manual 2-1-1
Frame and Mounting (02.00)
Contents
Subframes (02.03) ................................................. 2-1-2Specifications.......................................................... 1-2
Maintenance ........................................................... 1-2 Front Subframe-Renew .......................................... 1-2
Front Subframe-Remove/Refit ................................ 1-4
Rear Subframe-Renew ........................................... 1-6
Rear Subframe-Remove/Refit ................................. 1-7
RH/LH Transmission Rear Hydromount
Isolator Assembly-Renew ....................................... 1-8
RH/LH Engine Bracket-Renew................................ 1-9
Engine Hydromount Isolator Assembly-Renew ..... 1-10

Subframes (02.03)
Frame and Mounting (02.00)
2-1-8 Workshop Manual May 2007
8. Remove bolts (x2), remove both spring/damper assemblies.
9. Remove nuts (x2), anti-roll bar links to lower suspension
arms.
10. Remove bolts (x4). anti-roll bar to subframe. Remove anti-roll bar.
11. Disconnect ABS sensor mult iplugs (x2), release sensor
harness clips (x4) from both toe control arms.
12. Disconnect brake pad wear sensor multiplugs (x2). Release connectors (x2) from subframe.
13. Loosen and disconnect brake pipe unions (x2) from subframe brackets. Pl ug pipe connections.
14. Disconnect multiplug fr om ride height sensor.
15. Remove nut/bolt securing ride height sensor link to
upper suspension arm.
16. Remove bolts (x2), ride height sensor to subframe. Remove sensor.
17. Remove nuts/bolts (x2) and cam washers (x2), toe control arms to subframe.
18. Remove bolts (x2), nuts/bolts (x2) and cam washers (x2),
securing lower suspension arms to subframe
19. Remove nuts/bolts (x4), upper suspension arms to subframe.
20. With assistance, remove suspension assemblies from subframe.
21. Remove heatshield clips (x2) from rear of subframe.
22. Release clips (x23), ha rness to subframe, remove
harness.
23. Release brake pipes from cl ips (x7), remove pipes (x2).
24. Remove brake pipe clips (x5) from subframe.
Installation
1. Clean suspension components and brake pipes.
2. Instal brake pipe clips (x5) in subframe.
3. Install brake pipes (x2) in clips (x7).
4. Install harness and secure with clips (x23).
5. Install heatshield clips (x2).
6. With assistance, install suspension assemblies in subframe.
7. Install bolts/nuts (x4), upper suspension arm to subframe. Do not torque tighten at this stage.
8. Install bolts (x2), bolts/nuts (x2) and cam washers (x2) securing lower suspension arm to subframe. Do not
torque tighten at this stage.
9. Position toe control arm, install bolts (x2, cam washers (x2 and nuts (x2). Do not torque tighten at this stage.
10. Install ride height sensor, in stall and torque tighten bolts
(x2).
11. Align ride height sensor li nk to upper suspension arm,
install bolt/nut, tighten to correct torque.
12. Connect multiplug to ride height sensor. 13. Remove pipe plugs, install and torque tighten brake
pipe unions.
14. Connect brake pad wear sensor multiplugs, install in subframe brackets.
15. Connect ABS sensor multiplugs (x2), install harness clips (x4), in toe control arms.
16. Install anti-roll bar, install bolts (x4). Do not torque tighten at this stage.
17. Align anti-roll bar links to lower suspension arms. Install nuts (x2), do not torque tighten at this stage.
18. Install spring/damper assemblies (x2). Install bolts (x2), do not torque tighten at this stage
19. With assistance, install transaxle in subframe. Install and torque tighten hydramount nuts (x2).
20. Lower hoist, remove slings.
21. Align driveshafts to transaxle flanges, install plates (x6), new Allen bolts (x12) and tighten to correct torque.
22. Install rear subframe asse mbly (see Workshop Manual
procedure 02.01.CA Subframe Assembly - Rear -
Remove for Access and Refit).
23. Connect vehicle battery.
24. 4 wheel alignment check/adjust (see Workshop Manual procedure 04.00.AD 4 Wheel Alignment - Check and
Adjust).
25. Final torque tighten all suspension nuts/bolts.
RH/LH Transmission Rear Hydromount
Isolator Assembly-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove rear exhaust silenc er (see Workshop Manual
procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
3. Remove bolts (x4) from subframe cross brace.
4. Loosen clamp nut and release rear exhaust pipe from centre pipe.
5. Remove rear exhaust pipe through subframe.
6. Position hydraulic lift er to support transaxle.
Caution
Always plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of dirt.
New Allen bolts should have a thread lock coating.
Caution
Final tightening of suspension components must be
carried out with the suspensi on arms at normal ride
height.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Transmission Rear Hydromount
Isolator Assembly-Renew RH
02.03.BC
Transmission Rear Hydromount
Isolator Assembly-Renew LH
02.03.BD
Warning
To avoid personal injury, i.e. severe burns to the skin, allow exhaust system to cool down before removing
exhaust system components.

Engine Assembly (03.00)
Engine (03.00)
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Maintenance
Engine Assembly-Renew
Removal
1. Remove engine (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.00.AC Engine Assembly - Remove for Access and
Refit).
2. Remove torque tube (bolts x16 and heatsheild bracket).
3. Install engine lifting brackets.
4. Remove engine from subframe (nuts x2) using suitable lifting equipment.
5. Remove engine lifting brack ets (refer to Figure 1).
Installation
1. Install engine lifting brackets to new engine.
2. Install engine to subframe (nuts x2) using suitable lifting
equipment.
3. Remove engine lifting brack ets (refer to Figure 2).4. Install torque tube (bolts x16 and heatsheild bracket).
5. Install engine (refer to Workshop Manual procedure
03.00.AC Engine Assembly - Remove for Access and
Refit).
Engine Assembly-Remove for Access and
Refit
Removal
1. Remove transmission (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 07.03.AA Transaxle Assembly - Manual -
Remove for Access and Refit).
2. Disconnect battery.
3. Raise vehicle on ramp.
4. Depressurise fuel rail (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 10.01.EK Fuel System - Depressurise).
5. Strap vehicle to ramp (front).
Throttle Duct Removal
6. Disconnect breather pipe qu ickfits (x2) from air cleaner
duct (refer to Figure 1).
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
$3#
$3#
Figure 2
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
$3#

Engine Assembly (03.00)
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60. Disconnect multiplugs (x4) from inside of vehicle RH side of I.P. (refer to Figure 19).
61. Release grommet from body, feed harness from inside of vehicle.
62. Release harness from clips (x11) and position over engine.
Purge Removal
63. Remove bottom screws (x2) and loosen top screw of washer bottle.
64. Disconnect purge pipe from purge valve (move washer
bottle aside).
65. Release pipe from support clips (x2) and move pipe over engine.
Fuel Pipe Removal
66. Remove fuel hose from rail (clip x1).
Clutch Pipe Removal
67. Remove clutch metal pipe from flexible.
68. Remove flexible hose grommet from support bracket.
Subframe/Engine Removal
69. Remove undertray.
70. Mark subframe position.
71. Remove harness clips (x2).
72. Remove load level sensor from subframe (nut and bolt).
73. Support torque tube with transmission jack.
74. Position trolley, support subframe, remove bolts (x12)
raise vehicle.
75. Ensure A/C HP pipe is clear of engine as body is raised.
Installation
Install Subframe/Engine
1. Ensure A/C HP pipe is co rrect position as body is
lowered. 2. Install subframe to body (refer to Figure 20).
3. Remove transmission jack.
4. Install harness clips (x2).
5. Install load level sensor.
6. Install undertray.
7. Lower ramp.
Cooling Install
8. Connect top hose and clip to body (refer to Figure 21).
Figure 19
$3#
Figure 20
Figure 21
$3#
$3#

Engine Assembly (03.00)
Engine (03.00)
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49. Connect multiplugs (x3) RH side of engine bay (refer to Figure 40).
Purge Install
50. Connect purge pipe to purge valve.
51. Install bottom screws (x2) and tighten top screw of washer bottle.
52. Move pipe into position and install pipe to support clips (x2).
Fuel Install
53. Install fuel hose to rail (clip x1).
Clutch Pipe Install
54. Install clutch metal pipe from flexible.
55. Install flexible hose grommet to support bracket.
56. Bleed clutch.
Suspension Install
57. Install front springs and dampers. (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 04.03.AA Spring and Damper
Assembly - Front Pair - Renew).
58. Install RH wheel arch liner (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.GB Wheel Arch Liner - Front - RH -
Renew
59. Install LH wheel arch liner (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.FB Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH -
Renew).
60. Install bottom arms (nut and bolt x4) with uprights and top arm.
61. Install level sens or link to bottom arm (nut x1).
62. Connect level sensor multiplug.
63. Connect track rod ends (nut x2).
64. Install anti-roll bar to links (nuts x2).
65. Install brake discs.
66. Install brake callipers.
67. Install road wheel/s Throttle Duct Install
68. Connect breather pipe quic
kfits (x2) from air cleaner
duct (refer to Figure 41).
69. Install throttle body duct (refer to Figure 42).
General Install
70. Remove strap - vehicle to ramp (front).
71. Lower vehicle on ramp.
72. Connect vehicle battery.
73. Top-up PAS fluid.
74. 4 wheel alignment check/adjust (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 04.00.AD 4 Wheel Alignment -
Check and Adjust).
75. Install transmission (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 07.03.AA Transaxle Assembly - Manual -
Remove for Access and Refit).
76. Use handbook procedure to check oil level.
Figure 40
$3#
Figure 41
Figure 42
$3#
$3#