Engine:
V12 Naturally Aspirated (6.0L)
Transmission:
6-Speed Manual and 5-Speed Automatic Transaxle Options
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Suspension:
Double Wishbone (Front & Rear), Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
Brakes:
AP Racing 4-Piston Calipers, Ventilated Discs (Front & Rear)
Steering:
Hydraulic Power-Assisted Rack and Pinion
Electrical System:
Complete Wiring Diagrams, ECU, Sensors, Lighting
Body And Chassis:
Bonded Aluminium Structure, Composite Body Panels
Fuel System:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), Fuel Pump, Injectors
Cooling System:
Engine Cooling, Radiator, Water Pump
Exhaust System:
Catalytic Converters, Mufflers, Tailpipes
Maintenance:
Scheduled Service, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks
Engine Repair:
Complete Disassembly, Reassembly, Component Replacement (pistons, valves, crankshaft)
Transmission Repair:
Manual and Automatic Transaxle Overhaul, Clutch Replacement, Gearbox Servicing
Suspension And Steering Repair:
Component Replacement, Alignment Procedures, Power Steering System Servicing
Brake System Service:
Pad and Rotor Replacement, Caliper Servicing, Brake Fluid Flush
Electrical Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic Procedures, Sensor Testing, Wiring Harness Repair
Bodywork And Trim:
Panel Removal/Installation, Interior Trim Repair, Sealing
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Symptom-to-Cause Analysis
Technical Specifications:
Torque Values, Clearances, Tolerances, Fluid Capacities
Air Conditioning System:
Servicing, refrigerant recharge, component diagnosis
Lighting System:
Bulb replacement, headlight aiming, wiring repair
Interior Components:
Seat removal, dashboard disassembly, trim panel replacement
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Step-by-step guides for identifying and resolving common faults.
Depth Of Coverage:
Complete Factory Level Diagnostics and Repair Procedures
Target Audience:
Professional Technicians and Advanced DIY Mechanics
Diagnostic Tools:
Guidance on the use of specialized diagnostic tools and equipment
Complete Disassembly Assembly:
Yes, covering all major and minor mechanical and electrical components.
Transmission Type 1:
6-Speed Manual Transaxle
Transmission Type 2:
5-Speed Automatic Transaxle (with paddle shifters on later models)
Transaxle Layout:
Rear-mounted transaxle for optimal weight distribution
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific API GL-4 or GL-5 specification and viscosity grade (e.g., 75W-90)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific Dexron III or equivalent fluid specification
Crash Test Results:
Not extensively tested by independent bodies due to low production volume; factory safety systems are paramount.
Traction Control:
Yes (ASR - Acceleration Slip Regulation)
Electronic Stability Control:
Yes (EDC - Electronic Damping Control)
ABS:
Yes (Anti-lock Braking System)
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts with pretensioners
Minor Service:
10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (oil, filters, checks)
Major Service:
20,000 miles or 24 months (includes brake fluid, spark plugs, differential fluid)
Timing Belt Replacement:
N/A (Engine utilizes a timing chain)
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual for specific SAE viscosity grade (e.g., 10W-40 or 5W-40) and API/ACEA specifications (e.g., API SN, ACEA A3/B4)
Coolant:
Ethylene Glycol-based Antifreeze/Coolant (e.g., Castrol Radicool-248 or equivalent)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 High-Temperature Brake Fluid
Common Issues:
Potential for electrical gremlins, clutch wear (manual), gearbox actuator issues (automatic), occasional oil leaks, exhaust system corrosion.
Maintenance Recommendation:
Regular servicing by Aston Martin specialists is crucial due to the car's complexity and exclusivity.
