Engine Service Repair:
        
        
            Comprehensive engine diagnostics, maintenance, repair, and overhaul procedures for the V8 engine.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Service Repair:
        
        
            Service and repair procedures for the transmission (likely a ZF 4-speed automatic or a manual option).
        
     
    
        
            Brake System:
        
        
            Detailed coverage of the braking system, including hydraulic components, discs, calipers, and adjustment.
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagram:
        
        
            Includes detailed wiring diagrams for electrical systems.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Comprehensive coverage of all electrical components, circuits, and troubleshooting.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Service and repair procedures for front and rear suspension components.
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Detailed information on the steering system, including power steering components.
        
     
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Maintenance and repair of the radiator, fan, water pump, and associated plumbing.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Injection Fuel System:
        
        
            Coverage of fuel delivery, injection system (likely Lucas K-Jetronic), fuel pump, and filters.
        
     
    
        
            Emission System:
        
        
            Details on emission control systems relevant to the 1984 model year.
        
     
    
        
            Heater Air Conditional:
        
        
            Service and repair for the climate control system.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Control System:
        
        
            Information on the engine management and control systems.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Body:
        
        
            Bodywork repair, chassis adjustments, and structural information.
        
     
    
        
            Restraint System:
        
        
            Details on seat belts and any early forms of passive restraint systems.
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Information related to interior trim, components, and their repair.
        
     
    
        
            Differential Drive:
        
        
            Service and repair of the rear axle and differential.
        
     
    
        
            Axle:
        
        
            Information on front and rear axles.
        
     
    
        
            General Maintenance:
        
        
            Routine maintenance procedures, including checks and adjustments.
        
     
    
        
            Periodic Lubrication:
        
        
            Detailed lubrication schedule and specifications.
        
     
    
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Extensive troubleshooting guides for diagnosing and resolving issues.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed diagnostic procedures for all major vehicle systems.
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair instructions for virtually every component.
        
     
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Guidance on all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly Assembly:
        
        
            Detailed procedures for taking apart and reassembling components.
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning Reinstalling:
        
        
            Instructions on proper cleaning and reinstallation of parts.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Professional-level technical information, equivalent to factory service manuals.
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams Illustrations:
        
        
            Hundreds of detailed diagrams, drawings, and photos to guide repairs.
        
     
    
        
            Critical Information:
        
        
            Includes notes, cautions, and warnings to highlight critical information.
        
     
    
        
            Instruction Format:
        
        
            Numbered instructions for step-by-step guidance.
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations Matching:
        
        
            Bold figure numbers for easy matching of illustrations with instructions.
        
     
    
        
            Part Identification:
        
        
            Enlarged insets to help identify and examine parts in detail.
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Aston Martin V8 (Tornado series, likely 5.3L OHV V8)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Range:
        
        
            Approximately 280-300 bhp (figures vary by specific engine tune and market regulations).
        
     
    
        
            Torque Range:
        
        
            Approximately 320-340 lb-ft (figures vary).
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Lucas K-Jetronic Fuel Injection
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            90.3 mm x 100.0 mm (standard 5.3L V8)
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            5340 cc (5.3 Liters)
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            Typically around 9.5:1 to 10.5:1 depending on tune.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Approximately 4,660 mm (183.5 in)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            Approximately 1,778 mm (70 in)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Approximately 1,320 mm (52 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approximately 1,800 - 1,900 kg (3,968 - 4,189 lbs)
        
     
    
        
            Gross Vehicle Weight:
        
        
            Not specified, but typically around 2,300 kg.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 3,000 - 5,000 miles or annually, with specific recommendations in the manual.
        
     
    
        
            Major Service Interval:
        
        
            Detailed major service intervals (e.g., ignition system, valve clearances) will be specified in the manual, likely around 12,000 - 15,000 miles.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Grade:
        
        
            SAE 20W-50 or 10W-50 mineral oil is common for this era's V8 engines, though the manual will specify precise grades and capacities.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            Dexron III/Mercon equivalent for the automatic transmission (verify specific type with manual).
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Problems:
        
        
            Carburetor/fuel injection tuning, ignition system components, suspension wear, cooling system leaks, electrical gremlins. The manual addresses these.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Identity:
        
        
            Renowned for producing high-performance luxury grand tourers with a rich motorsport heritage.
        
     
    
    
        
            V8 Saloon Lineage:
        
        
            Evolved from the original V8 introduced in 1969, with continuous updates to engine, chassis, and styling through various series (Series 1-5).
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Period:
        
        
            The V8 Saloon (across its various iterations) was produced from 1972 until 1989. The 1984 model falls within the Series 4 and transition to Series 5.
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, England