2010 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE Workshop Manual

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5. Remove tensioner assembly (see Figure 2).
Figure 2
6. Remove bolts (x3) securing oil pressure pump to sump.
7. Release chain

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15. Disconnect multiplug from crankshaft timing sensor (see 
Figure 7).
Figure 7
16. Release harness clips (x6) from sump (see F

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20. Remove bolts (x2) securing inlet and outlet oil pipes to 
sump (see Figure 11).
Figure 11
21. Release both oil pipes toge t

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28. Remove bolts (x2) securing bearing cap to connecting 
rod, remove bearing cap (see Figure 15).
Figure 15
29. Install special

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12. Install piston ring clamp to piston, install piston assembly 
in its cylinder bore. Remo ve piston ring clamp (see 
Figure

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6. Correctly position ring gaps on piston prior to 
installation.
7. Remove connecting rod bearing cap.
8. Install bearings in c

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11. Remove and discard oil scavenge pump gasket (see 
Figure 4).
Figure 4
12. Remove oil pump(s) drive sprocket.
13. Disconnect

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16.Release harness clips (x6) from sump (see Figure 8).
Figure 8
17. Remove bolts (x4) securing LH and RH HEGO sensor 
multiplug