2010 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE weight

Silencer Assembly (09.01)
Exhaust (09.00)9-1-8 Workshop Manual Issue 5, January 2010
9. Remove nut (x8) securing RH exhaust manifold to cylinder head (refer to Fig. 1).
10. Remove nut (x2) on RH engine mounting.
11. Raise engine by approximately 25mm.
12. Remove RH exhaust manifold from vehicle and discard
gasket.
13. Remove heatshield from manifold (bolts x4)
14. Remove nuts (x8) securing LH exhaust manifold to
cylinder head.
15. Remove exhaust manifold, remove and discard gasket.
Installation
1. Clean LH exhaust manifold and mating face on cylinder head. Install new manifold gasket.
2. Install LH exhaust manifold to cylinder head.
3. Install and torque tighten nuts (x8) securing exhaust manifold to cylinder head.
4. Clean exhaust manifold and mating face on engine. Install new gasket to engine.
5. Install heatshield to manifold (bolts x4)
6. Install RH exhaust mani fold to cylinder head.
7. Install nut (x8) securing manifold to cylinder head
(torque).
8. Lower engine.
9. Install nuts (x2) on engine mounts (torque).
10. Install (nuts x2) EGR pipe from manifold, clean mating face and fit new gasket (torque).
11. Install heatshield deflector, front floor (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.04.AA Heatshield -
Front Floor - Renew).
12. Tighten EGR pipe in valve (torque).
13. Install RH front wheel arch liner (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.GB Wheel Arch Liner - Front -
RH - Renew
14. Install LH wheel arch liner (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.FB Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH -
Renew).
15. Lower vehicle on ramp. 16. Connect vehicle battery.
Exhaust System (Excluding Manifold/
Downpipes)-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove undertrays - vehicle set (refer to Workshop
Manual procedure 01.02.PD Undertrays - Vehicle Set -
Renew).
3. Remove Allen bolts(x4), bumper diffuser to mounting brackets. Remove diffuser
4. Disconnect both by-pass valve vacuum lines.
5. Remove bolts (x4), securing LH and RH silencer rear
hanger brackets to body. Remove hanger brackets.
6. Remove bolts (x4), rear exha ust pipes to silencer. Collect
springs from bolts
7. Remove bolts (x4), silencer front mountings to subframe. Remove mountings from silencer.
8. Position suitable lifter to support weight of silencer. with assistance, remove silencer.
9. Mark rear stub pipes to si lencer for assembly purposes.
10. Loosen clamps (x2), rear stub pipes to silencer. Remove stub pipes and clamps.
11. Remove bolts (x4), remove rear subframe cross brace.
12. Loosen clamps (x2), release RH and LH rear pipes from centre pipe.
13. Remove rear pipes through subframe.
14. Loosen clamps (x2), centre pipe to LH and RH catalysts.
15. Coupe Only - Release centre pipe from mountings, LH
and RH catalysts, remove centre pipe.
16. Roadster Only - Remove centre exhaust mounting bolts
(x4).
17. Release LH and RH catal ysts, remove centre pipe.
18. Disconnect multiplugs (x4), from each catalyst.
19. Coupe Only - Secure sufficient lengths of string to
HEGO sensor multiplugs for assembly purposes.
Figure 1
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ItemCode
Exhaust System (Excluding Manifold/
Downpipes)-Renew 09.00.NB
WAR NI NG
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, I.E. SEVERE BURNS TO
THE SKIN, ALLOW EXHAUS T SYSTEM TO COOL
DOWN BEFORE REMOVING EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
WAR NI NG
GET THE AID OF ONE MORE PERSON WHEN YOU
REMOVE THE REAR EXHAUST SILENCER.
THE SILENCER IS HEAVY .
Attach lengths of string to th e HEGO sensor multiplugs. This
enables routing the HEGO sensor harness behind the exhaust heat shield on assembly.

Pipes and Supports (09.03)
Exhaust System (09.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 9-2-1
Exhaust System (09.00)
Pipes and Supports (09.03)
Specifications
Maintenance
RH/LH Catalyst and Pipe Assembly-
Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove rear exhaust silencer (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
3. Disconnect multiplugs (x2), HEGO sensors.
4. Release sensor lead from clip on heatshield.
5. Secure sufficient lengths of string to HEGO sensor multiplugs for assembly purposes.
6. Loosen LH and RH clamp nuts , catalysts to centre pipe.
7. Remove nuts (x3), catalyst to exhaust manifold.
8. With assistance, manoeuvre exhaust centre pipe assembly rearwards to release from catalysts.
9. With assistance, release and support weight of LH/RH catalyst from exhaust manifold.
10. Manoeuvre HEGO sensor le ads and remove cable tie.
Release HEGO sensor leads from behind heat shield.
Remove string from HEGO multiplugs.
11. Remove catalyst assembly.
12. Remove and discard gasket.
13. Remove HEGO sensors (x2) from catalyst.
Installation
1. Clean catalyst, mating joint faces and HEGO sensors.
2. Install and tighten HEGO sensors (x2) to catalyst. 3. Install new gasket to exhaust manifold flange.
4. With assistance, position cata
lyst, secure string (x2) to
HEGO multiplugs, feed sensor leads behind heat shield.
Install catalyst to exhaust manifold.
5. Install and torque tighten nuts (x3), catalyst to exhaust manifold.
6. Align centre pipe assembly to catalyst, torque tighten clamp nuts.
7. Remove string (x2), conne ct multiplugs (x2), HEGO
sensors.
8. Secure sensor lead in clip on heatshield.
9. Install rear exhaust silencer (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remo ve for Access and Refit).
10. Lower vehicle on ramp.
Exhaust Centre Pipe-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove pipe assembly exha ust rear - RH (refer to
Workshop Manual procedure 09.00. Pipe Assembly -
Exhaust - Rear - RH - Renew).
3. Remove pipe assembly exha ust rear - LH (refer to
Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.JB Pipe Assembly -
Exhaust - Rear - LH - Renew).
4. Loosen clamp nuts (x2), centre pipe to LH and RH catalysts.
5. Release centre pipe from mountings, LH and RH
catalysts, remove centre pipe.
6. Remove bolts (x3), heatshie ld to centre pipe, remove
heatshield.
7. Remove Torx screws (x4), mounting bracket to centre pipe, remove bracket.
Installation
1. Use a proprietary exhaust seal ant around all pipe joints
prior to installation of exhaust system.
2. Install mounting bracket to centre pipe, install and tighten Torx screws (x4).
3. Install heatshield to centre pipe, install and tighten bolts (x3).
4. Apply exhaust sealant to centre pipe joints.
Torque Figures
DescriptionNmlb. / ft.
Catalyst (nuts / bolts) 25.5-34.5 19-25.5
Catalyst (clamps) 19-22 14.5-16.5
Centre pipe to rear pipe (clamp) 39-51 29-38
Rear Pipe to Silencer (bolt) 28-33 21-24.5
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Attach lengths of string to th e HEGO sensor multiplugs. This
enables routing the HEGO se nsor harness behind the
exhaust heat shield on assembly.
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Pipes and Supports (09.03)
Exhaust System (09.00)9-2-4 Workshop Manual May 2007
5. Install heatshield deflector, front floor (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.04.AA Heatshield -
Front Floor - Renew).
Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove rear exhaust silencer (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
3. Disconnect sensor multiplugs (x2.
4. Release sensor leads from clips (x2) on heatshield.
5. Secure sufficient lengths of string to sensor multiplugs for assembly purposes.
6. Loosen rear LH and RH clamp nuts, catalysts to centre pipe.
7. Remove nuts (x3), catalyst to exhaust manifold.
8. With assistance, manoeuvre exhaust centre pipe assembly rearwards to release from catalysts.
9. With assistance, release and support weight of LH catalyst from exhaust manifold.
10. Manoeuvre sensor leads and remove cable tie. Release sensor leads from behind heat shield. Secure cable tie.
Remove string fr om multiplugs.
11. Remove catalyst assembly.
12. Remove and discard gasket.
13. Remove sensor from catalyst.
Installation
1. Clean catalyst mating joint faces.
2. Install and tighten sensor (x2) (torque).
3. Apply proprietary exhaust sealant around pipe joints.
4. Install new gasket to exhaust manifold flange.
5. With assistance, position catal yst, secure string (x2) to
multiplugs, feed sensor leads behind heat shield. Install
catalyst to exhaust manifold.
6. Install and torque tighten nuts (x3), catalyst to exhaust manifold. 7. Align centre pipe assembly to catalyst, torque tighten
clamp nuts.
8. Remove string (x2), connect multiplugs (x2), sensors.
9. Secure sensor leads in clips on heatshield.
10. Install rear exhaust silencer (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
11. Lower vehicle on ramp.
RH/LH Rear Exhaust Pipe Assembly-
Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove rear undertray.
3. Remove rear silencer assembly (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
4. Remove bolts (x4), cross brace.
5. Loosen clamp nut, release/remove rear intermediate pipe from centre pipe.
6. Remove rear intermediate pipe through subframe.
7. Remove bolts (x4), heat shields (x2).
8. Remove clamp nut, bolt and washers (x2) from rear intermediate pipe.
Installation
1. Clean rear intermediate pipe and mating faces on centre pipe.
2. Install clamp bolt, washers and nut.
3. Position heat shields (x2), install and torque bolts (x4).
4. Apply a proprietary exhaus t sealant to clamp joint.
5. Install rear intermediate pipe to centre pipe.
6. Align rear intermediate pipe to silencer.
7. Install rear silencer assembly (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve
Assembly - Remove for Access and Refit).
8. Torque tighten clamp nut.
9. Install cross brace, install and torque tighten bolts (x4).
10. Install rear undertray.
11. Lower vehicle on ramp.
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ItemCode
Rear Exhaust Pipe Assembly-Renew RH09.00.HB
Rear Exhaust Pipe Assembly-Renew LH09.00.JB
WAR NI NG
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, I.E. SEVERE BURNS TO
THE SKIN, ALLOW EXHAUS T SYSTEM TO COOL
DOWN BEFORE REMOVING EXHAUST SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

Air Conditioning (A/C) System (12.03)
Climate Control (12.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 12-3-5
wheel' and the excess pressure will be dissipated through the
expansion valve. When the pressure drops below 27.6 bar,
the safety valve will close again and the compressor will be
operative.
The terms ‘high’ and ‘low’ pressure (or side) refer to the
pressure differential between the compressor and expansion
valve ports. This differential is critical to system fault
diagnosis and efficiency checks.
The high side starts at the compressor and includes the
trinary switch, condenser, receiver drier and expansion
valve.
The low side starts at the expansion valve outlet and includes
the evaporator and all connectio ns back to the compressor.
The trinary switch (6) monitors system pressure between the
compressor and condenser. If the pressure rises above 30
bar or falls below 2 bar the compressor clutch is
de-energised to prevent damage to system components.
Specifications
Refrigerant and Lubricant
Capacities
Torque Figures
Refrigerant R-134a
Compressor Lubricant ND8
Refrigerant charge Weight 750g (26.5oz.)
Compressor Lubricant Sealed volume (approx.
quantity) 150 cc (pre-charged)
Nm.
AC unit Mounitng 20-25
Compressor Mounting 23-27
A/C pipes to condenser 8-10







Air Conditioning (A/C) System (12.03)
Climate Control (12.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 12-3-9
Maintenance
Assessment of the A/C system operating efficiency and fault
classification may be achieved by using the facilities on a
Recovery / Recycling / Recharging unit.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions implicitly and observe
all safety considerations.
Connections
Only use hoses with connectors which are dedicated to
HFC 134a charge ports.
Recovery
Read manufacture’s instructions and warnings before
completing any recovery / evacuating and charging
operations.
Warning
Under no circumstances should connections be made with the A/C system in operation or valves open. Should valves be open and a vacuum pump or
refrigerant container attached, an explosion could
occur as a result of high pressure refrigerant being forced back into the vacuum pump or container.
Warning
Handling liquid refrigerant is dangerous. A drop of
refrigerant on the skin can result in localized frostbite. When handling refrigerant, wear gloves and safety
goggles. If refrigerant sp lashes into the eyes,
immediately wash them with clean water and consult a doctor.
Caution
Do not attempt to adapt this unit for R-12 as an A/C
system failure will result. Recovery / Recycle /
Recharging equipment has sp ecial connections to avoid
cross contamination wi th R-12 systems.
The A/C unit’s overfill li mitation mechanism has been
calibrated specifically for use with the 50 lb. (23 Kg)
refillable refrigerant tank.
Run the A/C system for a few minutes before starting the
recovery procedure as this wil l enable more refrigerant to
be recovered. Turn the A/C system off before starting the
procedure.
Ensure the A/C system has pre ssure in it before beginning
the recovery process; if there is no system pressure there is
no refrigerant to recover.
Ensure that the oil drain valve is closed.
Caution
The Recovery / Recycling / Re charging unit relies on a
weighing mechanism to weight the quantity of oil
removed. Ensure that the Recovery / Recycle /
Recharging unit is not disturbed during the recovery procedure.

Air Conditioning (A/C) System (12.03)
Climate Control (12.00)
12-3-12 Workshop Manual May 2007
Leaks
Faults associated with low refrigerant charge weight and low pressure may be caused by leakage. Leaks traced to
mechanical connections may be caused by torque relaxation or joint face contamination. Evidence of oil around such
areas is an indicator of leakage.
Leak Detection
Fluorescent Tracer Dye - A fluorescent tracer dye is incorporated into th e refrigeration system and can be checked for
non-apparent leaks by scanning with a high intensity ultraviolet lamp. The location of leaks can be pinpointed by the bright
yellow glow of the tracer dye.
Automatic Refrigerant Leak Detector - (various manufacturers) Hand-held, portable, battery operated leak detector.
Place in and around A/C system to detect refrigerant leaks.
System Pressure Fault Classification
This table should be used in conjunction with the graphical representations of 'High side' pressure / ambient temperature
and 'Low side' pressure / evaporator temperature. Caution
Observe ALL safety precautions associ ated with ultraviolet equipment.
If erratic or unusual gauge movements occur, check the equipment against known Recovery / Recycling / Recharging unit
gauges.
Low side
gauge readingHigh side
gauge reading
Fault
Cause
Normal Normal Discharge air initially c ool then warms up Moisture in system
Normal to low Normal As above As above
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool Refrigerant charge low
Low Low Discharge air warm Refrigerant charge very low
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool or frost build up at expansion valve Expansion valve stuck closed
Low Low Discharge air slightly cool, sweating or frost after point of restriction Restriction in High side of system
High Low Compressor noisy Defective compressor reed valve
High High Discharge air warm and high side pipes hot Refrigerant charge high or inefficient
condenser cooling due to air flow blockage or
engine cooling fans not working
High High Discharge air warm
Sweating or frost at evaporator Expansion valve stuck open

Front Lights (17.01)
Lighting (17.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 17-1-3
2. Position headlamp unit.
3. Install 3 Bolts from headlamp to bracket.
4. Install intake air filter box (see Workshop Manual procedure 03.12.AB/03.12.BB Air Filter Box LH/RH
Renew).
5. Install road wheel.
6. Lower vehicle on ramp.
7. Connect vehicle battery
8. Check headlamp alignment (see Workshop Manual procedure 17.01.BC Headlamp Alignment - Adjust).
Headlamp Alignment-Adjust
1. Top up all fluids to correct level.
2. Ensure fuel tank is ‘FULL’.
3. Position 37.5 kg in each seat.
4. Remove the access panel from wheel arch liner.
5. Position beam setting equipment to vehicle.
6. Switch ignition to position 2 and back to 0 (to set headlights).
7. Check headlamp alignment.
8. Switch ignition to position 2 and back to 0 (to set headlights).
9. Check headlamp alignment.
10. Adjust headlights
11. Check headlamp alignment.
12. Remove beam setting equipment from vehicle.
13. Install the access panel to wheel arch liner.
14. Remove the 37.5 kg weights.
Front Side Repeater Lamp Assembly -
Remove and Install
Remove
1. Raise the vehicle and make it safe.
2. Remove the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the wheelarch liner at the middle of the wheelarch.
3. Move the wheelarch liner to get access to the repeater lamp assembly.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector for the side repeater lamp.
5. Turn the side repeater lamp assembly clockwise (When
you look from outside the wing) and pull the assembly
out of the wing.
Install
1. Install the side repeater lamp assembly into the wing . Turn the assembly counterclockwise to attach it. 2. Install the electrical connector to the side repeater lamp.
3. Put the wheelarch liner back into position.
4. Install the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the
wheelarch liner.
5. Lower the vehicle.
Front Side Repeater Bulb - Remove and
Install
Remove
1. Raise the vehicle and make it safe.
2. Remove the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the
wheelarch liner at the middle of the wheelarch.
3. Move the wheelarch liner to get access to the repeater lamp assembly.
4. Hold the side repeater body and turn the bulb holder assembly counterclockwise an d pull it out of the body.
5. Pull the bulb to release it from the bulb holder.
Install
1. Push the bulb into the bulb holder.
2. Align the bulb holder assembly with the side repeater body.
3. Push the bulb holder assemby into the side repeater body and turn it clockwise to lock it.
4. Put the wheelarch liner back into position.
5. Install the two M6 Torx head screws that attach the wheelarch liner.
6. Lower the vehicle.
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WARNING
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU IN STALL AND REMOVE THE
BULB. THE GLASS OF THE BULB CAN BREAK AND CAUSE INJURY.
WARNING
BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU IN STALL AND REMOVE THE
BULB. THE GLASS OF THE BULB CAN BREAK AND
CAUSE INJURY.

Wiring and Circuit Protection (18.01)
Electric Distribution/E lectronic Control (18.00)
18-1-22 Workshop Manual May 2007
Engine Wiring Harness-Renew
Removal
1. Remove engine (see Workshop Manual procedure
03.00.AC Engine Assembly - Remove for access and
refit).
2. Disconnect vacuum pipe and multiplug from EGR module (see Fig. 1).
3. Loosen and disconnect EGR pipe union (see Fig. 2). 4. Remove bolts (x2) securing EGR module to inlet
manifold, remove EGR valve, remove and discard gasket
(see Fig. 3).
5. Install engine lifting brackets, (303-749) to front of engine and (303-536) to rear of engine.
6. Connect suitable slings to engine lifting brackets.
7. Connect hoist to slings, raise hoist to take weight of engine.
8. Remove nuts (x2) securi ng engine hydramounts to
subframe.
9. Raise hoist and remove engine from subframe.
10. Lower engine onto work be nch, disconnect hoist from
slings, move hoist aside.
11. Remove nuts (X8), LH exhaust manifold to cylinder head, remove manifold (see Fig. 4).
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Warning
To prevent damage to electrical components, always disconnect the vehicle battery when working on the
vehicle's electrical system. Th e earth lead (- ve) must be
disconnected first and reconnected last.

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