2010 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE engine oil

Contents
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 0-0-5
Introduction
Contents ................................................................. 0-3
Welcome................................................................ 0-0-6 Chapters ................................................................. 0-6Chapter Navigation ................................................ 0-6
Page Numbering ..................................................... 0-6
Systems Classification Coding ................................ 0-6
Special Tools.......................................................... 0-0-6 Location References................................................ 0-6
Warnings, Cautions and Notes .............................. 0-0-6 Repairs and Replacements ..................................... 0-6
Safety Precautions ................................................. 0-0-7 Battery Disconnection ............................................ 0-7
Air Conditioning (A/C) System ................................ 0-7
Chemical Handling and Storage ............................. 0-7
Electrical Equipment .............................................. 0-0-7 Exhaust Fumes ........................................................ 0-7
Fire Precautions ...................................................... 0-7
Tools and Equipment............................................. 0-0-8 Used Engine Oil...................................................... 0-8
Health protection precautions................................ 0-8
Environmental Protection ....................................... 0-8
Lifting and Jacking ................................................. 0-0-9 Safety ...................................................................... 0-9
Jacking Points ........................................................ 0-0-9
Lifting ..................................................................... 0-0-9 Workshop Hoist ..................................................... 0-9
Workshop Jack....................................................... 0-9
Stands .................................................................... 0-9
Vehicle Recovery.................................................. 0-0-10 General ................................................................. 0-10
Transporting ......................................................... 0-10Suspended Towing............................................... 0-10
Adhere to Towing Regulations.............................. 0-10
Towing by Another Vehicle .................................. 0-10
Vehicle Identification Number ............................ 0-0-11
VIN Number Location .......................................... 0-11
Engine Number..................................................... 0-12
Gearbox Number .................................................. 0-12

Safety Precautions
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 0-0-7
Safety Precautions
All service workshops are a source of potential danger and
repair work should only be performed by technically trained
staff following procedures detailed in this manual. A safety
conscious approach to the performance of all service
procedures must be observed at all times. Statutory
requirements governing all aspects of health and safety at
work including directives for the proper use of materials and
equipment must be implemented.
The following contains a list of particular safety precautions
which should be observed; it is not intended to be
exhaustive.
Battery Disconnection
When a service manual procedure requires the vehicle
battery to be disconnected - always physically disconnect
the vehicle battery earth (Negative) lead.
Do not use the ‘Battery Disconnect Switch’.
After reconnecting the vehicle battery the following items
will have to be reset or re-learnt:
•Radio pre-sets
•Windows
• DTCs will be lost
Air Conditioning (A/C) System
Do not break into the A/C refrigeration system until the
refrigerant has been evacuated using the procedure detailed
in this manual. Do not disconne ct any A/C refrigerant system
pipes unless trained and instructed to do so. The refrigerant
used can cause blindness if allowed to contact your eyes.
Chemical Handling and Storage
Chemicals used in the servicing of motor vehicles include
acids, adhesives, antifreeze, brake fluids, coolants, grease,
oil, paint, resin and solvents. Exposure to certain chemicals
through direct contact or inhalation can be fatal.
Potential hazards may also be present through the incorrect
use, storage and handling of chemicals causing a fire risk.
The following precaution s should be observed.
• Strictly adhere to handling and safety information found on containers and labels.
• Do not store chemicals in unlabelled or incorrectly labelled containers.
• Containers used for storing chemicals should not be left open; there is a risk of spilling , or evaporation of fumes
which may be inflammable or toxic.
• Do not mix chemicals unless instructed to do so following manufacturers guidelines.
• Do not inhale chemical materials to determine identity, they may be toxic.
• Do not use petrol, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or solvents for washing skin.
• Containers whose capacity is over 25 litres (5 gallons) require a bund wall in order to contain spillages. • Chemicals based on solvents such as paint should not be
sprayed in a confined space; work areas used for such
operations should be well ve ntilated and fume extraction
equipment should be utilised.
• Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided when volatile de-greasing agents are being used.
• Avoid splashing the skin, eyes and clothing .
• Clean chemicals from the skin and clothing as soon as
possible after soiling .
• Wear protective clothing such as goggles, non porous gloves and apron when handling battery acid and other
corrosive and toxic substances.
Electrical Equipment
• Ensure that electrical equipment is in safe working order before use.
• Inspect power leads of all mains electrical equipment for damage and security, and check that it is properly earthed.
• Ensure that electrical equipment is protected by a fuse of the correct current rating .
• Disconnect the battery before commencing repair operations to the electrical sy stem, fuel system and engine
or when working beneath the vehicle.
Exhaust Fumes
Engines should not be run in confined spaces as exhaust
fumes contain harmful and to xic substances including
carbon monoxide which can prove fatal if inhaled. Engines
must only be run where there is fume extraction equipment
in operation or where there is adequate ventilation.
Fire Precautions
• Ensure that a suitable form of fire extinguisher is conveniently located near the work area.
• Keep oils, solvents and combustible materials away from naked flames and other sources of ignition.
• Ensure that NO SMOKING signs are posted around areas where combustible materials and vapour may be present
and ensure that the warnings are strictly observed.
• Ensure that dry sand is availabl e to soak up any spillage of
fuel or other flammable solutions.
• Fume extraction equipment must be available and in full working order to remove combustible and toxic vapours.
• All personnel should be aware of the fire drill procedures and precautions. WAR NI NG
DO NOT SMOKE IN THE VICINITY OF VOLATILE DE- GREASING AGENTS.
WAR NI NG
FUME EXTRACTION EQUIPMENT MUST BE IN
OPERATION WHEN SOLVENTS ARE USED E.G. TRICHLOROETHANE, WHITE SPIRIT, SBP3,
METHYLENE CHLORIDE, PERCHLORETHYLENE.

Safety Precautions
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Tools and Equipment
• Do not leave tools, equipment, spilt oil, etc. around or on the work area.
• Ensure that tools and equipment used are in good condition; do not use damaged or defective tools or
equipment.
• Do not apply heat in an attempt to free stiff nuts or fittings; as well as causing damage to protective coatings, the stray
heat may damage electronic equipment, harnesses and
brake lines.
• Use the recommended service tool where instructed to do so.
Used Engine Oil
Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil will result
in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to
dryness, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used engine
oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin cancer. Adequate means of skin protection and
washing facilities should be provided.
Health protection precautions
• Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, particularly used engine oil.
• Wear protective clothing , including impervious gloves where practicable.
• Do not put oily rags in pockets.
• Avoid contaminating clothes with oil.
• Overalls must be cleaned regularly. Discard un-washable clothes and oil impregnated footwear.
• First aid treatment should be obtained immediately for open cuts or wounds.
• Use barrier creams, apply before each work period to help the removal of oil from the skin.
• Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed. Preparations containing lanolin replace the natural skin
oils which have been removed.
• Do not use petrol, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or solvents for washing skin.
• If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice.
• Where practicable, degrease components prior to handling .
• Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should
be worn. In addition, an ey e wash facility should be
provided.
Environmental Protection
It is illegal to pour used oil on the ground, down sewers or
drains, or into water courses. The burning of used engine oil
in small space heaters or boilers is not recommended unless
emission control equipment is in stalled; in case of doubt,
contact the Local Authority for ad vice on disposal facilities.

Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 3-0-1
Engine System (03.00)
Contents
Engine Assembly (03.00) ....................................... 3-0-3Description ............................................................. 0-3
Maintenance ........................................................... 0-4Engine Assembly-Renew ........................................ 0-4
Engine Assembly-Remove for Access and Refit ....... 0-4
Engine Structure (03.01) ........................................ 3-1-1 Description ............................................................. 1-1Engine Block .......................................................... 1-1
Cylinder Block Drain Plug ...................................... 1-2
Knock Sensors........................................................ 1-3
Bedplate ................................................................ 1-3
Engine Mountings .................................................. 1-3
Cylinder Heads ...................................................... 1-4
Inlet/Exhaust Manifolds .......................................... 1-4
Specifications.......................................................... 1-4
Maintenance ........................................................... 1-5 Upper Intake Manifold Assembly (LHD) - Renew ... 1-5
Upper Intake Manifold Asse mbly (RHD) - Renew ... 1-6
Upper Intake Manifold Assembly Gasket (LHD)
- Renew ................................................................. 1-8
Upper Intake Manifold Assembly Gasket (RHD)
- Renew ................................................................. 1-9
Intake Manifold Assembly - Remove for Access
and Refit (With Engine Removed)......................... 1-11
RH/LH Cylinder Head Gasket - Renew................. 1-12
RH/LH Cylinder Head - Overhaul ........................ 1-13
Cylinder Head (Engine Set) - Overhaul ................. 1-14
Valve Set (Engine Set) - Renew
(including de-coke) .............................................. 1-15
Inlet Valve (Set) - Renew ...................................... 1-16
Exhaust Valve (Set) - Renew ................................. 1-16
Spring (Valve Set) - Renew ................................... 1-17
Spring (Inlet Valve Set) - Renew ........................... 1-18
Inlet and Exhaust Valve Seal (Engine Set) - Renew 1-19
Spring (Valve Exhaust Set) - Renew....................... 1-19
RH/LH Cylinder Head Gasket - Renew (with
Engine Removed) ................................................. 1-20
Cylinder Head Gasket (E ngine Set) - Renew (with
Engine Removed) ................................................. 1-21
Lubrication System (03.02) .. .................................. 3-2-1
Dry Sump System .................................................. 2-1
Specifications.......................................................... 2-2 Engine Oil Specification ......................................... 2-2
Maintenance ........................................................... 2-2 Oil Pressure Pump to Sump Gasket - Renew .......... 2-2
Oil Pump Chain - Renew ....................................... 2-2
Oil Sump Pan - Renew........................................... 2-3
Oil Sump Pan - Remove and Reseal ....................... 2-5
Oil Cooler - Renew ................................................ 2-8
Oil Cooler Tank Assembly - Renew ........................ 2-9
Thermostat - Renew ............................................... 2-9
Oil Cooler Tank Pipe Assembly - Renew .............. 2-10
Oil Thermostat to Tank Tube Assembly - Renew .. 2-10
Oil Pump Inlet Tube Assemb ly - Renew ............... 2-11 Oil Pump Inlet Tube Assembly - Renew ............... 2-12
Oil Pump Outlet Tube Asse
mbly - Renew ............ 2-12
Oil Thermostat Cooler Pipe Assembly - Renew .... 2-13
Oil Temperature Controller - Renew .................... 2-14
Oil Sump Pan - Renew (with Engine Removed) .... 2-14
Oil Sump Pan - Remove and Reseal
(with Engine Removed) ........................................ 2-17
Cooling System (03.03) ......................................... 3-3-1 Description ............................................................. 3-1Water Pump .......................................................... 3-1
Thermostat ............................................................ 3-1
Radiator................................................................. 3-1
Cooling Fans .......................................................... 3-1
Coolant Reservoir .................................................. 3-1
Engine Oil Cooler .................................................. 3-2
Specifications......................................................... 3-2
Torque Figures ....................................................... 3-2
Maintenance ........................................................... 3-2 Coolant-Drain/Fill .................................................. 3-2
Thermostat - Renew............................................... 3-3
Water Pump - Renew ............................................ 3-3
Water Pump Pulley - Renew .................................. 3-3
Oil Temperature Controller - Renew ...................... 3-4
Radiator Fan and Motor Assembly - Remove and
Install ..................................................................... 3-4
Radiator and Condenser Assembly - Renew ........... 3-5
Radiator Assembly - Renew.................................... 3-5
Air Conditioning Condenser - Renew ..................... 3-6
Radiator Fan Modulator - Remove and Install......... 3-6
Expansion Tank Assembly - Renew ........................ 3-6
Coolant Recovery Tank Assembly - Remove and
Install ..................................................................... 3-7
Engine Coolant Reservoir Hose - Renew ................ 3-8
Water Inlet/Outlet Manifold - Renew ..................... 3-8
Engine Electric Coolant Temperature Sensor
- Renew ............................................................... 3-10
Thermostat Cover - Renew .................................. 3-11
Fuel Charging System (03.04)................................ 3-4-1 Safety Precautions .................................................. 4-1
Maintenance ........................................................... 4-2Fuel Rails - Renew ................................................. 4-2
Fuel Injection Pressure Sensor - Renew .................. 4-3
Fuel Temperature Sensor - Renew ......................... 4-3
Fuel Injector Engine Set - Renew............................ 4-4
Fuel Injector - Each - LH Bank - Renew.................. 4-5
Fuel Injector - Each - RH Bank - Renew ................. 4-5
Engine Set - Fuel Injector - LH Bank - Renew ......... 4-6
Engine Set - Fuel Injector - RH Bank - Renew......... 4-6
Accessory Drive System (03.05) ............................ 3-5-1 Description ............................................................. 5-1Auxiliary Drives...................................................... 5-1
Automatic Belt Tensioner ....................................... 5-1
Specifications ......................................................... 5-1
Maintenance ........................................................... 5-1

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Drive Belt-Renew ...................................................5-1
Engine Drive Belt and Bracket Assembly Oil Pump
Tensioner-Renew ...................................................5-1
Idler Pulley-Renew .................................................5-2
Engine Drive Belt Idler Assembly-Renew ................5-2
Engine Cranking System (03.06) ........................... 3-6-1 Maintenance ...........................................................6-1 Starter Motor-Renew ..............................................6-1
Ignition System (03.07) ......................................... 3-7-1 Maintenance ...........................................................7-1 Coil Assembly-Engine Set - LH-Renew ....................7-1
Emission Control (03.08) ...................................... 3-8-1 Maintenance ...........................................................8-1 Vacuum Outlet Hose Assemb ly-Renew ..................8-1
Secondary Air Injection Pump Tube-Renew............8-1
Vacuum System Reservoir and Bracket Assembly
- Renew .................................................................8-1
Oil Tank Breather Hose-Renew ..............................8-1
Air Cleaner to Rocker Cover Hose-Renew ..............8-1
Oil Separator Tube Assembly-Renew ......................8-1
Oil Separator Assembly-Renew...............................8-2
Emissions Separator Hose-Renew ...........................8-2
Secondary Air Injection Pump and Bracket
Assembly-Renew ....................................................8-2
PCV Valve Assembly-Renew ...................................8-2
Crank Vent Hose-Renew ........................................8-3
Exhaust Valve to Exhaust Manifold Tube Assembly
- Renew .................................................................8-3
Oil Separator to Inlet Manifold Hose- Renew .........8-3
EGR Module-Renew...............................................8-3
Valve Train (03.09)................................................ 3-9-1 Specifications ..........................................................9-1
Maintenance ...........................................................9-1 Left Side Timing Chain Arm Assembly - Remove
and Install ..............................................................9-1
Right Side Timing Chain Arm Assembly - Remove
and Install ..............................................................9-8
RH/LH Secondary Tensioner Assembly - Remove
and Install ............................................................9-14
Right and Left Intake Camshaft - Remove
and Install ............................................................9-15
Right and Left Exhaust Camshaft - Remove
and Install ............................................................9-17
RH/LH Secondary Timing Chain-Renew ...............9-18
RH/LH Secondary Tensioner Assembly-Renew
(with Engine Removed).........................................9-19
RH/LH Intake Camshaft Renew With Engine
Removed .............................................................9-20
RH/LH Exhaust Camshaft-Renew (with Engine
Removed) ............................................................9-22
RH/LH Secondary Timing Chain-Renew (with
Engine Removed) .................................................9-24
RH/LH Intake Camshaft Sprocket and Housing Assembly-
Renew......................................................................9-25 Left Side Primary Chain - Re move and Install).......9-26
RH/LH Intake Camshaft Sprocket and Housing
Assembly-Renew (with Engine Removed) .............9-29
Engine Sealing (03.10) ........................................ 3-10-1 Specifications ........................................................10-1 Maintenance ......................................................... 10-1
Engine Timing Cover - Renew .............................. 10-1
Left Side Cam Cover - Remove and Install ............ 10-4
Left Side Cam Cover Gasket - Renew ................... 10-5
Right Side Cam Cover Gasket - Renew ................. 10-6
Cylinder Head Gasket - Renew (Engine Set) ......... 10-6
Right Side Cam Cover - Remove and Install .......... 10-9
Cam Cover - Vehicle Set - Remove and Install .... 10-10
Engine Timing Cover- Renew (with Engine
Removed) .......................................................... 10-11
John Guest Cartridge in the Engine Timing Cover
- Repair .............................................................. 10-14
Power Conversion (03.11) ...................................3-11-1 Maintenance ......................................................... 11-1 Connecting Rod Bearing-Renew (Engine Set) ........ 11-1
Crankshaft Main Bearing-Renew (Engine Set)........ 11-1
Crankshaft Assembly-Renew................................. 11-4
Piston-Renew (Engine Set) .................................... 11-7
Piston-Renew ..................................................... 11-12
Additional Piston-Renew (E ach) .......................... 11-17
Piston Ring-Renew (Engine Set) .......................... 11-18
Piston Ring-One Piston Se t-Renew ..................... 11-23
Piston Ring Set-Additional -Renew (Each) ............ 11-28
Connecting Rod-Renew (Engin e Set) .................. 11-29
Crankshaft Damper Pulley Assembly-Renew ....... 11-34
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal-R enew ........................ 11-35
Rear Oil Crankshaft Seal-Renew ......................... 11-36
Cylinder Block-Renew........................................ 11-36
Crankshaft Damper Pulley Assembly-Renew
(with Engine Removed) ...................................... 11-37
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal-Renew (with
Engine Removed) ............................................... 11-37
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal-Renew (with
Engine Removed) ............................................... 11-38
Air Charging (03.12) .......... ..................................3-12-1
Maintenance ......................................................... 12-1 Clean Air Duct - Remove and Install ..................... 12-1
Engine Air Filter - Remove and Install ................... 12-1
Engine Air Cleaner Assembly - Remove
and Install ............................................................ 12-2
Evaporative Emissions (03.13 ) .............................3-13-1
Description ........................................................... 13-1 System Operation ................................................ 13-1
Engine Management System (03.14) ...................3-14-1 Maintenance ......................................................... 14-1 Right Engine Control Module - Renew.................. 14-1
LH Front Lower Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen
(HEGO) Sensor - Renew....................................... 14-1
LH Front Upper Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen
(HEGO) Sensor - Renew....................................... 14-1
RH Front Upper Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen
(HEGO) Sensor - Renew....................................... 14-2
RH Rear Lower Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen
(HEGO) Sensor - Renew....................................... 14-2
Left Side Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
(Coupe Only) - Remove and Install....................... 14-3
Left Side Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
(Roadster Only) - Remove and Install.................... 14-4

Engine Assembly (03.00)
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Engine (03.00)
Engine Assembly (03.00)
Description
The engine is an all aluminium 4.3 litre 90° V8 configuration. The cylinder heads have dual
overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder. An electronic engine management system
controls the sequential multi-port fuel injection and distributor-less ignition systems.
The engine uses the latest ‘fast-burn’ combustion technology. Heated oxygen sensors monitor the
oxygen content of exhaust gasses . The engine management system uses the oxygen sensor signals
together with other engine information to ‘fine tune ’ fuelling levels and ignition timing. This helps
to achieve the best possible fuel bur n with minimum exhaust emissions.
Inlet camshaft variable timing to impr ove engine performance and emissions.
Inlet manifold is design with tuned length runners to improve volumetric efficiency and
performance.
The engine is fitted with a dry sump to improv e oil pickup during high speed cornering.
The exhaust system has hydroforme d internals with a 4 into 2 into 1 design for improved engine
tuning and lower backpressure. Additional oxygen sensors are placed after the catalysts so that
long term catalyst efficiency can be monitored.
The engine runs on unleaded fuel only.

Engine Assembly (03.00)
Engine (03.00)
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25. Disconnect heater re turn hose (quickfit).
26. Disconnect expansion tank to engine (bleed) hose and body clips (x2).
Booster Hose Removal
27. Disconnect vacuum hose from booster.
P.A.S. Removal
28. Remove oil from reservoir (syringe).
29. Disconnect H.P. pipe from pump.
30. Remove PAS reservoir from bracket (bolt x1).
31. Remove hoses (x2) from PAS re servoir (refer to Figure 6).
32. Remove suction hose to body P-clip (bolt x1).
33. Remove pipes from steering rack (bolt x1).
Oil Tank Removal
34. Drain oil tank.
35. Disconnect breather hose from tank (quickfit) (refer to Figure 7). 36. Disconnect oil pipes from tank
(x3) (refer to Figure 8).
37. Remove oil tank (bolts x4) (refer to Figure 9).
38. Disconnect oil pipe from oil thermostat.
A/C Removal
39. Recover refrigerant (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 12.03.FA Refriger ant Gas - Recover/Recharge
- Renew).
40. Disconnect compressor clutch multiplug (access).
Figure 6
WA R N I N G
DO NOT GET USED ENGINE OIL ON YOUR SKIN. USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE HARMFUL.
Figure 7
$3#
$3#!
Figure 8
Figure 9
$3#
$3#

Engine Assembly (03.00)
Engine (03.00)
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9. Connect bottom hose (refer to Figure 22).
10. Connect expansion tank to engine hose.
11. Connect heater feed hose (quickfit) (refer to Figure 23).
12. Connect heater return hose (quickfit).
13. Connect expansion tank to engine (bleed) hose and body clips (x2).
14. Refill coolant (refer to Workshop Manual procedure 03.03.AD Coolant - Drain and Refill).
Booster Hose Install
15. Install vacuum hose to booster.
P.A.S. Install
16. Connect H.P. pipe to pump (renew O-ring).
17. Install PAS reservoir to bracket (bolt x1). 18. Install hoses (x2) to PAS reservoir (refer to Figure 24).
19. Install suction hose to body P-clip (bolt x1).
20. Install pipes to steering rack
(bolt x1) and fit new O-rings
(x2).
Oil Tank Install
21. Connect oil pipe from oil thermostat.
22. Install oil tank (bolts x4) (refer to Figure 25).
Figure 22
Figure 23
$3#
$3#
Figure 24
Figure 25
$3#
$3#