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  • Page 2 Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of Produced by the Technical Publications Department 2 ..............Vehicle Security the particulars contained in this Owner’s Guide, neither the ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LIMITED manufacturer nor the Dealer, by whom this Owner’s Guide is 3 ...............Before Driving Banbury Road, supplied, shall in any circumstances be held responsible for 4 ................
  • Page 3 Introduction Contents Welcome ............... 1.4 Data Recording .............. 1.5 Component Location ............. 1.4 Vehicle Provenance............1.6 Vehicle Identification ............. 1.5...
  • Page 4 Welcome Component Location to your new Aston Martin. The following Warnings, Cautions and Notes are used within All directions for locating this Owner’s Guide to call your attention to specific types of components are described as This Owner’s Guide, along with other publications included information.
  • Page 5 Vehicle Identification Data Recording The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is shown in the left The Vehicle Identification Plate, attached to the front Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed hand corner of the windscreen. subframe behind the engine bay front cross member (viewed data, potentially including but not limited to information from above), is model and market dependant: such as:...
  • Page 6 If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you • Aston Martin Model should immediately inform your Aston Martin Dealer or the • Service and repair facilities e.g. Manual, Automatic manufacturers Service Operations Department at the •...
  • Page 7 First Owner Third Owner Fifth Owner Selling Dealer Selling Dealer Selling Dealer Delivery Date Delivery Date Delivery Date Second Owner Fourth Owner Sixth Owner Selling Dealer Selling Dealer Selling Dealer Delivery Date Delivery Date Delivery Date...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Vehicle Security Contents Introduction..............2.2 Approach Lighting ............2.10 Tracker System (Mainland UK only)........ 2.2 Homesafe ..............2.10 Vehicle Key and Remote Transmitter......2.3 Alarm Cycle ..............2.10 Unlocking the Vehicle ............ 2.4 Panic Alarm..............2.11 Locking the Vehicle............2.5 Alarm Options..............
  • Page 10: Introduction

    • Alarm siren with battery backup (in markets where audible • Standard sirens are permitted) • High Specification (option) – includes an interior Please consult your Aston Martin Dealer for details and • Random code encryption to prevent electronic scanning or movement sensor and a tilt sensor subscription rates.
  • Page 11: Vehicle Key And Remote Transmitter

    (B) Unlock - One step vehicle If a key or a remote unlocking (Refer to ’Unlocking transmitter is lost, the Vehicle’, page 2.4). contact your (C) Boot Open - Press to Aston Martin Dealer. enable the boot catch (Refer to ’Boot Lid’, page 2.7).
  • Page 12: Unlocking The Vehicle

    Unlocking the Vehicle The vehicle alarm is disabled on the first press of the button. Using the Remote Transmitter Unlocking from Inside the Vehicle (Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.15). Stand within 5 m (16 ft) of the vehicle. Point the remote If Locked with the Remote Transmitter As the vehicle is unlocked, the interior lamps will switch on If the vehicle has been locked using the remote transmitter,...
  • Page 13: Locking The Vehicle

    Locking the Vehicle If Locked with the Vehicle Key Do not leave the vehicle keys and remote transmitter in Using the Remote Transmitter the boot. If the boot is closed there will be no access to One pull of a door handle will centrally unlock the doors, a Ensure that both doors, the boot and the bonnet are closed.
  • Page 14: Master Lock Switch

    Master Lock Switch Doors, fuel flap and boot release switches may be locked / The master lock switch will not operate if the vehicle has Using the Ignition Key unlocked by pressing the master lock switch. been locked from the outside using either the vehicle key or Turn the ignition key towards the front of the vehicle and the remote transmitter.
  • Page 15: Opening The Doors

    Opening the Doors Fuel Flap Release Boot Lid Push at point Push the fuel flap release switch Opening (A) and grab to open the fuel flap. the emerging Press the button on the remote transmitter to enable the Unlock the vehicle using the door release.
  • Page 16 or operate the boot catch (B) and lift open the boot lid. Closing Leaving the Boot Open While the Vehicle is Locked To close, lower the boot lid and ensure the boot catch To use the battery conditioner (Refer to ’Battery engages.
  • Page 17: Boot Emergency Release

    Boot Emergency Release Deadlocking Drive-Away Locking The boot can be opened from inside The vehicle will automatically deadlock after 25 seconds All Markets Except Japanese the boot by pulling the luminous when arming the vehicle using the remote transmitter. Drive away-locking (Auto Lock) is factory set to active (Refer emergency release handle.
  • Page 18: Approach Lighting

    Approach Lighting Homesafe Alarm Cycle When approaching the vehicle the side lamps can be When exiting the vehicle and the ignition key has been Full Alarm Activation removed, flash the main beam (pull the LH stalk forwards activated by pressing the button on the remote A siren will sound for a 25 seconds cycle (ten cycles and release without latching), to active Homesafe.
  • Page 19: Panic Alarm

    Panic Alarm Alarm Options After the first three (3) seconds of activation, the panic alarm Panic Alarm feature is not enabled for all markets. Interior Movement Sensor This feature may be used to attract attention while inside or can be deactivated by pressing the button on the When the vehicle alarm system is activated the interior outside the vehicle.
  • Page 20: Reduced Guard

    With the ignition key in the ‘0’ or ‘I’ position or within replacement. If the coding is disrupted, it will be 60 seconds of removing the ignition key the reduced guard necessary to have your Aston Martin Dealer switch can be activated. reprogramme the remote transmitter.
  • Page 21: Passive Anti-Theft System (Pats)

    Finger marks will reduce battery holder. other ignition key by your Aston Martin Dealer. life. Avoid touching the flat 2. Remove a second grub surfaces of the battery and wipe...
  • Page 22 Should this situation arise try turning the ignition off then on. If this is unsuccessful try the other ignition key. If successful, source a replacement for the faulty ignition key. If problems persist with both ignition keys, consult your Aston Martin Dealer. 2.14...
  • Page 23: Personalisation

    Personalisation A number of remote transmitter functions can be personalised. The functions are set by using the Infotainment screen. (1) Enter - Select in the menu, activate a selection. (2) On / Off - Infotainment centre On / Off (3) Menu - Opens the main menu. (4) Exit - Scroll back in the menu, cancel a selection.
  • Page 24: Menu

    Menu Car Settings... Selection • Lock confirm. light • Approach light duration... With the ignition at position ‘II’ and the Infotainment centre • On* / Off • 30* / 60 / 90 seconds on, press Menu. Select Car Settings... • Unlock confirm. light •...
  • Page 25 Before Driving Contents Checks Before Driving............ 3.2 Interior Storage ............3.15 Seat Comfort Control ............. 3.2 Accessory Socket............3.16 Steering Wheel .............. 3.3 Ashtray and Cigar Lighter (Option)........ 3.16 Mirrors................3.4 Electric Windows ............3.17 Seat Belts ............... 3.5 Reading Lamps............. 3.18 Child Safety ..............
  • Page 26: Checks Before Driving

    Checks Before Driving Seat Comfort Control Inspect your vehicle to make sure that everything is according • Check that all gauges and indicators are reading correctly to the information and specifications in this Owner’s Guide. (Refer to ’Controls’, page 4.1) •...
  • Page 27: Steering Wheel

    Steering Wheel (E) Seat Base Control - Warning Rake and Reach Do not attempt to adjust the seat whilst driving. Seat forwards or rearwards Rake and Reach are The ignition must be at position ‘II’ before the heated seat adjusted by using the and lumbar support can be operated.
  • Page 28: Mirrors

    Mirrors Interior Rear View Mirror Power Fold Door Mirrors Door Mirrors Adjust on its ball The ‘Power Fold Mirror’ function rotates the door mirror The ignition must at position ‘I’ or ‘II’ before the door mounting until a assemblies until folded flat against the doors. mirrors can be adjusted.
  • Page 29: Seat Belts

    Seat Belts Aston Martin strongly recommend the use of seat belts Warning Vanity Mirror Make sure that the seat back is locked in place. Warning A vanity mirror Otherwise it could move forward in the event of a Wearing your seat belt is crucial to your safety. Not is located in sudden stop or crash and cause injury.
  • Page 30 It is essential to replace the entire seat belt assembly * A lamp on the instrument panel will illuminate for have it checked by your Aston Martin Dealer. after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage 6 seconds when the ignition is at position ‘II’...
  • Page 31 Push the tongue into the belt Finally, double check that Seat Belt Fastening buckle latch until a positive the lap belt is installed When parked on an incline, the seat belt may lock as it is click is heard. snugly, low down across the withdrawn.
  • Page 32: Child Safety

    Child Safety A child, regardless of age, should always be restrained when Seat Belt Unfastening Pre-tensioner and Load Limiting Systems travelling in a vehicle. Depress the button on the buckle. For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat Warning While holding the seat belt tongue belts are equipped with pre-tensioner and load limiting Do not allow children to travel in a vehicle without...
  • Page 33 Aston Martin strongly recommend not to install any child seat on the front passenger seat of this vehicle. Warning...
  • Page 34: Child Seats

    Child Seats Aston Martin does not recommend any child seat for this Warning vehicle. Do not seat a child aged 12 or younger, or weighing U – Suitable for ‘universal’ category restraints approved for this 36 kg (79.4 lb.) or less in the car without an appropriate mass group.
  • Page 35: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr)

    Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) If you choose to use a child safety seat, follow the This vehicle has Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belts Adjust the tongue position on the belt if necessary to ensure manufacturers instructions. Never hold a baby or child on installed to the front passenger seat and the rear seats.
  • Page 36: Airbags

    Airbags The vehicle is equipped with driver and passenger airbags. The airbags and seat belt pretensioners (Refer to ’Pre-tensioner and Load Limiting Systems’, page 3.8) are electrically controlled by an advanced restraints system. The front airbags (A) only deploy in a serious front collision. The side airbags (B (one airbag in each front seat)) only deploy according to which side has been impacted in a serious side collision.
  • Page 37 Any work on the airbag system must only be carried out by crash. are not sitting correctly when the airbags deploy. The risk of an Aston Martin Dealer. injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag.
  • Page 38: Deployable Rollbars (Volante)

    If the deployable rollbar system has been deployed, proceed Warning to your nearest Aston Martin Dealer to check for any damage If the roof is not stowed and the deployable rollbars and to reset the system.
  • Page 39: Interior Storage

    Interior Storage Glovebox. Trinket box Seat Pockets. (Non smoking option). Lift the lid to open. Trinket box and coin / credit card holder (Automatic transmission). Door pockets. Rear Trinket Box 3.15...
  • Page 40: Accessory Socket

    Accessory Socket Ashtray and Cigar Lighter (Option) The cigar lighter Warning Read the manufacturer’s instructions and may be used Damage to electrical circuits will result if more than ensure that you do not connect any device when the 10 amps is drawn from the accessory socket. Only which would exceed current rating of connect accessories which are designed for use in a ignition switch...
  • Page 41: Electric Windows

    Electric Windows Remove the ashtray Raise - Lightly pull back and release the window switch (A) to Warning by opening the lid raise the window in stages. Misuse of the window switches, especially by children, and pulling the glass can result in injury due to entrapment in the window If power to the electric windows has been interrupted for any closure.
  • Page 42: Reading Lamps

    Reading Lamps Coat Hook Both reading lamps are A coat hook is provided Door Sealing controlled by the behind the drivers seat. Warning individual switches Ensure that all occupants are clear when the window mounted on the mechanism is operating. infotainment centre (A).
  • Page 43: Umbrella

    Umbrella An umbrella, complete with holder, is provided in the rear of the boot. 3.19...
  • Page 44 3.20...
  • Page 45 Controls Contents Left Hand Drive Overview ..........4.2 Master Lamp Switch ............. 4.16 Right Hand Drive Overview ........... 4.3 Vehicle Horn..............4.17 Instrument Cluster............4.4 Ignition Lock ..............4.17 Information / Warning Lamps......... 4.6 Trip Computer ............. 4.18 Centre Stack (Automatic Transmission) ......4.12 Cruise Control..............
  • Page 46: Left Hand Drive Overview

    Left Hand Drive Overview 1. Reduced guard Switch (Refer to page 4-16). 2. Fuel flap release (Refer to page 4-15) 3. Master light Switch (Refer to page 4-16). 4. Instrument Cluster (Refer to page 4-4). 5. Centre Stack (Refer to page 4-12). 6.
  • Page 47: Right Hand Drive Overview

    Right Hand Drive Overview 1. Glovebox switch (Refer to page 4-13). 2. Centre Console (Refer to page 4-14). 3. Centre Stack (Refer to page 4-13). 4. Instrument Cluster (Refer to page 4-4). 5. Master lamp Switch (Refer to page 4-16). 6.
  • Page 48: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster (3) Message Display (Left) – Displays the following: (A) Trip Meter – Shows distances travelled since last reset of trip counters T1 and T2 (Refer to ’Trip Meter’, page 4.19). (B) Sport Mode Status (Auto Only) – Shows ‘Sport’ when sport mode is activated.
  • Page 49 (D) Cruise Status – Shows ‘Cruise’ when cruise control is (5) Message Display (Right) – Displays the following: Trip Computer The message display defaults to the trip activated (Refer to ’Cruise Control’, page 4.20). computer when there are no messages to show (Refer to Driver Information / Warnings Messages appear if an ’Trip Computer’, page 4.18).
  • Page 50: Information / Warning Lamps

    Information / Warning Lamps (2) Left Turn Direction Indicators (Green) – Flashes with the indicator lamps or hazard warning lamps (Ignition at position ‘II’). (3) Headlamps (Blue) – Indicates the main beam of the headlamps is in use. (4) Side Lamps (Green) – Indicates the side lamps / dip or main beams are illuminated.
  • Page 51 Do not drive the vehicle if the seat belt warning lamp not drive the vehicle. Contact your Aston Martin Dealer. on. Have the system checked by an Aston Martin Dealer. remains on. Have the system checked by an Aston Martin Dealer.
  • Page 52 Have the system checked by an readiness indicator. If, while DSC is active, the DSC Have the system checked by an Aston Martin Dealer Aston Martin Dealer symbol stays illuminated or it illuminates whilst driving, the DSC system has detected a fault.
  • Page 53 Anti-Skid Oil Pressure Low Outside Temperature Warning Lamp Indications ‘Ice Warning’ is displayed in the message centre right when As the ignition is switched on, the electronic control units Fog light (rear) frost or ice is likely to form on road surfaces. The amber complete a self check to ensure correct operation.
  • Page 54 Stalk Controls Pull forwards and release without latching, when the ignition Left Hand Stalk Right Hand Stalk key is removed, to activate Homesafe (Refer to ’Homesafe’, Turn Signals - Up indicates a right Windscreen Wiper Control - page 2.10). turn. Down indicates a left turn. Hold (1) Off.
  • Page 55 Speed Sensitive Wipe - If the wipers are at fast wipe, when Windscreen Washer Control - the vehicle slows down (below 11 km/h (7 m.p.h.) the wipers Press for more than one second to will go to normal wipe speed. activate the windscreen washers.
  • Page 56: Centre Stack (Automatic Transmission)

    Centre Stack (Automatic Transmission) Centre Stack (Manual Transmission) (1) Satellite Navigation Screen (Not available in all markets) - Opens when Satellite Navigation system is active (Refer to ’Satellite Navigation’, page 11.1). (2) Engine Start - When illuminated Red, press to start the engine (Refer to ’Starting the Engine’, page 5.18).
  • Page 57 (5) Clock - The left button will retard (8) Air Flow Dial - Turn to select the Air flow (11) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) - The time and the right button will advance mode (Refer to ’Climate Control’, page 7.1). DSC system is always on when the ignition is time.
  • Page 58: Centre Console (Automatic Transmission)

    Centre Console (Automatic Transmission) Centre Console (Manual Transmission) (3) Boot Open - Pull up to open the boot. On Volante models this switch becomes the roof raise and lower switch (Refer to ’Convertible Roof (Volante)’, page 6.1). (4) Rear Parking Assist - Switch parking assist On / Off.
  • Page 59: Fuel Flap Switch

    Fuel Flap Switch Press to open the fuel flap. Filler Flap Emergency Release (6) Sport Mode Switch (Automatic transmission only) - (Refer to ’Automatic Transmission’, page Close the fuel flap by pressing If the filler flap will not open when the release switch is 5.2).
  • Page 60: Reduced Guard Switch

    Reduced Guard Switch Master Lamp Switch The reduced guard switch disables the deadlock system and (1) - All external lamps off. Lights On Warning allows for passengers or animals to be left in the vehicle (2) - Side lamps, rear lamps and If the vehicle side lights or headlights are on and the drivers without activating the security system.
  • Page 61: Vehicle Horn

    Vehicle Horn Ignition Lock To sound the horn press (1) ‘0‘ - All systems Headlamp Levelling the centre pad of the off, steering lock The weight of items placed in the boot and passengers may steering wheel. engaged. change the beam angle of the headlamps. The headlamps are (2) ‘I’...
  • Page 62: Trip Computer

    Trip Computer Pressing (A) for less than Average Fuel - Average fuel Preventing Unnecessary Battery Drain 3 seconds cycles through the trip consumption since last reset. Press (A) Some circuits remain active when the ignition is switched off computer functions one at a for more than 3 seconds but less than and the ignition key remains in the ignition lock.
  • Page 63 Average Speed - Shows the average Trip Meter speed since last reset. Press (A) for more Shows distances travelled since last than 3 seconds but less than 5 seconds reset of trip meters T1 and T2. to reset. Press (A) for 5 seconds or more Toggle between T1 and T2 by will reset both the average speed and pressing (B) for less than 3 seconds.
  • Page 64: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control Cruise control can be used to maintain a selected vehicle Cruise Control On /Off Setting Vehicle Speed speed, above 24 km/h (15 m.p.h., without having to use the Use the ‘On / Off’ switch (C) to activate / deactivate cruise accelerator.
  • Page 65 Changing the Set Speed Resuming the Set Speed Switch Off Cruise Control Automatic There are three ways to change the set speed: If the vehicle is accelerated above the set speed, then the set Cruise control will automatically switch off and clear the speed will be resumed when the accelerator pedal is memory when: 1.
  • Page 66: Ambient Temperature

    Ambient Temperature Tyre Pressure Sensing • Neutral, Park or Reverse gear positions are selected The ambient temperature (outside temperature) is displayed Japanese Market in the top RH corner of the Infortainment centre display. • The difference between the actual and set speed is too Tyre pressure sensing is not available.
  • Page 67 The control unit is mounted in The control unit will remain active until the vehicle has come Roadwheel Colour the front passenger footwell, to a halt and the ignition turned to position ‘I’. Front Right Green Tyre pressure sensing is near the transmission tunnel, also available on winter At the end of each journey, while the engine is still running,...
  • Page 68 Have the control unit and the tyre transmitters checked at illuminate to indicate which tyre requires inflating. The the earliest opportunity. Consult your Aston Martin Dealer. LED colour corresponds to the colour of the band below Inspect affected tyre. Re-inflate if necessary.
  • Page 69 Stop in safe place as soon as possible. Check all tyres for flats. If OK, continue at 48 km/h (30 m.p.h.) maximum. Have the control unit and the tyre transmitters checked at the earliest opportunity. Consult your Aston Martin Dealer. 4.25...
  • Page 70 4.26...
  • Page 71 Driving Contents Driving Safety..............5.2 Rear Parking Assist............5.16 Automatic Transmission ..........5.2 Driving Techniques ............5.17 Manual Transmission............5.8 Starting the Engine ............5.18 Footbrake ..............5.9 Driving (Automatic Transmission) ......... 5.19 Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)........5.10 Handbrake..............5.11 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)........
  • Page 72: Driving Safety

    Always wear your seat belt Innovative ‘Shift by Wire’ technology has allowed The message centre left displays the current position and the Aston Martin to replace the conventional PRND shift lever GPID displays ‘P’. • Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs with a series of PRND selection buttons and gearshift paddles •...
  • Page 73 If the brake pedal is not pressed the message display will N (Neutral) D (Drive) read ‘Press Brake Pedal’. Select neutral by pressing the ‘N’ button or by The engine cannot be started in this position. The message centre left displays the current pulling back on both gearshift paddles At standstill drive is selected by pressing the ‘D’...
  • Page 74 The message centre (left) will display the Gearshift Paddles Touchtronic Mode current position, the GPID displays ‘D’ and Two gearshift paddles (A) Gearshifts up and down are controlled by the driver, using ‘Auto’ and the drive button ‘telltale’ lamp will are mounted behind the the shift paddles mounted on the steering column.
  • Page 75 When shifting gear the GPID displays the target Upshifts and downshifts will occur at higher engine speeds in Park (P) Override gear and ‘Touch’, while the message centre ‘D’ Sport than in ’D’ Auto mode to provide a sportier drive. If the vehicle fails to start or has broken down the automatic left will display the actual gear when the When Sport mode is engaged while in ‘Touchtronic’...
  • Page 76 ‘N’ to ‘P’. Reduced Engine Performance - ‘Reduced Engine Perform’ Otherwise there is the danger that the vehicle will roll will display in the message centre right. Engine performance away. will be restricted. Contact your Aston Martin Dealer.
  • Page 77 If travelling forwards in ‘D’ or ‘D Touch’ the (Refer to ’Park (P) Override’, page 5.5). Contact your vehicle will go into a locked gear (3rd or 5th depending on Aston Martin Dealer. vehicle speed). Do not attempt to change position while in mechanical limp home mode, i.e.
  • Page 78: Manual Transmission

    Manual Transmission The manual To inform the driver that the current gear has reached it’s Maximum Engine Speed transmission upper rev. limit the GPID will indicate revs increasing. The The maximum safe engine speed is 7,200 rpm. If this speed features a six optimum time to shift gear is when the GPID shows three bars is exceeded, fuel supply to the engine is reduced.
  • Page 79: Footbrake

    Do not continue to drive. remains on, do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest Aston Martin Dealer. It is essential that the brake system is checked immediately, preferably by an Aston Martin Dealer.
  • Page 80: Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs)

    Normal braking will continue to function without ABS. Safety or certain heavily corrugated or ridged warning sections of In the event of an ABS fault, consult your Aston Martin In all cases it remains the drivers responsibility to drive safely road surfaces.
  • Page 81: Handbrake

    Handbrake To release the Always fully apply the handbrake before leaving the Always check that the brake warning lamp is correctly vehicle. handbrake: extinguished before moving off. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle if the brake warning lamp remains on. 1.
  • Page 82: Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)

    DSC cannot overcome consequences surrounding equipment is necessary, always refer to The DSC button lamp and the DSC symbol your Aston Martin Dealer. If the centre position of the of applying too much engine power for prevailing (instrument pack) will illuminate conditions.
  • Page 83 Traction control prevents excessive wheel-spin at standing Fault Indication Traction Control starts, or during acceleration. Wheel-spin is usually caused by A malfunction in the DSC control system will be indicated by Warning excessive use of the accelerator pedal, or slippery, loose or the following: bumpy road surfaces.
  • Page 84: Fuel Filling

    Fuel Filling If traction control cuts in when driving on extended icy or Open the fuel flap by pressing Install the cap by turning clockwise past resistance, until three slippery surfaces, reduce engine power as necessary until the the fuel flap release switch. ‘clicks’...
  • Page 85: Catalytic Converters

    Leaded fuel will cause irreparable damage to catalytic converters. If leaded fuel is inadvertently added to the fuel tank do not start the engine, do not drive the vehicle. Contact your Aston Martin Dealer immediately. 5.15...
  • Page 86: Rear Parking Assist

    Rear Parking Assist If reversing into a confined area, i.e. a home garage, the rear In heavy rain or similar adverse conditions, the rear Warning parking assist outer sensors will detect the side walls and, parking assist sensors may not always be able to Rear parking assist does not replace need for total after 3 seconds, the ‘Beep’...
  • Page 87: Driving Techniques

    Nevertheless it It is important to take bends or curves at a safe, reasonable Please contact your Aston Martin Dealer for further is prudent to limit engine loads (e.g. by accelerating gently speed, particularly when driving on wet or slippery road information.
  • Page 88: Starting The Engine

    Under certain conditions ‘N’ may be displayed. This may BDS is not active (Refer to ’Battery Charge’, page 12.23). If indicate a transmission fault. Consult your Aston Martin the BDS is not active look for a fault message in the message Dealer centre right.
  • Page 89: Driving (Automatic Transmission)

    Driving (Automatic Transmission) When the vehicle is stationary the transmission will select When selecting a gear ensure that the correct position and Automatic Mode 1st gear. gear has been selected by checking the message display left 1. Start the engine. and the GPID.
  • Page 90 5. To bring the vehicle to a halt, press the brake pedal and The button lamp will illuminate red and ‘R’ will be displayed, Selecting Reverse in red, in the GPID. Additionally, an audible warning will downshift as required. Bring the vehicle to a halt, press the brake pedal and press sound.
  • Page 91 Convertible Roof (Volante) Contents Roof Operation.............. 6.2 Roof Maintenance............6.7 Raising the Roof ............. 6.3 Deployable Rollbars ............6.8 Lowering the Roof............6.4 Wind Deflector (Option) ..........6.9 Manual Operation ............6.5...
  • Page 92 Roof Operation If the vehicle starts to move while the roof is being raised / Aston Martin recommend that the convertible roof is Do not store objects / items in the roof storage area. not operated at temperatures of 0°C (32°F) and below.
  • Page 93 Raising the Roof The roof operation Raise (1) Warning switch is located on The lid opens and Roof movement has not finished and locked until ‘Roof the centre console. Movement Complete’ appears in the message display. the roof unfolds. If at any time during Ensure that there is sufficient headroom for the roof to the lowering or be raised (Refer to ’Exterior Dimensions (Volante)’, page...
  • Page 94 Lowering the Roof Raise (3) Lower (1) Warning The roof If open the Roof movement has not finished and locked until ‘Roof Movement Complete’ appears in the message display. raises. door windows Ensure that there is sufficient headroom for the roof to drop.
  • Page 95 Manual Operation In the unlikely event of the roof failing during raising or Procedure Lower (3) lowering (after the locks have released), the roof can be The roof lid opens. If the roof fails, remove the ignition key and wait for a manually raised and locked.
  • Page 96 If the roof lid has unlocked and the roof rear is underneath. Remove the trim Ensure that the hook on the last roof joint engages correctly on both sides. plug. Manually lift the roof lid. Continue to hold the roof lid while raising the roof.
  • Page 97 Roof Maintenance If the convertible roof is left for prolonged periods in the Locking the roof manually may require the assistance of a Rear Quarter Windows second person to push down so the catches engage while lowered position (folded), in certain circumstances the allen key is turned.
  • Page 98 Deployable Rollbars The deployable rollbar system On sensing an impending roll over situation the electronic Warning comprises an electronic roll roll sensor sends a signal to the deployable rollbars, triggering Do not place any objects on the top of the deployable sensor unit mounted to the a release.
  • Page 99 If the deployable rollbar system has been deployed, proceed not place objects / items on the wind deflector in either colder days to your nearest Aston Martin Dealer. the rasied or lowered poition. • It easily installs to existing mounts within your vehicle Warning Labels •...
  • Page 100 2. Unfold. 4. Locate the two tabs in Installation to the openings 1. Remove the deflector provided in the rear from it’s storage bag. seat backs. Ensure that the location pins are retracted. If not retracted pull the pins back and twist (left or 3.
  • Page 101 5. With the tabs Raised Operation located line up the Grab the rear of the Lowered location pins and top section and pull Grab the top of the locate the two upwards (90°)untill a raised section and locking pins either locating ‘click’...
  • Page 102 6.12...
  • Page 103 Climate Control Contents Operating Tips ............... 7.2 Solar / Temperature Sensors ......... 7.10 Control Switches ............7.3 Display Units..............7.10 Airflow Modes ............... 7.4 Automatic Operation ............. 7.6 Manual Operation ............7.7...
  • Page 104: Operating Tips

    If the climate control system is low on ensure optimum temperature control this grille should not climate control system to demist the windows refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult your Aston Martin be obstructed Dealer • To help demist the windows, operate the air conditioner to •...
  • Page 105: Control Switches

    Control Switches (2) Air Flow Dial - Select the required airflow. The (4) Air Circulation Button* - Controls the source of air selected air flow mode is displayed on the Infotainment entering the vehicle. Press to select re-circulated air (a lamp centre screen.
  • Page 106: Airflow Modes

    Airflow Modes Face Only Face and Feet Feet Only...
  • Page 107 Defroster and Feet Defroster Only Adjusting the Vents To adjust the air flow vents:...
  • Page 108: Automatic Operation

    Automatic Operation When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the The heated front windscreen (option) will activate and Automatic Windscreen Defrosting and Demisting vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air remain on for 6.5 minutes.
  • Page 109: Manual Operation

    Manual Operation When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the Setting the temperature to Max., high or low will not provide Cooling (With A/C) vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air the required temperature at a faster rate.
  • Page 110 5. Adjust the fan speed and temperature to maintain Ventilation Windscreen Defrosting and Demisting maximum comfort. Vehicles not installed with heated front windscreen 6. To cease dehumidifying press A/C (the button lamp will 1. Turn the air flow dial to (option).
  • Page 111 4. Set the required fan speed. 2. Set the required temperature and fan speed. Dehumidifying (With A/C) For maximum defrosting and demisting set the temperature Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help and fan speed dials to max. demist the windscreen and side windows.
  • Page 112 Solar / Temperature Sensors Display Units The automatic air conditioner function measures inside and To change the display units from °C to °F or °F to °C. outside temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly. To ensure effective operation do not obscure the following sensors.
  • Page 113 Audio Contents Introduction..............8.2 Automatic Frequency (AF) Updating......8.14 Control Panel..............8.3 Regional Radio Program ..........8.14 Battery Protection Mode ..........8.4 Enhanced Other Networks (EON)......... 8.14 Audio Functions............. 8.5 Resetting Radio Functions..........8.15 Radio Functions ............. 8.7 FM Menu ..............8.15 Radio Data System –...
  • Page 114: Introduction

    Introduction Audio is an integrated part of the Infotainment centre system Linn 260W Audio System with LIMBIK 5.1 (Option) Linn 950W Audio System with Dolby Pro Logic II along with ‘in-vehicle’ telephone system (option) and (Option) Features the following additional specification, over and Satellite Navigation system functions.
  • Page 115: Control Panel

    Control Panel (1) Enter – Select in the menu, activate a selection or activate the telephone from stand-by mode. (2) AM / FM – Switch between FM1, FM2 and 3) Power – Press for audio On / Off. (4) Volume – Rotate for volume control. (5) Mute –...
  • Page 116: Battery Protection Mode

    Battery Protection Mode (7) Exit – Scroll back in the menu, cancel a (12) Search – Press left or right once to Using the vehicle electrical systems, i.e. the infotainment selection, put the telephone (option) in auto search the next station. Press and hold system, with the ignition key at position ‘I’...
  • Page 117: Audio Functions

    Audio Functions Audio On / Off Volume Mute Volume Control for TP, PTY, News and Alarm The audio volume will be muted if the in-car phone (option) If a CD is playing when the radio receives a traffic bulletin, Press the button to switch the audio system on / off.
  • Page 118 Setting the Surround Sound The symbol Dolby PL II is shown in the display if Pro Logic II Sound Setting has been selected. 3 CH is shown in the display if 3 channel 1. Press stereo has been selected. Off means the audio system is in Press the button repeatedly until you reach the normal stereo mode.
  • Page 119: Radio Functions

    Radio Functions Bass Speaker – Sub-Bass Automatic Station Search Manual Station Searching Gives a fuller sound and deeper bass to the system. 1. Select radio mode AM, FM1 or FM2 using the There are two ways of searching for a station manually. button.
  • Page 120 The stored stations can be found using the buttons 0-9. Storing Stations Automatic Storage of Stations When the radio is in Auto store mode, ‘Auto’ is shown in the To store a selected station under one of the station setting This function automatically searches and stores up to ten display.
  • Page 121: Radio Data System - Rds

    Radio Data System – RDS News Broadcasts RDS is a system which links specific network transmitters Program coded messages (such as news from RDS stations) Scanning for a Station together. It is used, for example, to set the correct frequency will interrupt other audio sources using the volume setting for 1.
  • Page 122: Traffic Information

    Traffic Information Traffic information (TP (Traffic Program)) from RDS stations Selecting News Setting News interrupts other audio sources in order to broadcast. The 1. Select radio mode using the button. 1. Select radio mode using the button. message is heard at the volume set for this specific purpose. 2.
  • Page 123 If you do not wish to listen to a traffic item in progress, press Deactivate TP Station 5. Select ‘TP...’ and press button. 1. Press . Select the menu for the present sound 6. Select ‘TP Station...’ and press The TP function, however, remains active and the radio waits source and press for the next traffic bulletin.
  • Page 124: Radio Text

    Radio Text Programme Type (PTY) Some RDS stations send information about programme When FM 1 or 2 is selected use the PTY function to select TP Search content, artists, etc. between the different programme types. This function allows you to listen to traffic information when Display information with text in the display travelling between different areas and countries without 1.
  • Page 125 Search for a Specific Programme Type To Deactivate PTY Stand-by Mode 7. Select ‘Search PTY’ and press . If the radio finds a Search through the entire wave band: station with the selected programme type, it is played 1. Select FM 1 or FM 2 and press the button.
  • Page 126: Automatic Frequency (Af) Updating

    Automatic Frequency (AF) Updating Regional Radio Program Enhanced Other Networks (EON) The AF function is usually active and makes sure that the The regional-function is normally deactivated. When the With EON activated traffic information and news broadcasts strongest available transmitter for a radio station is used. function is activated a regional transmission can be listened interrupt radio programs.
  • Page 127: Resetting Radio Functions

    Resetting Radio Functions FM Menu Restores all radio settings to the original factory settings. News Advanced Radio Settings... 4. Select ‘EON’ and press • On / Off* • TP... 1. Press . Select the menu for the present sound 5. Select Off, Local or Distant and press •...
  • Page 128: Am Menu

    AM Menu CD Changer Audio Settings... • Subwoofer (option) Audio Settings... • Subwoofer (option) (1) Enter – Select in the menu, activate a selection or activate the telephone from stand-by mode. • Surround AM / FM... • On* / Off •...
  • Page 129 (7) Exit – Scroll back in the menu, cancel a selection, put the telephone (option) in stand-by mode, or erase the previous character when entering text and numbers. (8) Display – Presents options, menus and information. (9) Navigation buttons – Scroll up / down in the menus or scroll forwards / back when entering text and digits or select preset stations.
  • Page 130 (12) Search – Press left or right once to Use only 12 cm CDs. Inserting a CD auto search the next station. Press and hold Do not use CDs with adhesive disc labels. The heat from The CD changer can hold up to six discs. (left or right) to manually select a station.
  • Page 131 Pause Mode Fast Forward / Rewind Random When the volume is at zero, the CD player switches to Plays tracks from the CD in random order. Press and hold down the left or right button to pause mode. Reactivate the player by turning up the 1.
  • Page 132 CD Changer Menu Random... • Surround CD Disc Text Eject 1 CD • Off* / Single disc / All discs • Dolby Pro-Logic II / Some CDs have title information. Press the eject button to eject the CD. 3 Channel / Off* News Show CD title information For traffic safety reasons, the CD remains out for...
  • Page 133 Car Phone (Option) Contents Introduction..............9.2 Last Dialled Number ............9.8 Telephone Controls............9.2 One-Key Dialling............9.8 Battery Protection Mode ..........9.4 Calling from the Memory ..........9.9 Emergency Calls............. 9.4 Call Waiting ..............9.9 Subscriber Identity Module Card ........9.5 Functions During a Call ..........
  • Page 134: Introduction

    Introduction Telephone Controls The ‘in-car’ telephone is an integrated part of the (1) Enter – Accept a call, make a menu selection, Volante Only: Driving with the roof lowered. Infotainment centre system along with the audio system and activate the telephone from stand-by mode. A short If making or receiving calls, microphone performance will be Satellite Navigation system functions.
  • Page 135 (7) Navigation buttons – Scroll up / down in the menus, scroll forward / back when entering text and digits. (8) Sim Card – Remove the panel and insert / remove the sim card. (9) Keypad – Use to dial number and enter characters.
  • Page 136: Battery Protection Mode

    Battery Protection Mode Emergency Calls Using the vehicle electrical systems, i.e. the infotainment Emergency calls to alarm centres can be made without a SIM Microphone system, with the ignition key at position ‘I’ (engine off) will card as long as there is coverage by a GSM operator. The hands free microphone is integrated in the roof console drain the battery charge.
  • Page 137: Subscriber Identity Module Card

    Subscriber Identity Module Card IMEI Number The telephone can only be used with a valid Subscriber 3. Insert the SIM card metal To restrict a telephone the network operator must be Identity Module (SIM) card. The card is managed by different side up.
  • Page 138: Intelligent Driver Information System

    Intelligent Driver Information System Operation The Intelligent Driver Information System (IDIS) system When the telephone system is active or in stand-by mode, a Deactivate allows the priority of incoming telephone calls and SMS handset is shown in the display. messages to be reduced so that the driver can concentrate on If the ignition is switched off while the telephone system is Hold in to switch off the telephone system.
  • Page 139: Making And Receiving Calls

    Making and Receiving Calls Satellite Navigation guidance messages will be muted if the Volume Reduction During a Telephone Call To Make a Call telephone is in use. A ‘Beep’ will sound if a guidance message If the telephone rings when the radio is switched on, the Dial the number from the key pad and press is transmitted.
  • Page 140: Last Dialled Number

    Last Dialled Number One-Key Dialling The telephone automatically stores the last telephone A number stored in the phone book can be linked to a To End a Call numbers / names dialled. one-key dial button (1-9). Press on the control panel keypad. The audio system Calling the Last Dialled Number Storing a Number resumes its previous activity.
  • Page 141: Calling From The Memory

    Calling from the Memory Call Waiting If call waiting is active (Refer to ’Call waiting’, page 9.12) a Using One-Key Dialling 1. Press two-tone signal during a telephone call indicates that there is Hold in the desired speed dial button for approximately two 2.
  • Page 142: Functions During A Call

    Functions During a Call Phone Book Several functions are available during a call. Telephone numbers and names can be stored in either the Copy to... telephone memory or the SIM card memory. During a call use the Navigation buttons to scroll up / down. Copy a phone book entry from the phone to the SIM card If the number of the person calling is stored in the phone and SIM card to the phone.
  • Page 143: Text Entries

    Text Entries Press the button with the relevant character. Press once for Erase Entries Cancelling Text Input the first character, twice for the second character and so on. 1. Erase all entered characters with a long press on the 1. Select Press 1 for space.
  • Page 144: Telephone Menus

    Telephone Menus Call Register... Messages... Phone book... Call options... Phone sett... • Sounds... • Missed calls • Read • New number • Send my number • Network... • Ring volume • Received calls • Write new • Search • Call waiting •...
  • Page 145 Bluetooth Contents Introduction..............10.2 Call Waiting ............... 10.12 System Active / Inactive..........10.2 Sending DTMF Tones..........10.13 Controls ............... 10.3 Bluetooth Contact List ..........10.14 Getting Help ..............10.5 System Prompts............10.16 Connecting a Phone............. 10.5 Selecting a Language ..........10.17 Making Calls ..............
  • Page 146: Introduction

    Introduction System Active / Inactive The Bluetooth system is only active when the vehicle ignition Bluetooth is not avalable in all markets. Volante Only: Driving with the roof lowered. is switched to On. If, during a call, the ignition is switched to If making or receiving calls, microphone performance will be The Bluetooth system installed in this vehicle offers the Off the call will transfer to the mobile phone after approx.
  • Page 147: Controls

    Controls 1. System LEDs (Refer to ’LED Indicator Functions’, page (5) Answer Button 10.19). 2. Control pad. ‘Press and Release’ 3. Integrated microphone (behind the rear view mirror). when receiving a call - to answer that call. 4. Integrated amplifier (not shown). when the system is not - to make a call using the last 5.
  • Page 148 (6) Volume Button (7) End Button (8) Talk Button ‘Press and Release’ (+ or -) ‘Press and Release’ ‘Press and Release’ during a call - to increase or decrease the during an active call - to end that call during normal operation once to initiate a voice Bluetooth speaker volume.
  • Page 149: Getting Help

    Bluetooth system. 2. When the phone displays ‘Aston Martin’ select the This system supports paired links with up to four phones. device. The phone displays the passcode entry screen. The process of initiating a Bluetooth connection with a 3.
  • Page 150 When prompted say ‘Set-up the passcode’. menu’. The system responds with ‘Set-up menu. Please 3. When the phone displays ‘Aston Martin’, select the say a command’. device. The phone will display the passcode entry screen. 2. Say ‘Connect phone <n>’. The system responds with 4.
  • Page 151 Removing a Paired Phone Removing All Phones Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition 1. Press the button. When prompted say ‘Set-up 1. Press the button. When prompted say ‘Set-up menu’. The system responds with ‘Set-up menu. Please menu’. The system responds with ‘Set-up menu. Please say a command’.
  • Page 152: Making Calls

    Making Calls When connected, all of these calls are handsfree. Terminate Calling with a Whole Number Calling with Number Segments Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition a VR session at any time by pressing the button. Placing a Call with Voice Recognition (VR) 1.
  • Page 153 To delete a phone number segment, say ‘Clear’ when Calling a Number from the Bluetooth Contact List Calling a Number Using Phone Voice Name prompted for the next segment. The system responds with Using Voice Recognition ‘Last String Entry Cleared’, echoes any remaining The voice name must already be stored in the mobile segments, and waits for you to dictate a new segment.
  • Page 154: Receiving Calls

    Receiving Calls Using the Control Pad Calling a Number Using Speed Dial Using Redial Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition Press the button. Using the Phone 1. Press the button. When prompted, say ‘Speed Press the button. When prompted, say ‘Redial’. The Press the phone’s ‘answer call’...
  • Page 155: Ending Calls

    Ending Calls Transfer a Call Using Voice Recognition From the Vehicle to Your Phone From Your Phone to the Vehicle Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition Press the button. When prompted say ‘Hang Up’. The system responds with ‘Call ended’. Press the button.
  • Page 156: Reject A Call

    Reject a Call Mute and Un-mute a Call Call Waiting Using the Control Pad Using the Control Pad If the mobile phone supports call waiting. When you are on a call, an audible ‘beep’ signals a 2nd call. Press the button.
  • Page 157: Sending Dtmf Tones

    Sending DTMF Tones Using Voice Recognition If the button is not pressed, the incoming call is automatically rejected and sent to voicemail (if set up on the Press the button. When prompted, say ‘Enter phone). <digits>’ to send numbers as DTMF tones. The incoming call can also be rejected by pressing and Using the Phone releasing the...
  • Page 158: Bluetooth Contact List

    Bluetooth Contact List A list of names and phone numbers can be stored in the Using Voice Recognition 3. Dictate the phone number either as: systems contact list. The list can include up to 20 entries. • An entire number (without pauses between digits) 1.
  • Page 159 Deleting an Entry Listing Contacts Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition 1. Press the button. When prompted, say ‘Contact Press the button. When prompted, say ‘Contact List’. List’. If the system responds with ‘Contact list. Please say a If the system responds with ‘Contact list. Please say a command’, say ‘List contacts’.
  • Page 160: System Prompts

    System Prompts Voice Prompts Announcing a Caller Audio Indicators To turn voice prompts On or Off: To turn the Caller Announce function On or Off: When the system is not in a call or an active VR session, the following audio indicators may be heard: Using Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition If supported by the mobile phone.
  • Page 161: Selecting A Language

    Selecting a Language 2. Use the volume Up / Down button to scroll through the When changing the system’s language, all contacts in the Bluetooth contacts list are deleted. language choices. As a language appears, the system plays the prompt for that language (For example: ‘English. Using Voice Recognition To choose this language, restart the vehicle’.).
  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Definitions Continuous Voice Recognition - The ability to find word Symptom Action Symptom Action boundaries without requiring pauses between words. New phones will • The phone must support Bluetooth Poor VR • Enter the digits in segments not pair with the Handsfree Profile 0.96 or 1.0.
  • Page 163: Led Indicator Functions

    LED Indicator Functions Ready State - The system is paired to a phone but is not in LED State an active call. Phone Status Power Off Power On Pairing in Progress Mute Mode Call Waiting Speaker Dependence - The degree to which a speech Blue Not connected Flashing...
  • Page 164 10.20...
  • Page 165 Satellite Navigation Introduction........11.1 Current Position ........11.23 Detour – Alternate Route ....11.32 Map Disc ..........11.2 Last Ten Destinations......11.24 Map View ......... 11.33 System Controls ........11.4 Return Trip........11.24 Map Icons......... 11.36 Getting Starting ........11.5 Store a Destination ......11.24 Traffic Information ......
  • Page 166: Introduction

    Introduction Map Disc The Satellite Navigation system is an 3. Insert the new disc and close the hatch. Be careful when handling Map discs. Make TMC (Traffic Message Channel) integrated part of the Infotainment centre sure they do not become dirty and are not The screen goes black and ‘Loading new receiver exposed to moisture.
  • Page 167 Re-enter the address, facility etc. message will show. For information on the latest versions of Map system only with the vehicle parked. details. discs, contact your Aston Martin Dealer. Warning Be aware of the current traffic situation. 11.3...
  • Page 168: System Controls

    System Controls Volante (1) Screen - Displays maps Warning Always comply with relevant traffic and provides detailed Remove a protection panel (screws x4) in regulations. information on route type, the rear passenger seat ‘kick board’ (right distance, etc. hand side) to access the disc player. Always Disc Player Location reinstall the protection panel after loading a (2) Back - Press to return to...
  • Page 169: Getting Starting

    Getting Starting Turning the Navigation System ‘Off’ (4) Navigator - Move ‘Up’, Using this Guide Guidance Voice ‘Down’, ‘Right’ or ‘Left’ to Move to <Shutdown> using Navigator and Search path (Refer to ’System Settings’, page 11.9) navigate through different press Menu paths are indicated for each operation With Audio On - If guidance is active, when menu options, traffic...
  • Page 170: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure Quick menus make it easier to access certain Left Hand Menu Right Hand Menu Quick Menu system options. Some options are only accessible through the Quick menus. Provides access to system functions (main Each menu heading in the left-hand section Press while in map view to access menu).
  • Page 171 Map Scale Guidance Detour Press to repeat a voice guidance. Used, for example, to choose between Avoid parts of the calculated route, e.g., to displaying one or two maps (Refer to ’Map Used to zoom in or out. The entire route avoid construction.
  • Page 172: Map Image

    Map Image Traffic Information Facilities Search for facilities around your vehicle and Select which traffic information symbols are along the itinerary, e.g. select <Along m. to be displayed on the map image. It is also way> to search for facilities which are easily possible to read the traffic messages accessible from the motorway (Refer to indicated on the map image.
  • Page 173: System Settings

    4. Road sign information. 19. Direction of destination Select No to switch off Auto notification. 5. Facility symbol for Aston Martin Dealer. Road types Traffic-info. selection - Press Right to obtain 6. Next guidance point. Motorway – green the submenu.
  • Page 174 Search station - Search for and select Current station - Shows the current station Route - Selects the fastest or shortest route Route Options transmitting stations for traffic information. for traffic information. when calculating. Select <Search / select station> using Up / Reset to default - Restore factory settings.
  • Page 175 The correct time zone must be set for the Facility selection - Press Right to obtain the Map orientation - Indicate whether north or Map Options function to work (Refer to ’System Settings’, submenu. the heading (direction of travel) should be up page 11.9).
  • Page 176 Facilit. on guidance map - Select Show if Use Up / Down to move between the Guiding Options System Options facilities are to be displayed on the junction functions and select the desired setting using map. Right / Left. Confirm settings made using Select Hide if no facilities are to be displayed on the junction map.
  • Page 177: Demo (Simulation)

    Demo (Simulation) Set a Destination Help - Indicate if help texts are to be The Navigation system requires a destination Specify an Address displayed at the bottom of the screen. to be entered so that a route to the Select Country destination can then be calculated.
  • Page 178 The number indicates how many. Return to the Character table by pressing Select City Press Right when an arrow is displayed on the right of the line. A list of the five last Move Down and select directly from the list .
  • Page 179 Select Street Select Street Number / Junction No street addresses are stored in the system Select a street and press . A scroll bar for some small towns. The town centre, on the right-hand side indicates that there are however, can always be specified as the several alternatives in the list.
  • Page 180 Use Navigator to select the desired letters Specify a Post Code and numbers from the character table and Use Up / Down to move to <City> and press press or move Down and choose a Post Code directly from the list if options are available.
  • Page 181 It is also possible to search for facilities Press to return to the table of Move to <Street> and press . Choose Specify a Facility around the car, along the itinerary and characters to delete entered characters. letters using Navigator and press Facilities is a collective name for places such along the motorway using the Quick menu Delete entered characters, then move Up to...
  • Page 182 Facility by name - Enter the name of a Around point on map - The system searches Search Facility by Name / Type Use Navigator to select the desired letters facility or select a facility type from the list in the same way as <Around the car>, but and press or move Down and select...
  • Page 183 The number indicates how many. Return to Facilities - Quick Menu From the Facilities Quick menu it is possible Return to the character table with to search for facilities which are easily the character table with . Press Press to delete the entered letters one accessible from the Motorway.
  • Page 184 The facility is displayed on the map image. Specify Point on the Map Press to view the whole map and to obtain map scroll mode. Press again to obtain the map scroll menu. Select <Set as destination> and press to select the facility as destination (Refer to ’Map Scroll’, page 11.34).
  • Page 185 OK - Shows the Destination of the specified Specify Coordinates coordinates on the map. Press access the scroll menu. Move to Set as destination using Up or Down and press to select the Destination as a destination. Press to return to coordinate input. Cancel - Return to the previous screen.
  • Page 186: Free Search

    Free Search Use the Navigator to enter part of the name A scroll bar on the right-hand side indicates that there are several alternatives in the list. and press . Move Up to <Start> and The number indicates how many. press Press to return to the previous screen.
  • Page 187: Next Destination

    Next Destination Current Position Press again if more destinations are specified to obtain information and to view them on the map image. Move to <Map> and press to view the whole map image and obtain scroll mode. Press again to obtain the map scroll menu (Refer to ’Map Scroll’, page 11.34).
  • Page 188: Last Ten Destinations

    Last Ten Destinations Return Trip Store a Destination The scroll bar on the right-hand side indicates (Set destination > Return trip) Up to 250 destinations can be saved and that there are several alternatives in the list. reused. Press to obtain guidance back to the Move to the desired destination using Up / starting point.
  • Page 189 Press to erase the original name and Add Info. replace it with a new one. Select <Store> to save the destination. Adjust The Map scroll function can also be used to Use Navigator to move the cross to the new save a destination (Refer to ’Map Scroll’, position of the stored destination and press page 11.34).
  • Page 190 Edit - Change the name, etc. of the stored Stored Destinations destination. Sorting - Sort stored destinations by icon or name. Delete Destination - Delete a stored destination. Select an option using Up / Down and press Use Up / Down to select a field and press Move among the stored destinations using to add new information or edit exiting Up / Down.
  • Page 191: Start Guidance

    Start Guidance The <Start guide> option is only available If a detour is made from the planned route Start guide - The system guides to the Information when a valid destination has been entered. during the trip, the system automatically destination.
  • Page 192: Itinerary

    Itinerary An itinerary, containing several destinations, Delete - Clears the destination from the Edit an Itinerary can be entered to avoid entering destination itinerary. after destination during your trip. One Move - Changes the placement of the destination with up to six intermediate destination in the itinerary.
  • Page 193: Guidance

    Guidance Road sign information is shown on the line (Quick menu > Map menu > Route outline) Arrow Navigation underneath. If there is a road number and The destination and remaining distance are exit number or exit name, they are also shown at the top of the screen.
  • Page 194: Avoid Areas

    Avoid Areas None - Press to deactivate areas (Settings > Route options > Avoid specified Specify an Area on the Map areas > Selected) already activated. Selected - Press Right to specify new areas. Press Choose option on the submenu Press to activate areas already saved using Up / Down and press...
  • Page 195 The name of the destination the centre point Select option in the submenu using Up / Change Size of Map Area Move the Map Area rests on is displayed at the bottom of the Down and press map. Scale - Specify the size of the area to be The rectangle indicates the size of the area.
  • Page 196: Detour - Alternate Route

    Detour – Alternate Route OK - Activates areas marked with a cross. Select <Address>. Enter the address of the Saved Specified Areas The areas activated are displayed on the map area to be avoided. The address then image. constitutes the centre of the area. Use Up / Down to move between the rows and press Cancel - Undoes settings made and returns to enter the address.
  • Page 197: Map View

    Map View Set the number of kilometres the route is to Several streets can be selected by moving Avoid Specific Street be avoided using Up / Down and press with Up / Down and confirming each . The system then calculates a new selection with .
  • Page 198 Route outline - View a list of approaching The destination that corresponds to the cross Map Scroll guidance points (Refer to ’Guidance’, page position is shown at the bottom of the map. 11.29). Scroll Menu Surveillance 1, 2 or 3 - View one of the areas set previously for surveillance (Refer to ’Traffic Surveillance’, page 11.41).
  • Page 199 Scale - Function to temporarily change the Read traffic msg. - Use Navigator to select If two map images are displayed on the Map Scale from among the traffic messages displayed on screen, use Right / Left to move to the map scale.
  • Page 200: Map Icons

    Map Icons Aston Martin Dealer Gasol/LPG Golf course Shopping centre Ski resort Automobile club Athletics stadium Theatre / Opera Tourist attraction Hospital Historical monument Airport Amusement park Town hall Toll booth Hotel Ice skating rink Tourist University / Bus station...
  • Page 201: Traffic Information

    Traffic Information Move to <Read traffic msg.> and press Slippery road Slow Traffic information (TMC) is available as an Read Messages option and is only supported in certain surface traffic . Use Navigator to move among the countries. Road works Slow traffic different traffic messages.
  • Page 202 The extent of the problem and distance from The symbols can have two colours. Yellow Traffic Symbols the present position is shown at the top. indicates important information while red Duration, roads affected and limitations indicates urgent information. regarding speed, vehicle width, vehicle Change the scale to access traffic information height, etc.
  • Page 203 Select which traffic information symbols Options Auto Notification (traffic messages) the system should show on the map and take into account when calculating the route. These are activated with a cross. Use Up / Down to select from among the symbols.
  • Page 204: Avoid Traffic Problems

    Avoid Traffic Problems Yes - The system calculates an alternate route New or Old Route to avoid the traffic problem. No - The system continues with the original route. Map - Sets to map scroll mode. Move among the different messages. (Settings >...
  • Page 205: Traffic Surveillance

    Traffic Surveillance If there is no alternate route, the system will While in map view move the Navigator in Store Surveillance indicate such. any direction activate Map scroll. Use the Three different areas can be stored. Navigator to move the cross on the map. New - The system selects the new route.
  • Page 206: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions (Q) The position of the car on the map is (Q) The navigation system does not always (Q) The navigation system uses toll roads, Show Stored Surveillance Map wrong or jumps. calculate the fastest/shortest road. motorways and ferries even though I chose to avoid them.
  • Page 207 (Q) The position of the car on the map is (Q) The map image does not correspond (Q) The scale of the map sometimes (Q) The expected menu option is missing. incorrect after transportation. with the real situation. changes. (A) Look at the settings that have been made. (A) If the car is transported, for example by (A) Factors such as the constant expansion (A) Scale is affected by vehicle speed.
  • Page 208 (Q) The car symbol on screen jumps forwards or spins. (A) The system may need a few seconds to sense the position and movement of the car before driving off. Switch off both the system and the engine. Start again, but remain stationary for a while before starting to drive.
  • Page 209 Maintenance Contents Introduction..............12.2 Electrical Start From Another Vehicle......12.29 Vehicle Jacking............. 12.3 Fuses................12.30 Servicing Precautions ........... 12.4 Bulbs................12.34 Dangerous Substances..........12.5 Door Window Reset........... 12.38 Vehicle Tool Kit ............12.6 Bodywork and Fittings ..........12.38 Owner Maintenance ............ 12.7 Vehicle Cleaning ............
  • Page 210: Introduction

    Aston Martin should be used. Failure to do so can result in the manufacturer’s service schedules. damage to your vehicle and may invalidate your New Car...
  • Page 211: Vehicle Jacking

    Vehicle Jacking If this vehicle is to be raised using a vehicle jack ensure the Warning Emission Warranty following jacking points are use. Ensure that no persons are in the vehicle before jacking The emission control systems installed to vehicles for certain commences.
  • Page 212: Servicing Precautions

    Servicing Precautions To avoid personal injury, the following safety precautions Warning Warning must be observed when the bonnet is open and the engine is Do not breathe exhaust fumes. Exhaust fumes contain Keep children and pets clear of the vehicle. Do not allow running or the ignition is switched on.
  • Page 213: Dangerous Substances

    Dangerous Substances Warning Engine Oils Dangerous substances should be kept out of reach of Warning children. Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oils Warning can cause serious skin disorders, including dermatitis Many liquids and other substances used in motor and cancer.
  • Page 214: Vehicle Tool Kit

    Vehicle Tool Kit A vehicle tool kit is Item Description Warning Triangle located in the boot. Allen Key For manual operation of the convertible A warning triangle is located on the underside of the boot. roof (Volante only). Always follow local regulations when placing a warning Road Wheel For the removal of a road wheel(s) when triangle.
  • Page 215: Owner Maintenance

    Owner Maintenance In the interests of safety and reliability, it is advisable to carry Weekly Checks out the following checks at the intervals suggested (more (daily if covering high mileage or touring) frequently if your vehicle is heavily used or operating in •...
  • Page 216: Opening / Closing The Bonnet

    Opening / Closing the Bonnet Lift slightly on the bonnet front edge whilst pulling upward on Opening Closing the bonnet secondary catch (B) to release it. Lift the bonnet Take care not Before closing the bonnet, remove any tools, cleaning until fully open.
  • Page 217: Fluid Levels

    Fluid Levels 1. Washer Fluid Reservoir. If the bonnet does not fully close the warning message Item 4 changes sides for left and right hand drive. ‘Bonnet not fully closed’ will appear in the message display 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir. right.
  • Page 218 Windscreen Washer Jets Windscreen Wash Fluid Level Engine Oil Level Washer jet housings are located on the rear edge of the Top up as required. In winter, to prevent Warning bonnet. Each housing contains two washer jets. the windscreen wash fluid freezing, Engine oil and / or components may be hot and could Windscreen washer jets are set during manufacture and increase the fluid concentration (refer to...
  • Page 219 1. Withdraw and wipe the dipstick This vehicle's warranty may be invalidated if damage is Brake Fluid Level caused by the use of improper engine oil. Low quality or clean, using a lint free cloth. obsolete oils do NOT provide the protection required by Warning 2.
  • Page 220 The brake fluid level should read between the Min. and Max. 1. Remove the pressure cap to check the Power Steering Fluid Level marks. coolant level. The correct coolant level is Ensure power steering fluid does not contact the paint to the top of the reservoir tank.
  • Page 221: Windscreen Blade Replacement

    Windscreen Blade Replacement Brake Pad ‘Bedding-in’ To replace the windscreen wiper blades the wiper arms must Failure to ‘bed-in’ new brake pads will result in reduced be set at 90° to the vehicle (A). brake performance and possible brake judder or squeal. 1.
  • Page 222: Wheels And Tyres

    If damage is Only install tyres approved by Aston Martin (Refer to ’Tyres’, observed or suspected have the tyre inspected by a tyre Tyre Service page 13.7).
  • Page 223 When new tyres are required consult your all tyres. These indicators are integral your Aston Martin Dealer. Aston Martin Dealer for advice if the rear tyres are also worn. moulded ribs spaced at regular intervals around the circumference of...
  • Page 224: Winter Tyres

    Read the instructions and warnings carefully before These are available from your Aston Martin Dealer for for high speeds in normal road conditions, but they are less using the Tyre Sealant System.
  • Page 225 Off switch (B) is in the ‘0’ the nearest Aston Martin Dealer down position. • If the nearest Aston Martin Dealer is over a 200 km Warning 3. Remove the lead (G) and the hose (F) from the (125 mile) away Do not use the system to seal a tyre that was damaged compartment (H) on the side of the system.
  • Page 226 10 minutes, disconnect the system and cautiously drive the compressor. The journey should not be continued. Contact your nearest Aston Martin Dealer. the vehicle forward and backward approximately 10 m (30 ft) to distribute the sealant in the tyre. Then repeat step 9.
  • Page 227 80 km/h (50 m.p.h.) to allow the sealant to seal the tyre pressure (Refer to ’Tyres’, page 13.7) (Pump for reached then the tyre can not be sealed. Do not attempt to re-inflate the tyre. Contact your Aston Martin Dealer. approximately 2 minutes.) Use the pressure release valve puncture.
  • Page 228: Transporting And Towing

    Transporting and Towing 6. Start the engine of the car (Only if the car is in an open The recommended method for moving a defective vehicle is To Pump Air Only and well ventilated area). to have it transported in a purpose built, covered, vehicle 1.
  • Page 229: Battery Warnings

    Battery Warnings 1. Remove the towing eye from its storage location in the The following warnings are located on the vehicle battery. boot. 2. Use the screwdriver, provided in the tool kit, to remove the front licence plate, then install the towing eye to the exposed female threads.
  • Page 230: Battery

    Lift the battery with a battery by your Aston Martin Dealer Warning carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. during regular vehicle services.
  • Page 231: Battery Charge

    A new fully charged battery has the ability to start this Aston Martin recommend that if this vehicle is to be left Follow your local authorised standards for disposal. Call your vehicle, if left unused, for up to 45 days without the battery...
  • Page 232 This vehicle has two Battery Conditioner methods of If this vehicle is not going to be used for a period of time, and maintaining battery mains power is available, use the battery conditioner to charge at an maintain the battery charge level. acceptable level if the vehicle is unused for Warning...
  • Page 233 DB9 Owner’s Guide Correction Battery Conditioner Plug For Battery Conditioners with a Power Accessory Socket style plug.
  • Page 235 Gently close, but do not latch, the boot lid. This avoids The battery conditioner is designed for conditioning of Battery Disconnect Switch (BDS) partially or fully charged batteries. It will not effectively possible damage to the boot water seal from the battery If this vehicle is not going to be used for a period of time, and charge a discharged battery.
  • Page 236 2. Press the yellow BCS switch Once the BDS is activated the glovebox is locked (for added security). The Owner’s Guidebook will not be to activate all electronic accessible. systems. 3. Install the rear seat cushion. To reactivate the electrical systems and start this vehicle press the Battery Connect Switch (BCS).
  • Page 237: Battery Protection Mode

    Battery Protection Mode How can I tell that the BDS has been pressed by accident? Using the vehicle electrical systems, i.e. the infotainment system, with the ignition key at position ‘I’ (engine off) will Can the BDS be activated while driving? Turn the ignition key to position ‘II’...
  • Page 238 What happens if I ignore the warning messages? What should I do if these messages are displayed? What is the first indication of battery protection mode? After approx. two to ten minutes (dependent on the rate of Turn off all unnecessary electrical systems. Start the engine to battery charge drain) the following messages will appear: recharge the battery.
  • Page 239: Electrical Start From Another Vehicle

    Electrical Start From Another Vehicle The infotainment system will not operate without the engine Jump Start Procedure (Jump Start) running until the battery has regained it’s charge. 1. Position the vehicles so that the connecting cables will Apart from vehicle recovery, this vehicle must not be With the engine running the infotainment system will start reach into the recipient engine bay.
  • Page 240: Fuses

    (i.e. alternator mounting Cabin fuse box – Passenger Footwell. If this vehicle will not start consult your Aston Martin Dealer. bracket). Boot fuse box – LH side of boot.
  • Page 241 Engine Bay Fuses Engine Bay Fuses Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Keep alive power PCM (Bank B) Keep alive power PCM (Bank A) Stolen vehicle tracking system (option) / Injectors 1-6 / Mass air flow sensor (MAF) Clock (Bank A) Cooling fan module Vapour Management valve (VMV) (Bank A) Engine management (PCM A)
  • Page 242 Engine Bay Fuses Cabin Fuses Cabin Fuses Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Blank Multi media module display / In-car phone Spare (option) / GPS tuner (not Middle East) / Alternator warning lamp Diagnostic inputs / Centre stack switches Media player Spare Start button...
  • Page 243 Cabin Fuses Cabin Fuses Cabin Fuses Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Passenger seat heater Spare Passenger door module A/C module Spare Driver door module Spare Spare Passenger seat power and switch pack AM / FM receiver module / Traffic Spare Driver seat power and switch pack monitoring control (TMC) receiver...
  • Page 244: Bulbs

    Bulbs Boot Fuses Boot Fuses Bulb Kit Fuse Rating Function Fuse Rating Function Any bulb used from the kit should be replaced at the earliest Convertible deck lid lock motors (Volante) 20A Transmission control module (Automatic) opportunity so that a full bulb kit is always available. 20A Spare 10A Tyre pressure monitoring Specification...
  • Page 245 Main Beam Bulb Headlamp Bulbs Warning The headlamp bulbs are accessed Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out through an access panel in each of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb by only its plastic wheel arch liner. base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand Turn the steering to the opposite could cause the bulb to break the next time the lock from the defective bulb.
  • Page 246 13.7) sealed glass tube. Once the arc is established, the voltage lowers to normal operating conditions. HID bulbs are not renewable. Refer to your Aston Martin Dealer if a HID bulb fails to operate. 12.36...
  • Page 247 Boot Lamp Interior Lamps 1. Taking care not to damage the vehicle trim, lever out the (A) Quarter panel (C) Door lens unit (A). (B) Footwell (D) Map 2. Twist, anticlockwise, and remove the bulb holder. 1. Taking care not to damage the vehicle trim, lever out the Replace the defective bulb.
  • Page 248: Door Window Reset

    Continue to hold the switch for a further 5 seconds, then release. If a rear lamp fails contact your Aston Martin Dealer. 4. The window is now reset. Repeat for the second window. 12.38...
  • Page 249: Vehicle Cleaning

    This will reduce the efficiency of Aston Martin recommend that after washing this vehicle, the the windscreen wipers, causing smears which will and marking by corrosive substances. The following list is not...
  • Page 250 A hard brush will damage the fabric fibres. Alloy wheel rims should be treated with a cleaner which is organic cleaners. If in doubt, contact your Aston Martin specifically manufactured for this purpose. Rinse the roof fabric thoroughly with clean water to remove Dealer.
  • Page 251 Please damped in soap and water. Do not use detergents, quick Do not allow seat belts to be retracted until they are consult your Aston Martin Dealer for instructions on the cleansers or furniture polishes. completely dry.
  • Page 252: Vehicle Storage

    Vehicle Storage To clean the seat belts, use mild soap and water; do not use 4. If the vehicle is not raised from the ground, increase the Recommendations bleach, solvents or dyes as they can weaken the material. tyre pressures to 3.4 bar (340 kpa / 50 psi). Cover the These recommendations apply to new and pre-owned cars Allow the seat belts to dry thoroughly before use.
  • Page 253 7. Once a month: 4. Wash bodywork of vehicle thoroughly and repair any Extended Storage paint blisters or patches of corrosion in order to prevent 1 Disconnect the battery conditioner or connect the For storage periods exceeding six months the following any further deterioration.
  • Page 254 If the roof still level and, if necessary, top-up with the correct antifreeze does not operate correctly contact your Aston Martin Release the starter button and accelerator pedal. to water solution.
  • Page 255 Full braking performance should then be restored. If in any doubt about the condition of your vehicle, have it checked by your Aston Martin Dealer. 12.45...
  • Page 256 12.46...
  • Page 257 Specifications Contents Engine................13.2 Exterior Dimensions (Coupe) ........13.9 Performance ..............13.2 Exterior Dimensions (Volante) ........13.10 Power and Torque Graph..........13.3 Interior Dimensions............ 13.11 Electrics ............... 13.4 Exterior Features ............13.11 Transmission ..............13.4 Infotainment Centre ........... 13.12 Steering ............... 13.5 Engine Oil Specification ..........
  • Page 258: Engine

    Engine Performance All alloy, quad overhead cam 48 valve V12 Compression 10.2:1 Manual Transmission Ratio Fuel Recommended 98 RON Super Unleaded Max Power 336 kw (450 bhp) @ 5750 rpm for optimum performance. Ignition ’Coil on Plug’ ignition system Max Torque 570 Nm. (420 lb./ft.) @ 5000 rpm Emission 4 Oxygen sensors / three-way catalytic 95 RON minimum.
  • Page 259: Power And Torque Graph

    Power and Torque Graph Automatic Transmission Max Power 336 kw (450 bhp) @ 5750 rpm Max Torque 570 Nm. (420 lb./ft.) @ 5000 rpm 82% of maximum Max Speed torque is produced Coupe 300 km/h (186 m.p.h.) (where permitted) at only 1500 rpm. Volante 265 km/h (165 m.p.h.) (where permitted) 0-60 m.p.h.
  • Page 260: Electrics

    Electrics Transmission Alternator Denso SC2 150 Amps Automatic Transmission Final Drive Voltage Regulation 14.4V ±0.5V @ 20°C (68°F) ZF 6HP26 six speed with ‘Shift by Wire’ (SBW) gear shift Manual Automatic Battery Varta 90AH. technology. Ratio 3.54:1 3.15:1 Gear Limited slip differential. Ratios 4.17:1 2.34:1...
  • Page 261: Steering

    Steering Suspension Brakes Rack and pinion, servotronic speed-sensitive Front Aluminium independent double wishbone Ventilated and grooved steel discs all round. power-assisted steering. Column tilt and reach adjustments. incorporating anti-dive geometry. Coil over Front Discs 355 mm (14 in) diameter aluminium monotube dampers and anti-roll bar. Turns lock Rear Discs 330 mm (13 in) diameter...
  • Page 262: Wheels

    Factory Install stages. Vehicles with 21 mm Roadwheel Nuts Front Aston Martin aluminium alloy wheels, 8.5J x 19 1. To 80 Nm. (60 lb. / ft.) in one continuous movement. Rear Aston Martin aluminium alloy wheels, 9.5J x 19 2. To 180 Nm. (133 lb. / ft.) in one continuous SportPack Option movement.
  • Page 263: Tyres

    Consult your Aston Martin Dealer. The rear lamp cluster is a sealed unit. If any rear cluster Factory Install and SportPack Tyres lamp fails to operate contact your Aston Martin Dealer. Front 2.5 bar (250 kPa / 36psi) Rear 2.6 bar (260 kPa / 38psi)
  • Page 264: Vehicle Specification

    Vehicle Specification Vehicle Weights Kerb weight Body Towing Manual Automatic • Two door Coupe / 2+2 seating This vehicle is not engineered to tow any form of caravan, Coupe 1760 kg (3881 lb) 1800 kg (3968 lb) boat or trailer. •...
  • Page 265: Exterior Dimensions (Coupe)

    1568 (62) 113 (4.5) Ride height (113 mm (4.5 in)) is measured at Aston Martin design weight - Kerb weight + full options (25 kgs (55 lbs.)) + one occupant (75 kgs (165 lbs.)) evenly distributed between the front seats.
  • Page 266: Exterior Dimensions (Volante)

    1568 (62) 113 (4.5) Ride height (113 mm (4.5 in)) is measured at Aston Martin design weight - Kerb weight + full options (25 kgs (55 lbs.)) + 1562 (61.5) one occupant (75 kgs (165 lbs.)) evenly distributed between the front seats.
  • Page 267: Interior Dimensions

    Interior Dimensions Interior Features Exterior Features • Hand-crafted Bridge of Weir leather trim • Heated, electrically adjusted, door mirrors Effective Headroom • Walnut facia veneer (alternative options) • Powerfold Mirrors Coupe Front 932 mm (36.7 in) • Polished aluminium and painted alloy details •...
  • Page 268: Infotainment Centre

    Infotainment Centre Fluids and Capacities • Three levels of audio system with radio and 6 CD Engine oil Mobil 1 Recommended (0W-40) Capacities autochanger To achieve the required high performance of synthetic Litres (Gallons (UK)) • Linn 128W Audio System (standard) lubricants, do not mix with mineral oils.
  • Page 269: Engine Oil Specification

    Engine Oil Specification An oil of 0W-40 viscosity meeting Aston Martin specification WSS M2C913-A/B is preferred. Where this is not possible, oil meeting the following standards may be used. Authority Standard SL / SJ / EC / CF ACEA A3 / B3 / B4 ILSAC 13.13...
  • Page 270 13.14...
  • Page 271 Service Contents Pre-delivery Inspection........... A.2 Replacement of Seat Belt Pre-tensioners.......A.16 Service Periods............... A.4 Field Service Actions ............A.16 Service Record............... A.9 Service Action Recalls...........A.17 Anti Corrosion Inspection..........A.12 Replacement of Airbag Units ........A.16...
  • Page 272: Pre-Delivery Inspection

    Clutch operation (manual). Bonnet release and catch. Hazard warning lamps. Horns. set by Aston Martin Limited. Throttle pedal operation. Door operation and locks. Instrument illumination and Interior lamps. The following checks will be made: dimmer.
  • Page 273 (3) Electrical Checks (5) Road Test (6) Final Checks Reset clock (if necessary). Clutch pedal start inhibit Drive belt tensioner operation. Fuel / fluid leaks. Engine. Noise, vibration or harshness. (Manual). Rear fog lamps. Fuel / brake pipe security. Security of cooling hoses. Clutch (Manual).
  • Page 274: Service Periods

    The following service schedules are recommended for this vehicle. The schedules may be modified if necessary. Please occurs first. 32,000 km (20,000 mile) / 24 month consult your Aston Martin Dealer for details of any service schedule updates. 48,000 km (30,000 mile) / 36 month 1000mls...
  • Page 275 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1500km 16000km 32000km 1500km 16000km 32000km 3 months 12 months 24 months 3 months 12 months 24 months Fluids, Filters and Leaks Checks Every 60,000 km (100,000 mile) / Renew engine coolant - check S.Gravity 5 Years Renew engine oil Check / top-up engine coolant...
  • Page 276 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1500km 16000km 32000km 1500km 16000km 32000km 3 months 12 months 24 months 3 months 12 months 24 months Mechanical Function Checks Check brake hoses, pipes and unions Check power steering pipes and unions for corrosion and Lubricate all door locks and hinges mechanical defects Lubricate bonnet secondary catch...
  • Page 277 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1500km 16000km 32000km 1500km 16000km 32000km 3 months 12 months 24 months 3 months 12 months 24 months Electrical Function Checks Check / operate electric windows Check / operate powerfold mirrors 112,000 km (70,000 mile) Renew spark plugs Check windscreen washers and jets Check / record battery voltage...
  • Page 278 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1000mls 10000mls 20000mls 1500km 16000km 32000km 1500km 16000km 32000km 3 months 12 months 24 months 3 months 12 months 24 months Anti Corrosion Check Final Checks Check body panels and underbody for corrosion starting from Degrease windscreen the inside - out (excluding stone chips).
  • Page 279: Service Record

    Service Record The following service records cover the Pre-Delivery Pre-delivery Inspection Initial 1,500km (1,000 mile) / 3 Month Service Inspection, the Initial 1500km (1000 mile) / 3 month service Odometer: Odometer: and then the regular services at 16,000 km (10,000 mile) or 12 months, which ever occurs first, intervals.
  • Page 280 32,000 km (20,000 mile) / 24 48,000 km (30,000 mile) / 3 year 16,000 km (10,000 mile) / 12 month month Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Applicable Service Actions checked YES Applicable Service Actions checked YES Applicable Service Actions checked YES Open Service Actions completed Open Service Actions completed Open Service Actions completed Dealer Stamp...
  • Page 281 64,000 km (40,000 mile) / 4 year 80,000 km (50,000 mile) / 5 year 97,000 km (60,000 mile) / 6 year Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Applicable Service Actions checked YES Applicable Service Actions checked YES Applicable Service Actions checked YES Open Service Actions completed Open Service Actions completed Open Service Actions completed Dealer Stamp...
  • Page 282: Anti Corrosion Inspection

    Anti Corrosion Inspection 12 Month 113,000 km (70,000 mile) / 7 year 129,000 km (80,000 mile) / 8 year Date: Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Applicable Service Actions checked YES Applicable Service Actions checked YES Open Service Actions completed Open Service Actions completed Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp...
  • Page 283 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year Date: Date: Date: Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Signature........Date....Signature........Date....Signature........Date....A.13...
  • Page 284 5th Year 6th Year 7th Year Date: Date: Date: Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Signature........Date....Signature........Date....Signature........Date....A.14...
  • Page 285 8th Year 9th Year 10th Year Date: Date: Date: Odometer: Odometer: Odometer: Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Signature........Date....Signature........Date....Signature........Date....A.15...
  • Page 286: Replacement Of Airbag Units

    To ensure this is and safely, this work should be carried out by your Aston completed correctly and safely, this work should be carried Martin Dealership. out by your Aston Martin Dealership. Date: Date: Odometer:...
  • Page 287: Service Action Recalls

    Service Action Recalls Action No. Date Dealer Action No. Date Dealer Recall No. Date Dealer A.17...
  • Page 288 A.18...
  • Page 289 Assistance Contents European Emergency Service ......... B.2 Where you are Covered ..........B.4 What To Do In An Emergency........B.2 Benefits................B.5 Vehicle Identification and Location ........ B.2 European Autoroute Restrictions........B.6 Emergency Telephone Numbers........B.3 What is not Covered ............B.7 European Emergency Service .........
  • Page 290: European Emergency Service

    What To Do In An Emergency Vehicle Identification and Location As the owner of an Aston Martin vehicle you should enjoy a Should assistance be required in the unlikely event of vehicle To minimise delay, please have the following information high standard of trouble free motoring.
  • Page 291: Emergency Telephone Numbers

    Emergency Telephone Numbers Please call your toll-free country number when requiring Toll Free Lines Toll Lines assistance within your own country. For assistance when inside your Country of Residence For assistance in your own language when outside your When outside you own country, call the normal toll line for Country of Residence Normal Country of Residence Number...
  • Page 292: European Emergency Service

    European Emergency Service Where you are Covered The Aston Martin European Emergency Service is manned by • If you are a permanent resident in Continental Europe, you Continental Europe is defined as: multilingual staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. By...
  • Page 293: Benefits

    Emergency Service, the cost of a first class rail ticket or (if rail Aston Martin European Emergency Service will organise and costs of taking your Aston Martin to the nearest Aston Martin transport would normally exceed 6 hours) a business class air...
  • Page 294: European Autoroute Restrictions

    Autoroutes in other European countries, you must use the • Production of your current valid driving license If, despite Roadside or Home Assistance, your Aston Martin official SOS boxes at the side of the road in order to arrange • Taking up Collision Damage Waver (CDW) insurance, or cannot be repaired the same day, Aston Martin European initial assistance or recovery.
  • Page 295: What Is Not Covered

    Aston Martin European Emergency 7. Your Aston Martin being kept in an un-roadworthy Service. 4. Motor racing rallies, speed or duration tests or practice condition or not being serviced in accordance with the thereof.
  • Page 297 Warranty Contents Vehicle Warranty ............C.2 Warranty Coverage when Touring ........C.6 Corrosion Protection Warranty........C.2 Extra Cover Warranties...........C.6 Period of Cover.............. C.2 Consumer Law ...............C.7 Who May Repair the Vehicle ......... C.3 Owner Details..............C.8 Wear and Tear Items............C.3 Owner Warranty Transfer..........C.9 What is Not Covered .............
  • Page 298: Vehicle Warranty

    Vehicle Warranty Corrosion Protection Warranty Period of Cover Aston Martin gives a Warranty for each new Aston Martin The vehicles bodywork is protected by an Anti-Perforation The period of cover for all types of warranty commences on motorcar and each replacement car or assembly Corrosion Warranty.
  • Page 299: Who May Repair The Vehicle

    The items listed below are recognised as having a limited Aston Martin, provide facilities for the servicing and repair of or adjustment during scheduled maintenance and those that service life or are subject to wear or damage. However, these Aston Martin motorcars.
  • Page 300: What Is Not Covered

    • Failure to use Aston Martin specified parts or fluids during been unlawfully altered defects for the duration of the Vehicle Warranty.
  • Page 301: Customer Responsibility

    Aston Martin of the vehicle. Proper maintenance and use guard against Aston Martin is not responsible for any repair or replacement major repair expenses resulting from misuse, neglect or • Alterations of the vehicle from Aston Martin’s original...
  • Page 302: Warranty Coverage When Touring

    Aston Martin Extra Cover Warranties are specifically been stamped by the servicing dealer after the completion parts of the world. Any authorised Aston Martin dealer can designed to provide the customer with first class after-sales of a scheduled service operation carry out repairs under the terms of the vehicle warranty.
  • Page 303: Consumer Law

    Consumer Law The Aston Martin warranties are manufacturers’ warranties that supplement and do not affect your legal rights under the vehicle purchase agreement with your selling dealer or under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods.
  • Page 304: Owner Details

    Address Dealer Stamp The new owner should complete a ‘tear off’ sheet (next page) and send the new details to: Aston Martin Warranty Department Aston Martin Lagonda Limited Banbury Road, Vehicle Details Gaydon,...
  • Page 305: Owner Warranty Transfer

    Owner Warranty Transfer Owner Warranty Transfer Owner Warranty Transfer VIN No. VIN No. VIN No. Recorded mileage km / mile Recorded mileage km / mile Recorded mileage km / mile Date of Purchase Date of Purchase Date of Purchase Name Name Name Address...
  • Page 306 C.10...
  • Page 307 Dealer Directory Contents Australia ................ D.3 Monaco ..............D.15 Austria................D.4 Northern Ireland ............D.15 Belgium................. D.4 Norway............... D.15 Canada ................. D.5 New Zealand .............. D.16 Channel Islands ............. D.5 Portugal ..............D.16 Denmark............... D.6 Spain ................D.16 England ................. D.6 South Africa ..............
  • Page 308 If the nearest 2005. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Only Aston Martin Dealers are authorised to carry out Aston Martin Dealer is unable to help, contact Aston Martin changes amongst holders of the Aston Martin franchise may warranty work.
  • Page 309: Australia

    Australia Adelaide Sydney Queensland Solitaire Aston Martin Trivett Classic Garage Pty. Ltd. Sunshine Aston Martin 32 Belair Rd., Hawthorn, Adelaide, SA 5062 PO Box 794, Southport, Queensland, 4215 22-38 Yurong St., East Sydney, NSW 2010 Telephone: (+61) 8 8272 8155...
  • Page 310: Austria

    E-Mail: info@astonmartin-antwerp.com E-Mail: info@astonmartin-brussels.com Vienna Antwerp Aston Martin Wien Aston Martin Belgium Sales, Service and Heritage Motorcity SCS, Autoallee 7, 2334 Vosendorf b., Wein. Blaasveldstraat 72, 2830 Tisselt Telephone: (+43) 1 698 1200-0 Telephone: (+32) (0) 3 886 3910 Facsimile:...
  • Page 311: Canada

    Web Site: www.jacksonsci.com Web Site: www.mclmotorcars.com E-Mail: astonmartin@decarie.com E-Mail: info@jacksons.je E-Mail: sales@mclmotorcars.com Ontario Aston Martin of Ontario 740 Dupont St., Toronto, Ontario, M6G 1Z6 Telephone: (+1) 416 530 1880 Facsimile: (+1) 416 530 4495 Web Site: www.grandtouringautos.com E-Mail: sales@grandtouringautos.com...
  • Page 312: Denmark

    Web Site: E-Mail: astonmartin@reading.lancasterplc.com E-Mail: astonmartin@cambridge.lancasterplc.com E-Mail: sales@aston-martin.dk Buckinghamshire Cheshire Aston Martin Lagonda Limited Stratstone of Wilmslow Works Service, Tickford St., Newport Pagnell, MK16 9AN Water Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 5BQ Telephone: (+44) (0)1908 619264 Telephone: (+44) (0)1625 548802 Facsimile: (+44) (0)1908 216439...
  • Page 313 Derbyshire Essex Hertfordshire Stratstone Aston Martin Derby Grange Aston Martin Grange of Welwyn Sir Frank Whittle Rd., Derby, DE21 4LT 2 Brook St., Brentwood, CM14 5LU Great North Rd., Stanborough, Welwyn Garden City Telephone: (+44) (0)1332 258787 Telephone: (+44) (0)1277 216161...
  • Page 314 Surrey West Midlands London HWM Limited Stratstone Aston Martin Birmingham Aston Martin Sales of Mayfair New Zealand Avenue, Walton on Thames, KT12 1AT Monaco House, Bristol St., Birmingham, B5 7AU Brook House, Park Lane, London, W1K 7AJ Telephone: (+44) (0)1932 240611...
  • Page 315: France

    France Germany West Sussex Cannes Aachen Harwoods Aston Martin Royal Motors Cannes L. Hauswirth Exclusive Cars GMBH Terminus Rd., Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8TX 1390 Avenue du Canpon, 06110 Le Cannet Am Europaplatz, 52068 Aachen Telephone: (+44) (0)1243 836500 Telephone:...
  • Page 316 Bremen Dortmund Dusseldorf Tamsen GMBH Aston Martin Dortmund Moll Sportwagen GMBH Hauptstrasse 55 (B 51), 28816 Stuhr, Bremen Hannoversche Strasse 44, 44143 Dortmund Willstatterstr. 45, 40549 Dusseldorf Telephone: (+49) 421 80 95 80 Telephone: (+49) 231 91 20 40 80...
  • Page 317 E-Mail: info@tamsen.de E-Mail: E-Mail: info@premium-cars.de Mannheim Saarbrucken Kroymans Autohaus Mannheim GMBH Aston Martin House Kreuzer GMBH Saarburger Ring 19-21, 68229 Mannheim Am Romerkastell 10, 66121 Saarbrucken Telephone: (+49) 621 48380-0 Telephone: (+49) 681 968 54450 Facsimile: (+49) 621 48380-99...
  • Page 318: Hong Kong

    Holland Hong Kong Italy Eindhoven Aston Martin (HK) Ltd. Bologna Cito Motors B.V. G/F, 63 Blue Pool Rd., Happy Valley, Hong Kong EmilianAuto Spa. Telephone: (+852) 2366 2017 Huizingalaan 66, 5628 CM Eindhoven Via de Carracci 6, 40131 Bologna Telephone:...
  • Page 319: Japan

    Japan Rome Tokyo Aston Martin Osaka Hakko Aston Martin Rome Atlantic Cars Limited 3-13-7 Sakurai, Mino City, Osaka 562-0043 Telephone: (+81) 072-721-0808 Via G Antonelli 2, 00197 Rome 2-3-3 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106 – 0041 Telephone: (+39) 06808 2487 Telephone:...
  • Page 320: Malaysia

    No. 2 Block B Lot 4900, Jalan SS 13/7, Mana Automotive S.A.L. Floor 23, Emirates Towers, Dubai Subang Jaya Industrial Estate, 47500, Petaling Jaya Aston Martin & Land Rover Building, Chouran, Unesco, Telephone: (+971) 4 330 0999 Telephone: (+603) 737 1280...
  • Page 321: Monaco

    Monaco Northern Ireland Norway Monte Carlo Antrim Oslo British Motors SAM Charles Hurst Limited As Insignia 62 Boucher Rd., Belfast, BT12 6LR Sofienberggaten 35, N-0558 Oslo 15 Boulevard Princesse Charlotte, 98000 Monte Carlo Telephone: (+44) (0) 28 9038 1721 Telephone: (+47) 2323 3377 Telephone: (+377) 97 978 978...
  • Page 322: New Zealand

    Portugal Spain Auckland Porto Barcelona Independant Presitige Limited Jaguar Automoveis LDA Aston Martin Barcelona Avenida de França, 256-366 Edificio Capitolio, 4050-272, Roger de Lluria 115, 08037 Barcelona 150 Great North Rd., PO Box 68 537, Grey Lynn, Porto Auckland Telephone:...
  • Page 323: South Africa

    Switzerland Marbella Johannesburg Geneva C De Salamanca SA Aston Martin Sandton Garage P Keller SA Carretera de Cádiz Km 171, 29670 San Pedro de Sandton Isle, Corner Rivonia Rd. 2 Rue du Grand Pré 2, 1202 Genève, Suisse Alcántara, Marbella...
  • Page 324: Singapore

    Singapore Scotland Lugano Aston Martin Lagonda (SEA) PTE Ltd. Lothian Garage Tarcisio Pasta SA Number 1 Tuas Basin Link, Singapore 638755 Murray Motor Company Telephone: (+65) 6862 5868 Via Monteceneri 1, 6593 Cadenazzo 6 Bankhead Drive, Sighthill, Edinburgh, EH11 4DJ...
  • Page 325: United States Of America

    United States of America Aston Martin Lagonda of North America Inc. California Aston Martin Silicon Valley 533 MacArthur Boulevard, Mahwah, NJ 07430 Aston Martin of Beverly Hills 66 East Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030 Telephone: (+1) 201 818 8352...
  • Page 326 (+1) 720 284 0792 E-Mail: E-Mail: Web Site: www.peopleastonmartin.com E-Mail: Cush Aston Martin of San Diego Galpin Aston Martin 5202 Kearney Mesa Rd., San Diego, CA 92111 15500 Roscoe Boulevard, Van Nuys, California, 91406 Connecticut Telephone: (+1) 858 541 0200...
  • Page 327 Florida Aston Martin Naples Georgia Aston Martin of Tampa Bay 850 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, Florida 34102 Aston Martin of Atlanta Telephone: (+1) 239 263 6070 320 East Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33612 11875 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell, GA 30076 Telephone:...
  • Page 328 New Jersey Aston Martin of Troy Millar Motor Cars F.C. Kerbeck Aston Martin 1815 Maplelawn, Troy, MI 48084 Aston Martin Long Island Sales, 1060 North Blvd., Roslyn, 100 Route 73 North, Palmyra, NJ 08065 NY11576 Telephone: (+1) 248 643 6900...
  • Page 329 Ray Catena Aston Martin Ohio Pennsylvania 910 US Route 1, Edison, NJ 08817 Midwestern Auto Group Bobby Rahal Aston Martin Telephone: (+1) 732 205 9000 6335 Perimeter Loop Rd., Dublin, OH 43017 15035 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090 Facsimile: (+1) 732 205 9101...
  • Page 330: Wales

    Wales Star Motor Cars Washington South Glamorgan 7000 Katy Rd., Houston, TX 77024 Aston Martin Seattle Stratstone Aston Martin Cardiff Telephone: (+1) 713 868 6800 311 Baker Boulevard, Seattle, Washington 98188 Pentwyn House, Avenue Park, Pentwyn, Cardiff, CF23 8HE Facsimile:...
  • Page 331 Alphabetical Index Accessory Power Socket .........3.16 Approach Lighting ..........2.10 Acknowledge messages ..........4.5 Aston Martin Assistance ........... B.1 Air Conditioning Aston Martin Warranties .......... C.1 Automatic Operation ..........7.6 Audio Control Switches ...........7.3 CD Changer ............8.16 Dehumidifying ............7.9 Radio Data System – RDS ........8.9 Manual Operation ..........7.7...
  • Page 332 Bonnet - Opening / Closing ........12.8 Boot Emergency Release .......... 2.9 Battery Charge .............12.23 Car Phone (Option) Brakes Battery Connect Switch (BCS) ......12.26 Controls ..............9.2 Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) ......5.10 Battery Disconnect Switch ........12.29 Emergency Calls ...........9.4 Footbrake ............5.9 Battery Maintenance ..........12.23 Making Calls ............9.7 Handbrake ............
  • Page 333 Controls Centre Stack ............4.12 Dangerous Substances ........... 12.5 Electric Windows ...........3.17 Information / Warning Lights ........ 4.6 Data Recording ............1.5 Emergency - What To Do ........B.2 Instrument Cluster ..........4.4 Day Time Running Lights ........4.16 Emergency Telephone Numbers ......B.3 Stalk Controls .............
  • Page 334 Gear Position Indicator Display ........4.5 Leaving the Boot Open While the Vehicle Maintenance ............12.7 Gearshift Paddles .............5.4 is Locked ..............2.8 Bulb Changing ..........12.35 Glovebox ...............4.13 Levels Bulb Kit ............12.34 Brake Fluid ............12.11 Fluid Levels ............12.9 Engine Coolant ..........12.12 Tool Kit ..............12.6 Handbrake ............5.11 Power Steering Fluid ........
  • Page 335 Paint Work ............12.39 Raising the Roof (Volante) ........6.3 Safety Defects - Reporting ........1.6 Panic Alarm ............2.11 Reading Lamps ............3.18 Satellite Navigation Park (P) Override ............. 5.5 Reduced Guard Switch .......... 4.16 Changing the DVD ..........11.2 Parking Assist Registration Plate Lights ........
  • Page 336 Specifications Starting the Engine ..........5.18 Brakes ..............13.5 Steering Wheel Adjustment ........3.3 Umbrella ..............3.19 Engine ..............13.2 Stolen Vehicle Tracking System (Option) ....2.2 Unlocking the Vehicle ..........2.4 Infotainment Centre .........13.12 Storage ..............3.15 Unlocking using the Ignition Key ......2.4 Interior Features ..........13.11 Unnecessary Battery Drain ........4.18 Performance ............13.2...
  • Page 337 Warning Triangle ........... 12.6 Wheel Nut Torque ..........13.6 Wind Deflector (Option (Volante)) ......6.9 Window Reset .............12.38 Windscreen Blade Replacement ......12.13 Winter Wheels ............13.6 Wipers ..............4.10 Wiper Control ............ 4.10 Remote Transmitter...

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