2010 ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE handbrake

Lifting and Jacking
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 0-0-9
Lifting and Jacking
Safety
•Recommended procedures for lifting, jacking and
towing must be strictly ob served to ensure personal
safety.
• Always use a vehicle hoist, ramp or pit for working
beneath the vehicle in preference to jacking.
• Never rely on a jack to supp ort a car independently, use
axle stands or blocks carefu lly placed at jacking points
to provide rigid support.
• When working beneath a vehicle, chock wheels as well
as applying handbrake.
• Ensure vehicle is standing on firm, level ground before
jacking or lifting.
• Check lifting equipment has adequate capacity for load
being lifted and is in full working order.
Jacking Points
This vehicle jacking points are at positions shown.
May also be jacked on the front subframe front crossmember
Always use a jack with a rubber contact pad. Avoid use of
jacks with sharp contact pads which would damage floor
pan Always chock the opposite road wheels as well as
applying the handbrake when using a hydraulic jack.
To prevent body distortion, av oid single point or one side
jacking with the tunnel shear panel removed.
Lifting
Workshop Hoist
Use of a workshop hoist is recommended for all operations
where vehicles must be raised. Follow manufacturers
instructions. If using an adjustable arm type, ensure lifting
pads are correctly positioned at the four jacking points
before lifting.
Workshop Jack
To avoid any danger of bodywork damage when using a
hydraulic jack, the vehicle must only be lifted at the jacking
points.
Stands
When carrying out work (other than a wheel change) which
requires a wheel to be raised, a stand must be used, located
at the jacking point, to provide a secure support for the
vehicle.
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Vehicle Recovery
0-0-10 Workshop Manual Issue 5, January 2010
Vehicle Recovery
General
Preferred method of vehicle recovery is by flat bed
transporter.
The towing eye is primarily for emergency use when towing
for short distances, e.g. removing vehicle if it is causing an
obstruction or winching vehicl e onto a flatbed transporter.
If moving this vehicle in such a situation, install the towing
eye to the bracket in the lower grille aperture.
Transporting
If vehicle is to be transported on a trailer or flat bed
transporter the handbrake must be applied and the road
wheels must be chocked.
Suspended Towing
Take care when using 'spectacle frame' type towing
equipment that the towing device is well clear of front or
rear apron. Body damage may occur if vehicle passes over
uneven road surfaces.
Front Suspended Tow
1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition.
2. Raise the vehicle using a ‘spectacle frame’ type lifting device with a cradle positioned under each front wheel
as indicated below.
Rear Suspended Tow
1. Set the steering in the ‘straight ahead’ position.
Remove the ignition key from the ignition. Ensure the
steering is locked in the straight ahead position.
2. Raise the vehicle using a 'spectacle frame' style lifting device where a cradle is positioned under each rear
wheel as indicated below.
Adhere to Towing Regulations
In certain countries the regi stration number of towing
vehicle and an ‘ON TOW’ sign or warning triangle must be
displayed in a prominent position at the rear of vehicle being
towed.
To w i n g b y A n o t h e r V e h i c l e
This vehicle may be towed short distances by another
vehicle provided that a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) is not
exceeded. Ensure the towed vehicle gear selection is in
‘Neutral’ with ignition key turned to position ‘II’ to release
steering lock and to render hor n, indicators and brake lights
operational.
Caution
Take care to protect the paint work when installing the towing eye. Ensure the towing eye is tight.
Caution
Do not tow with ‘sling’ type equipment as this
could result in damage to the bodywork.
WAR NI NG
WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING, THE STEERING WILL NO LONGER BE POWER-ASSISTED AND THE
BRAKE BOOSTER WILL BECOME INEFFECTIVE AFTER A FEW APPLICATIONS OF TH E BRAKES. BE PREPARED
FOR RELATIVELY HEAVY STEERING AND THE NEED
FOR GREATLY INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE.

Interior Trim (01.05)
Body System (01.00)
Issue 5, January 2010 Workshop Manual 1-4-11
8. Release fir tree clip securing quarter trim to body (see
Figure 5).
9. Release quarter trim from heal board and remove quarter trim (see Figure 6).
10. Remove nut (x2) securing lower panel to quarter panel.
Removal
1. Install nut (x2) securing lower panel to quarter panel.
2. Install quarter trim and secure under heal board.
3. Install fir tree clip securing quarter trim to body.
4. Install nuts (x2) securing panel quarter trim to body side
trim.
5. Install bolt securing body si de trim to quarter panel via
B-post roof aperture.
6. Install screw (x1) securing bottom centre of quarter trim.
7. Install screw (x1) securing quarter trim to body (under
speaker grille) 8. Remove Speaker grille (see Workshop Manual
procedure 01.05.CN/01.05.CP Grille - Speaker Rear
Quarter - RH/LH - Renew).
9. Remove Panel centre (see Workshop Manual procedure
01.05.FS/01.05.FR Panel Assembly - Centre - Rear
Bulkhead - RH/LH - Renew).
10. Install Wind deflector (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.17.DA Wind Deflector - Renew).
Side Carpet Kit (RHD) - Renew
Removal
1. Remove handbrake gaiter (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.DK Gaiter - Handbrake - Renew).
2. Remove passenger seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AA Seat Assembly - Front - RH -
Remove for Access and Refit
3. Remove drivers seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AB Seat Assembly - Front - LH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
4. Remove LH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.CM Panel Assembly - Quarter
- LH - Remove for Access and Refit).
5. Remove RH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.CL Panel Assembly - Quarter -
RH - Remove for Access and Refit).
6. Pull back RH front centre carpet for access (press stud x1).
7. Remove LH rear centre (pre ss stud x2) and seat runner
carpets for access.
8. Remove RH sill carpet, pull from around, handbrake
lever and A-post trim.
9. Remove LH tunnel carpet, pull from under centre console and footrest.
10. Pull back LH front centre carpet for access.
11. Remove RH rear centre (pre ss stud x2) and seat runner
carpets for access.
12. Remove LH sill carpet, pull from around A-post trim.
13. Remove RH tunnel carpet, pull from under centre console.
Installation
1. Install RH sill carpet around handbrake lever and A-post trim.
2. Install LH tunnel carpet, push under centre console and footrest.
3. Install RH front centre carp et (ensure good fit around
pedals).
4. Install LH rear centre (ensure end tucked into sub woofer) and seat runner carpets.
5. Install LH sill carpet, ensure fit around A-post trim.
6. Install RH tunnel carpet, push under centre console.
Figure 5
Figure 6
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Interior Trim (01.05)
Body System (01.00)1-4-12 Workshop Manual Issue 5, January 2010
7. Install LH front centre carpet.
8. Install RH rear centre (e nsure end tucked into heel
board) and seat runner carpets.
9. Install LH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.CM Panel Assembly - Quarter
- LH - Remove for Access and Refit).
10. Install RH quarter pane l assembly (see Workshop
Manual procedure 01.05.CL Panel Assembly - Quarter -
RH - Remove for Access and Refit).
11. Install passenger seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AA Seat Assembly - Front - RH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
12. Install drivers seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AB Seat Assembly - Front - LH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
13. Install handbrake gaiter (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.DK Gaiter - Handbrake - Renew).
Side Carpet Kit (LHD) - Renew
Removal
1. Remove handbrake gaiter (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.DK Gaiter - Handbrake - Renew).
2. Remove passenger seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AA Seat Assembly - Front - RH -
Remove for Access and Refit).
3. Remove drivers seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AB Seat Assembly - Front - LH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
4. Remove LH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.CM Panel Assembly - Quarter
- LH - Remove for Access and Refit).
5. Remove RH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.CL Panel Assembly - Quarter -
RH - Remove for Access and Refit).
6. Pull back LH front centre ca rpet for access (press stud
x1) (see Figure 1). 7. Remove LH rear centre (press stud x2) and seat runner
carpets for access (see Figure 2).
8. Remove scuff plate (screws x4).
9. Remove LH sill carpet, pull from around footrest, handbrake lever and A-post trim (see Figure 3).
10. Remove LH tunnel carpet, pull from under centre console.
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Interior Trim (01.05)
Body System (01.00)
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11. Pull back RH front centre carpet for access (see Figure
4).
12. Remove RH rear centre (pre ss stud x2) and seat runner
carpets for access (see Figure 5).
13. Remove RH sill carpet, pull from around A-post trim
(see Figure 6). 14. Remove RH tunnel carpet, pull from under centre
console (see Figure 7).
Installation
1. Install LH sill carpet around footrest, handbrake lever and A-post trim.
2. Install LH tunnel carpet, push under centre console.
3. Install scuff plate (screws x4).
4. Install LH front centre carpet (ensure good fit around pedals).
5. Install LH rear centre (ensure end tucked into sub woofer) and seat runner carpets.
6. Install RH sill carpet, ensu re fit around A-post trim.
7. Install RH tunnel carpet, push under centre console.
8. Install RH front centre carpet.
9. Install RH rear centre (ensure end tucked into heel board) and seat runner carpets.
10. Install LH quarter pane l assembly (see Workshop
Manual procedure 01.05.CM Panel Assembly - Quarter
- LH - Remove for Access and Refit).
11. Install RH quarter panel assembly (see Workshop
Manual procedure 01.05.CL Panel Assembly - Quarter -
RH - Remove for Access and Refit).
12. Install passenger seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AA Seat Assembly - Front - RH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
13. Install drivers seat (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.10.AB Seat Assembly - Front - LH - Remove for
Access and Refit).
14. Install handbrake gaiter (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.05.DK Gaiter - Handbrake - Renew).
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Figure 5
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Subframes (02.03)
Frame and Mounting (02.00)
May 2007 Workshop Manual 2-1-7
15. Use tool (206-103) and release each handbrake cable from mounting brackets, re lease inner cable eyelets
from calliper levers.
16. Remove bolts (x2) and nuts (x2), handbrake cables to subframe.
17. Use tool (206-103) and release handbrake cables from subframe brackets.
18. Release handbrake cable from clip, tie handbrake cable aside.
19. Loosen and disconnect each brake pipe from body bracket. Plug brake pipes
.
20. Remove bolt, fuel filler pipe to damper mounting.
21. Remove nut securing fuel fi ller pipe to body, tie filler
pipe aside.
22. Remove bolts (x4 each side), securing spring/damper assemblies.
23. Position drain tray to collect oil spillage.
24. Loosen and disconnect unions (x2), transaxle oil cooler.
Plug pipe connections.
25. Remove drain tray.
26. Disconnect multiplug, release harness clips (x2), transaxle harness, RH rear wheel arch.
27. Mark subframe position to body.
28. Position subframe trolley (303-F715), under subframe.
29. Lower vehicle until subfra me rests on support trolley.
30. Remove bolts (x6), securing subframe to body.
31. Raise vehicle to gain access to gear selector cables.
32. Using (308-642), release se lector cables (x2) from ball
joints, release selector cables from bracket.
33. Remove torque tube to transaxle bolts (x8).
34. Move subframe support trolley rearwards to give a clearance between torque tube and transaxle.
35. Carefully raise vehicle from subframe.
Installation
1. Clean transaxle and mating face on torque tube.
2. Position subframe assembly underneath vehicle.
3. Lower vehicle to align transaxle to propshaft splines.
4. Move subframe assembly forward, engage propshaft splines, locating dowels, transaxle to torque tube.
5. Install bolts (x8), torque tube to transaxle, torque tighten bolts.
6. Install gear selector cables on levers and in bracket.
7. Lower vehicle onto subframe mountings, align to marks, install and torque tighten bolts (x6).
8. Position spring/damper assemblies, install bolts (x8).
9. Position fuel filler pipe, install and torque tighten bolt.
10. Position fuel filler pipe to body, install and tighten nut to correct torque.
11. Position handbrake cables to subframe, install bolts (x4), torque bolts. 12. Install handbrake cables to callipers.
13. Remove plugs, install brake pipes.
14. Remove plugs, install transaxle oil cooler pipes, tighten
unions to correct torque.
15. Position earth lead to transaxle, install and torque tighten bolt.
16. Install transaxle harness multiplug, secure harness clips (x2).
17. Install shear plate, install and torque tighten bolts (x8).
18. Install heat shield, install and torque tighten bolts (x4).
19. Clean exhaust pipe connections, apply exhaust sealant to connections.
20. Install centre pipe to mountings and catalysts, torque tighten clamp nuts.
21. Install rear exhaust pipes to centre pipe, torque tighten clamp nuts.
22. Position subframe cross brace, install and torque bolts.
23. Install rear muffler (see Workshop Manual procedure 09.00.KA Silencer and Bypass Valve Assembly - Remove
for Access and Refit).
24. Install LH rear wheel arch liner (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.JB Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH -
Renew).
25. Install RH rear wheel arch liner (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.HB Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - RH -
Renew).
26. Bleed brake system (see Workshop Manual procedure 06.07.DD Brake Hydraulic System - Flush/Refill/Bleed
27. Adjust handbrake (see Wo rkshop Manual procedure
06.05.DC Handbrake Cable Assembly - Adjust).
28. Install road Wheel(s).
29. Lower vehicle on ramp and remove safety equipment.
Rear Subframe-Remove/Refit
Removal
1. Disconnect vehicle battery.
2. Remove rear subframe asse mbly (see Workshop Manual
procedure 02.01.CA Subframe Assembly - Rear -
Remove for Access and Refit).
3. Mark driveshafts to transaxle flanges for assembly purposes.
4. Remove and discard Allen bolts (x12), collect plates (x6), driveshaft flanges to transaxle.
5. Attach slings to transaxle, connect suitable hoist and
take weight of transaxle.
6. Remove nuts (x2). hydramounts to subframe.
7. With assistance, raise and remove transaxle from subframe.
Caution
Always plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of dirt.
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Rear Suspension (04.02)
Suspension (04.00)4-2-2 Workshop Manual May 2007
Specifications
Maintenance
RH/LH Rear Hub and Bearing Assembly-
Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove road wheel(s).
3. Remove RH/LH rear drivesha ft (see Workshop Manual
procedure 05.05.BB/05.05.AB Drive Shaft Assembly -
RH/LH - Renew).
4. Ease caliper pistons to release pads.
5. Remove caliper Allen bolts (x2) release caliper and tie aside.
6. Remove handbrake caliper bolts (x2) and tie caliper aside. 7. Remove brake disc Torx screws (x2), remove disc.
8. Disconnect multiplug fr
om wheel speed sensor.
9. Remove Torx securing wheel speed sensor to vertical link, remove sensor.
10. Remove Allen bolts (x4) se curing hub bearing assembly
in vertical link.
11. Release/remove hub bearing a ssembly from vertical link.
Installation
1. Clean vertical link and mating face on hub bearing
carrier.
2. Install hub bearing assembly. Install and torque tighten Allen bolts (x4).
3. Clean wheel speed sensor.
4. Install wheel speed sensor, install and torque tighten Torx screw.
5. Connect multiplug to wheel sped sensor.
6. Clean disc.
7. Install disc, install and torq ue tighten Torx screws (x2).
8. Install caliper, install and torque tighten Allen bolts (x2).
9. Install handbrake caliper, install and torque tighten
retaining bolts (x2).
10. Install RH/LH driveshaft (see Workshop Manual
procedure 05.05.BB/05.05.AB Drive Shaft Assembly -
RH/LH - Renew).
11. Pump brake pedal.
12. Install road wheel(s).
13. Lower vehicle on ramp.
RH/LH Rear Lower Arm Assembly-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove road wheel(s).
3. Remove nut, anti-roll bar li nk to lower suspension arm.
Release link.
4. Remove bolt securing damper to lower suspension arm.
5. Remove bolt and nut/bolt, securing lower suspension arm to subframe.
6. Remove nut/bolt securing lower suspension arm to
vertical link.
7. Release/remove lower suspension arm from subframe and vertical link.
Installation
1. Clean lower suspension arm and mating faces on vertical link, subframe, damper and anti-roll bar link.
2. Install lower suspension ar m to subframe and vertical
link.
Torque Figures
DescriptionNmlb. / ft.
Brake Dust Shield. 9 7
Bearing Assembly to the Vertical
link. 50 37
Halfshaft Nut 300 221.5
Spring and Damper Bracket
Mounting 75-80 55.5-59.5
Spring and Damper Top
Mounting to Bracket 22.5 17
Spring and Damper Lower
Mounting 175 129.5
Track rod Arm to Vertical Link 115 85
Anti-roll Bar Link 110 81.5
Anti-roll Bar Mounting Bolts
Torque bolt 1, then bolt 2, then
bolt 1 again (to allow for rubber
compression) 22.5 17
Ride Height Sensor M8 22.5 17
Torque the following suspensi on fixings with the vehicle
at normal ride height
Vertical Link to the Lower
Suspension Arm. 175 129.5
Vertical Link to the Upper
Suspension Arm. 115 85
Lower Suspension Arm to the
Subframe. 115 85
Upper Suspension Arm to the
Subframe 115 85
Track-Rod Arm to Subframe 115 85
Normal ride height: 2 x 37.5kg in front seats (37.5kg in
each seat) plus a full fuel tank.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Rear Lower Arm Assembly-Renew RH04.02.AC
Rear Lower Arm Assembly-Renew LH04.02.AD

Rear Suspension (04.02)
Suspension (04.00)4-2-4 Workshop Manual May 2007
Installation
1. Clean anti-roll bar, bushes, bush straps and links.
2. Install links (x2), to anti-roll bar. Install washers (x2) and nuts (x2). Do not torque tighten.
3. Install bushes (x2) on anti-roll bar.
4. Position anti-roll bar, align bushes (x2), install straps (x2), install bolts (x4). Do not torque tighten.
5. Position anti-roll bar drop links to lower arms, install
nuts (x2). Do not torque tighten.
6. Install rear undertray (see Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.PB Undertray - Rear - Renew).
7. Lower vehicle on ramp.
8. Torque tighten link nuts (x4).
9. Torque tighten bush strap bolts (x4).
Rear Pair-Anti-Roll Bar Bushing-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove rear undertray(see Workshop Manual procedure01.02.PB Undertray - Rear - Renew).
3. Remove bolts (x4) securing anti-roll bar bush straps (x2) to subframe.
4. Release/remove bush straps.
5. Remove bushes (x2) from anti-roll bar.
Installation
1. Clean anti-roll bar and bush straps.
2. Install bushes onto anti-roll bar.
3. Install bush straps (x2), install bolts (x4). Do not torque tighten at this stage.
4. Install rear undertray(see Workshop Manual procedure 01.02.PB Undertray - Rear - Renew).
5. Lower vehicle on ramp.
6. Torque tighten all suspension nuts/bolts.
RH/LH Rear Anti-Roll Bar Link-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
1. Remove nut, collect wash er, link to anti-roll bar.
1. Remove nut, link to lower suspension arm. Remove link.
Installation
1. Clean link and mating faces on anti-roll bar and lower suspension arm.
2. Install link to anti-roll bar, install washer and nut. Do not
torque tighten at this stage.
3. Position link to lower suspension arm, install nut). Do not torque tighten at this stage.
4. Lower vehicle on ramp.
5. Torque tighten link nuts (x2).
RH/LH Rear Hub Vertical Link-Renew
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
2. Remove road wheel/s
3. With assistance, remove rear hub nut.
4. Remove nut/bolt, securing toe rod to vertical link, release toe rod.
5. Disconnect ABS sensor multiplug.
6. Remove Torx screw securing ABS sensor, remove sensor
7. Ease caliper pistons to release pads.
8. Remove caliper Allen bolts (x2) release caliper and tie aside.
9. Remove handbrake caliper bolts (x2) and tie caliper aside.
10. Remove brake disc Torx screws (x2) remove disc.
11. Remove nut/bolt securing lower suspension arm to
vertical link.
12. Remove nut/bolt securing vertical link to upper
suspension arm.
13. Release vertical link from driveshaft, remove vertical
link.
Caution
Final tightening of suspen sion components must be
carried out with the suspension arms at normal ride
height. Failure to do this will over stress the suspension bushes when the suspension is deflected to maximum
upward travel.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Link-Renew RH04.02.BD
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Link-Renew LH04.02.BE
Caution
Final tightening of suspen sion components must be
carried out with the suspension arms at normal ride
height. Failure to do this wi ll over stress the suspension
bushes when the suspension is deflected to maximum
upward travel.
Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Rear Hub Vertic al Link-Renew RH04.02.HB
Rear Hub Vertic al Link-Renew LH04.02.GB