Aston Martin DB9 User Manual
1 .......................................................................... Introduction
2 .....................................................................Vehicle Security
3 .......................................................................Before Driving
4 ...........................................................Controls and Switches
5 .................................................................................. Driving
6 ....................................................Convertible Roof (Volante)
7 .....................................................................Climate Control
8 .....................................................................................Audio
9 ...............................................................Car Phone (Option)
10 ..............................................................Bluetooth (Option)
11 .............................................. Satellite Navigation (Option)
12 ....................................................................... Maintenance
13 ...................................................................... Specifications
A...................................................................................Service
B ..............................................................................Assistance
C............................................................................... Warranty
D .................................................................. Dealer Directory
E ................................................................ Alphabetical Index
1.2
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of
the particulars contained in this Owner’s Guide, neither the
manufacturer nor the Dealer, by whom this Owner’s Guide is
supplied, shall in any circumstances be held responsible for
any inaccuracy or the consequences thereof.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any
form, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or
other means without prior written permission from
Aston Martin Lagonda Limited.
The manufacturer reserves the right to vary specifications
without notice in accordance with its policy of continual
product improvement.
Produced by the Technical Publications Department
ASTON MARTIN LAGONDA LIMITED
Banbury Road,
Gaydon,
WARWICK
Warwickshire,
CV35 0DB,
England
Telephone (+44) 01926 644700
Fax (+44) 01926 644733
Issue 3 – June 2005
Part Number – 4G43-19A321-AC
Welcome....................................................................... 1.4
Component Location ..................................................... 1.4
Vehicle Identification ..................................................... 1.5
Introduction
Contents
Data Recording .............................................................. 1.5
Vehicle Provenance........................................................ 1.6
Welcome
to your new Aston Martin.
This Owner’s Guide, along with other publications included
in your literature pack, provides information which will
enhance your pleasure from owning and driving your
Introduction
Aston Martin.
This Owner’s Guide has been designed to explain the
vehicle’s operation and to make the control of it’s system
easy to understand and operate.
All new owner’s are recommended to carefully study the
contents of this Owner’s Guide prior to driving.
This Owner’s Guide forms part of the essential vehicle
equipment for homologation purposes and must remain with
the vehicle at all times.
1.4
The following Warnings, Cautions and Notes are used within
this Owner’s Guide to call your attention to specific types of
information.
Warnings
Warning
Identifies procedures which must be followed precisely
to help avoid the risk of personal injury.
Cautions
Provided to indicate procedures which must be followed
precisely to reduce the possibility of damage to your
vehicle.
Notes
Provided to indicate procedures which will help to avoid
difficulties in the operation of your vehicle.
Component Location
All directions for locating
components are described as
viewed from the driver’s seat,
i.e. the fuel filler cap
indicated on this diagram will
be described as ‘located at
the rear left side of the
vehicle’.
Vehicle Identification
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is shown in the left
hand corner of the windscreen.
The Vehicle Identification Plate, attached to the front
subframe behind the engine bay front cross member (viewed
from above), is model and market dependant:
The vehicle identification
number is also stamped into
the floorpan in the RH side
footwell.
To view the vehicle identification number stamped into the
floorpan lift the carpet up, from the front, and then lift the
sound deadening material.
Data Recording
Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed
data, potentially including but not limited to information
such as:
• The use of restraint systems including seat belts by the
driver and passengers
• Information about the performance of various systems and
modules in the vehicle
• Information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or
other system status
Any of this information could potentially include information
regarding how the driver operates the vehicle, potentially
including but not limited to information regarding vehicle
speed, brake, throttle application or steering input. This
information may be stored under regular operation, in a
crash or near crash event.
1.5
Introduction
This information may be read out and used by:
•AstonMartin
• Service and repair facilities
• Law enforcement or government agencies
Introduction
• Others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to
know such information
1.6
Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform your Aston Martin Dealer or the
manufacturers Service Operations Department at the
address shown.
Aston Martin Lagonda Limited
Service Operations Department
Banbury Road
Gaydon
WARWICK
CV35 0DB
England
Telephone:
(International) ++44 1926 644700
(United Kingdom) 01926 644700
Facsimile (++44) 1926 644733
Vehicle Provenance
Model
e.g. Manual, Automatic
Colour
Body
Exterior
Vehicle
Identification
Number
As on the VIN plate
Interior Trim/
Piping
Interior
Veneers
First Owner
Third Owner
Fifth Owner
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Second Owner
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Fourth Owner
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Sixth Owner
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Introduction
1.7
Introduction
1.8
Introduction................................................................... 2.2
Tracker System (Mainland UK only)................................ 2.2
Vehicle Key and Remote Transmitter.............................. 2.3
Unlocking the Vehicle.................................................... 2.4
Locking the Vehicle........................................................ 2.5
Master Lock Switch ........................................................ 2.6
Opening the Doors ........................................................ 2.7
Fuel Flap Release ........................................................... 2.7
Boot Open / Close / Lock ............................................... 2.7
Boot Emergency Release ................................................ 2.9
Deadlocking................................................................... 2.9
Drive-Away Locking....................................................... 2.9
Vehicle Security
Contents
Approach Lighting........................................................ 2.10
Homesafe .................................................................... 2.10
Alarm Cycle ................................................................. 2.10
Panic Alarm (Where enabled)....................................... 2.11
Alarm Options.............................................................. 2.11
Reduced Guard............................................................ 2.12
Remote Transmitter...................................................... 2.12
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) .................................. 2.13
Personalisation ............................................................. 2.14
Introduction
Japanese Market
No vehicle alarm is installed.
Follow lock and unlock procedures as detailed, but
disregard references to vehicle alarm system.
This vehicle is protected by an electronic security system.
Vehicle Security
Two levels of alarm system are available:
•Standard
• High Specification (option) – includes an interior
movement sensor and a tilt sensor
Vehicle protection is enhanced by a passive anti-theft system
(PATS) which provides engine immobilisation if the wrong
ignition key is used.
2.2
The total vehicle security system includes:
• Remote arming and disarming
• Perimeter sensing
• Remote door, boot, fuel flap release lock and unlock
• A guard reduction mode
• Panic alarm
• Alarm siren with battery backup (in markets where audible
sirens are permitted)
• Random code encryption to prevent electronic scanning or
grabbing of the ignition key fob identity code
• Interior movement sensor (High spec alarm system only)
• Tilt Sensor (High spec alarm system only)
• Passive anti-theft system (PATS) (Engine immobilisation)
With the vehicle armed, any attempt to forcibly open a door,
the boot or the bonnet will result in full alarm activation.
Tracker System (Mainland UK only)
The Tracker hardware is installed as standard to UK vehicles
only and may be activated for any owners who wish to
subscribe to this additional vehicle security system. Please
consult your Aston Martin Dealer for Tracker details and
subscription rates.
The Tracker system places extra demands on vehicle
power while active. This will reduce vehicle battery
stand-by time (Refer to ’Battery Charge’, page 12.21).
Vehicle Key and Remote Transmitter
The vehicle is supplied with three keys and two remote
transmitters. The keys operate the ignition and the door lock,
the remote transmitter operates the central locking and alarm
systems.
Keep the ‘spare’ keys and a remote transmitter together and
in a safe place.
Do not leave them in
the vehicle.
If a key or a remote
transmitter is lost,
contact your
Aston Martin Dealer.
Remote Transmitter
(A) Lock – One step vehicle
locking and alarm enable
(Refer to ’Locking the Vehicle’,
page 2.5).
The vehicle will deadlock
after 25 seconds.
(B) Unlock – One step vehicle
unlocking (Refer to ’Unlocking
the Vehicle’, page 2.4).
(C) Boot Open – Press to
enable the boot catch (Refer to ’Boot Open / Close / Lock’,
page 2.7).
(D) Panic Alarm – Activates / deactivates the panic alarm
(Refer to ’Panic Alarm (Where enabled)’, page 2.11).
(E) Approach Light – Activates the front and rear side lamps
(Refer to ’Approach Lighting’, page 2.10).
Vehicle Security
2.3
Unlocking the Vehicle
Using the Remote Transmitter
Stand within 5m (16ft) of the vehicle. Point the remote
transmitter towards the vehicle and press the button.
The direction indicators will flash twice (Refer to
Vehicle Security
’Personalisation’, page 2.14), indicating that the alarm has
been deactivated. Both vehicle doors will unlock. The boot
catch and fuel flap release switch will be enabled.
The remote transmitter can be programmed to:
a. Unlock all doors and enable the boot and fuel flap
release switches with one press of the button
b. Unlock the drivers door only with the first press of the
button and the rest of the vehicle with a second
press.
2.4
The vehicle alarm is disabled on the first press of the button.
(Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14).
As the vehicle is unlocked, the interior lamps will switch on
for 5 minutes. The lamps will switch off 30 seconds after
doors are closed or when the vehicle is started.
Using the Ignition Key
Turn the ignition key towards the rear of the vehicle and
release to centrally unlock the vehicle, enable the boot and
fuel flap release switches.
If unlocking a door using the ignition key after the vehicle
was armed, the alarm will activate. To deactivate the alarm
insert the key into the ignition and turn to position ‘II’ or
press the button on the remote transmitter.
Unlocking from Inside the Vehicle
If Locked with the Remote Transmitter
If the vehicle has been locked using the remote transmitter,
deadlocking will be active (Refer to ’Deadlocking’, page
2.9).
If the reduced guard switch has been activated, one pull of a
door handle will centrally unlock the doors, a second pull of
the door handle will open that door (Refer to ’Master Lock
Switch’, page 2.6).
If the reduced guard switch was not activated before
locking the vehicle, passengers will not be able to unlock
a door from the inside (Refer to ’Reduced Guard’, page
2.12).
If Locked with the Vehicle Key
One pull of a door handle will centrally unlock the doors, a
second pull of the door handle will open that door (Refer to
’Master Lock Switch’, page 2.6).
Locking the Vehicle
Using the Remote Transmitter
Ensure that both doors, the boot and the bonnet are closed.
Stand within 5 m (16 ft.) of the vehicle. Point the remote
transmitter towards the vehicle and press the button
once to lock the doors, disable the boot and fuel flap release
switches and set the vehicle alarm.
The vehicle will arm and deadlock after 25 seconds.
The direction indicators will flash once (Refer to
’Personalisation’, page 2.14) as the alarm is activated.
If the vehicle is locked with the boot open, the vehicle will
lock and arm but deadlocking, tilt (option) and interior
movement (option) sensors will not activate. When closing
the boot deadlocking, tilt (option) and interior movement
(option) sensors will activate and the whole vehicle will be
locked and armed.
Do not leave the vehicle keys and remote transmitter in
the boot. If the boot is closed there will be no access to
the contents of the boot.
If passengers are to remain in the vehicle after it has
been locked using the remote transmitter, the reduced
guard switch (A) must be activated before locking. This
enables passengers to open the doors from inside the
vehicle (Refer to ’Reduced Guard’, page 2.12).
Vehicle Security
2.5
Using the Ignition Key
Turn the ignition key towards the front of the vehicle and
release to centrally lock the vehicle, disable the boot and fuel
flap release switches.
Vehicle Security
The alarm will not be activated.
Automatic Re-locking
If the vehicle is locked by remote transmitter and then
unlocked by remote transmitter but a door or the boot is not
opened within 120 seconds, then the vehicle will
automatically lock and arm again.
Passive Alarm Setting (Belgium Only)
If, after a journey, the drivers door is opened and then closed
the alarm will automatically set after 90 seconds.
2.6
Master Lock Switch
Doors, fuel flap and boot release switches may be locked /
unlocked by pressing the master lock switch.
If the vehicle is locked
using the master lock
switch, one pull of a
door handle will
centrally unlock the
doors, a second pull of
the door handle will
open that door.
In the event of a vehicle accident the doors will
automatically unlock.
The master lock switch will not operate if the vehicle has
been locked from the outside using either the vehicle key or
the remote transmitter.
Operation of the master lock switch will override ‘Drive away
locking’.
(Refer to ’Deadlocking’, page 2.9).
Opening the Doors
Push at point
(A) and grab
the emerging
door release.
Pull the door
release to
open the door.
If ‘Drive-away’
locking is
active one pull
of the door
handle will
centrally unlock both doors and a second pull will open that
door (Refer to ’Drive-Away Locking’, page 2.9).
If the door is left open the door puddle lamp will go out after
30 seconds.
Fuel Flap Release
Push the fuel flap release switch to
open the fuel flap.
Unlock the vehicle using the
remote transmitter, to enable
the fuel flap release
The fuel flap release is disabled
when the vehicle is locked using
the remote transmitter or when the
vehicle moves off.
Boot Open / Close / Lock
Press the button on the remote transmitter to enable the
boot release switches.
If the vehicle is locked and armed the alarm system will be
disabled and the direction indicators will flash twice (Refer
to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14). The doors will remain
locked.
From inside the
vehicle press (A) or
operate the boot
catch (B) and lift open
the boot lid.
2.7
Vehicle Security
To close, lower the boot lid and ensure the boot catch
engages.
The boot will not be locked.
Always ensure the boot is securely closed after use. The boot
interior lamps will remain on for 30 minutes if the boot lid
Vehicle Security
is left partially open.
2.8
Lock the boot by pressing the button on the remote
transmitter (The direction indicators will flash once (Refer to
’Personalisation’, page 2.14) as the alarm is activated).
Leaving the Boot Open While the Vehicle is Locked
To use the battery conditioner (Refer to ’Battery
Conditioner’, page 12.22) the boot has to be left open (boot
lid down but not latched).
If the vehicle is locked, with the remote transmitter, while the
boot is open, the vehicle will lock and arm (dealocking, tilt
(option) and interior movement (option) sensors will not
activate).
If the boot is then closed (latched) deadocking, tilt (option)
and interior movement (option) sensors will activate and the
whole vehicle will be locked and armed.
Do not leave the vehicle keys and remote transmitter in
the boot. If the boot is closed there will be no access to
the contents of the boot.
Boot Emergency Release
The boot can be opened from inside
the boot by pulling the luminous
emergency release handle.
Deadlocking
The vehicle will automatically deadlock after 25 seconds
when arming the vehicle using the remote transmitter.
When the vehicle is deadlocked, the doors cannot be
opened from the inside by pulling the interior door handle.
To open the doors activate the remote transmitter or use
vehicle key.
If passengers are to remain in the vehicle after locking
with the remote transmitter, the reduced guard switch
must be activated before locking (Refer to ’Reduced
Guard’, page 2.12).
Drive-Away Locking
All Markets Except Japanese
Drive away-locking (Auto Lock) is factory set to active (Refer
to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14).
Japanese Market
Drive away-locking (Auto Lock) is factory set to inactive
(Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14).
When drive-away locking is active the central locking system
will automatically engage as the vehicle moves off. Both
doors and the boot will lock. This function prevents
unwanted access to the vehicle when stopped at traffic lights
etc.
One pull of a door handle will centrally unlock both doors, a
second pull of the door handle will open that door.
In the event of a vehicle accident the doors will
automatically unlock.
2.9
Vehicle Security
Approach Lighting
When approaching the vehicle the side lamps can be
activated by pressing the button on the remote
transmitter.
The time that the side lamps stay on is programmable (Refer
Vehicle Security
to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14).
2.10
Homesafe
When exiting the vehicle and the ignition key has been
removed, flash the main beam (pull the LH stalk forwards
and release without latching), to active Homesafe. The main
beam and rear lamps will stay on for either 30, 60 or
90 seconds (Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.14).
If Homesafe has been activated with the master lamp
switch at position 3 (headlamps on), the main beam will
remain on. Ensure the master lamp switch is at position
1 before exiting (Refer to ’Master Lamp Switch’, page
4.16).
Alarm Cycle
Full Alarm Activation
A siren will sound for a 25 seconds cycle (ten cycles
maximum).
Markets where audible sirens are permitted.
The direction indicators flash for 5 minutes after which the
security system returns to the armed state.
Markets where visible alarm signals are permitted.
Doors and boot will remain locked throughout.
The alarm can be deactivated at any time during activation
by pressing the button on the remote transmitter or by
inserting the vehicle key into the ignition and turning to
position ‘II’.
Panic Alarm (Where enabled)
Panic Alarm feature is not enabled for all markets.
This feature may be used to attract attention while inside or
outside the vehicle.
To activate the panic alarm either:
• Press the button on the remote transmitter for a
minimum of 3 seconds
• Press the button on the remote transmitter twice
within 3 seconds
When activated the vehicle horn will sound for 25 seconds
and the direction indicators will flash.
After the first three (3) seconds of activation, the panic alarm
can be deactivated by pressing the button on the
remote transmitter.
If the button is not pressed the panic alarm will cease
to sound after 25 seconds.
Alarm Options
Interior Movement Sensor
When the vehicle alarm system is activated the interior
movement sensor will sense movement inside the vehicle. If
movement is detected it will activate the vehicles alarm
system (Refer to ’Reduced Guard’, page 2.12).
Tilt Sensor
When the vehicle alarm system is activated the tilt sensor will
sense if the vehicle is tilted i.e., if the vehicle is being raised
on a jack. If vehicle tilt is detected it will activate the vehicles
alarm system (Refer to ’Reduced Guard’, page 2.12).
2.11
Vehicle Security
Reduced Guard
Vehicle Security
If passengers are to remain in the vehicle after it has
been locked using the remote transmitter, the reduced
guard switch (A) must be activated before locking. This
will allow passengers to open the doors from inside the
vehicle.
2.12
When guard reduction is activated deadlocking, interior
movement (option) and tilt (option) sensors are disabled. This
will allow passengers to open the doors from the inside by
pulling the interior door handle and passengers or animals to
be left in the vehicle without activating the security system.
With the ignition key in the ‘0’ or ‘I’ position or within
60 seconds of removing the ignition key the reduced guard
switch can be activated.
The ignition key must have turned from position ‘II’ first.
The switch will show red when reduced guard is active.
Reduced guard remains active until the ignition key is
inserted and turned to position ‘II’.
Remote Transmitter
Battery Replacement
When the remote transmitter battery is low the warning
‘Remote Battery Low Voltage’ will show in the message
centre right.
Do not press the operating buttons during battery
replacement. If the coding is disrupted, it will be
necessary to have your Aston Martin Dealer
re-programme the remote transmitter.
Take care not to damage upper electrical contacts in battery
compartment.
Battery type: CR2032 three volt battery x1.
1. Remove the small grub screw and withdraw the key
holder.
2. Remove a second grub screw and then part the two
halves of the battery case.
3. Replace the battery (+ve side down).
Finger marks will reduce battery life. Avoid touching the flat
surfaces of the battery and wipe the battery clean before
installation.
4. Reassemble the remote transmitter.
5. Test the alarm system ‘arm’
and ‘disarm’, using the remote
transmitter from a range of
approximately 5 m (16 ft.).
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
PATS is a fully automatic engine immobiliser.
In the event of loss of one of the ignition keys, duplicate
ignition keys can be created and programmed from the
other ignition key by your Aston Martin Dealer.
Two coded ignition keys are
provided with the vehicle. These
ignition keys fit both the door locks
and the ignition lock.
To ensure a trouble-free signal
exchange between the ignition key
and the vehicle, do not cover the
ignition key head with any metal object (e.g. metal ignition
key tags or another ignition key).
Starting the Engine
When the alarm system is disarmed and the vehicle ignition
key is turned in the ignition lock, the PATS controller sends a
signal to the ignition key. The ignition key must respond with
a valid ignition key code before engine start will be enabled.
If a valid code is received, the ignition system will operate
normally.
If the ignition key code is not received, or is invalid, engine
start remains disabled.
2.13
Vehicle Security
PATS Status
The PATS system state is shown by the red lamp on the
instrument cluster (A).
Vehicle Security
2.14
Ignition Action (Valid code)
Ignition turned ‘On’ Lamp illuminates for three
seconds.
Ignition turned ‘Off’ Lamp will flash.
Ignition turned ‘Off’ and
ignition key removed.
Fault Mode
If the status lamp continues flashing when the ignition is
turned on, the vehicle will remain immobilised.
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.
Lamp will flash periodically for
five minutes or until the
vehicle is locked using the
remote transmitter.
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.
(5) Screen – Presents options, menus and information.
(6) Menu Navigation – Scroll up or down in the menus
(7) Menu Navigation – Alternative method for scrolling
through the menus. Turn left or right to scroll up / down in
the menus.
With the ignition at position ‘II’ and the Infotainment centre
on, press Menu. Select Car Settings...
From Car Settings... scroll to the required setting. Press Enter.
Use the Scroll buttons to make a selection and press Enter
to accept.
2.15
Vehicle Security
Menu
1. Car Settings...
1.1 Lock confirm. light (*On / Off)
1.2 Unlock confirm. light (*On / Off)
Vehicle Security
1.3 Doors auto lock (On / *Off)
1.4 Doors unlock...
• **All doors / Driver door, then all
1.5 Approach light duration...
• *30 / 60 / 90 seconds
1.6 Homesafe light duration...
• *30 / 60 / 90 seconds
1.7 Information...
• VIN number...
* Default setting
** Market area dependant
2.16
Checks Before Driving.................................................... 3.2
Seat Comfort Control ..................................................... 3.2
Steering Wheel .............................................................. 3.3
Mirrors........................................................................... 3.4
Seat Belts ....................................................................... 3.5
Child Seats..................................................................... 3.8
Airbags......................................................................... 3.10
Deployable Rollbars (Volante) ...................................... 3.13
Before Driving
Contents
Interior Storage ............................................................ 3.14
Accessory Socket.......................................................... 3.14
Ashtray and Cigar Lighter (Option)................................ 3.15
Electric Windows ......................................................... 3.16
Reading Lamps............................................................. 3.16
Checks Before Driving
Inspect your vehicle to make sure that everything is according
to the information and specifications in this Owner’s Guide.
Outside the vehicle:
• Visually check the road wheels, nuts and tyres
Before Driving
• Check that all windows, mirrors and lamps are clear and
unobstructed
• Check that the boot, bonnet and fuel filler flap are securely
closed
• Check the operation of all lamps
Once you are in the vehicle:
• Check that the doors are securely closed
• Check that the seat, mirrors and steering wheel
adjustments are correct
3.2
Seat Comfort Control
• Check that all gauges and indicators are reading correctly
(Refer to ’Controls and Switches’, page 4.1)
• Check that the seat backs are in an upright position and
that the seat latch is engaged
• Check that all occupants have fastened their seat belts
Warning
Do not attempt to adjust the seat whilst driving.
The ignition must be at position ‘II’ before the Heated seat
(option) and Lumbar support can be operated.
(A) Tilt – Raise the lever and tilt the seat forwards to access
the rear of the passenger compartment.
(B) Heated Seat (Option) – Press On or Off. The heater is
thermostatically controlled and maintains a constant seat
temperature until either the heater is switched off or the
ignition is switched off.
(C) Lumbar Support – Press either ‘+’ or ‘–’ to increase or
reduce lumbar support.
(D) Seat Back Angle – Increases or decreases
the angle of the seat back.
(E) Seat Base Control –
Seat forwards or rearwards.
Raise / lower the seat base.
Front. Rear.
Raise front and rear together
Steering Wheel
Rake and Reach
Rake and Reach are
adjusted by using the
release lever (A).
Warning
Do not adjust
steering wheel
whilst driving.
Pull the release lever
downwards and
manoeuvre the steering
wheel to the required
position. Hold the steering wheel in the required position
and lock it by pulling the release lever up.
After locking, attempt to move the steering wheel up / down
/ in / out to ensure that the lock is fully engaged.
3.3
Before Driving
Mirrors
Interior Rear View Mirror
The interior rear
view mirror can be
adjusted on its ball
Before Driving
mounting until a
satisfactory rear
view is obtained.
Push the tab (A)
towards the rear to
dip the mirror. Push
the tab forwards to
re-establish the normal view.
3.4
Door Mirrors
The ignition must at position ‘I’ or ‘II’ before the door
mirrors can be adjusted.
To adjust the door mirrors
select the left or right mirror
(B). Then move the joystick
(A) up / down / left / right to
adjust the selected mirror.
When the heated rear
windscreen is activated the
heaters in the door mirrors
will activate for 6.5 minutes.
Power Fold Door Mirrors (Option)
The ‘Power Fold Mirror’ function rotates the door mirror
assemblies until folded flat against the doors.
To move to the:
(1) Fold Position – Switch the ignition to position ‘I’ or ‘II’.
Press down and release the left and right hand mirror select
switches (B). The mirrors will motor to the ‘fold-in’ position.
(2) Driving Position – Switch the ignition to position ‘I’ or
‘II’. Press down and release the left and right hand mirror
select switches (B). The mirrors will motor to the driving
position.
Seat Belts
Aston Martin strongly recommend the use of seat belts
Warning
Wearing your seat belt is crucial to your safety. Not
wearing a seat belt increases chance of serious injury or
death in the event of an accident.
Warning
Be sure that you and your passengers always fasten their
seat belts and use them properly even though airbags
are provided.
Warning
Reclining the seat back decreases protection provided
by the seat belt in the event of a crash. Adjust the seat
back to an upright position.
Warning
Make sure that the seat back is locked in place.
Otherwise it could move forward in the event of a
sudden stop or crash and cause injury.
Warning
Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure
of the body, and should be worn low across the front of
the pelvis, chest and shoulders; wearing the lap section
of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided.
Warning
Never place shoulder portion of belt under your arm or
behind your back.
Warning
Always remove from your pockets rigid or breakable
objects, i.e. spectacles or a mobile phone, which could
be trapped under seat belts, possibly causing injury in
the event of an accident.
Warning
Expectant mothers should seek medical advice on the
most appropriate way to wear the seat belt.
Warning
Seat belts must be kept clean so that the retractor works
correctly. Ensure that belt webbing is not twisted,
looped, frayed or obstructed in any way. If in doubt
about condition or operation of seat belt installation,
have it checked by your Aston Martin Dealer.
Before Driving
3.5
Warning
No modifications or additions should be made by the
user which will either prevent seat belt adjusting
devices from operating, or prevent seat belt assembly
from being adjusted to remove slack. Never install
Before Driving
accessories on your seat belts.
This vehicle is installed with four inertia reel seat belts. The
inertia belt reels will automatically tension the belts to
provide security with comfort. In the event of a collision or
during severe braking, the belt reels will lock.
A lamp on the instrument panel will illuminate for
6 seconds when the ignition is at position ‘II’ if the
driver’s seat belt is not fastened. An audible
warning will sound at the same time.
The lamp and audible warning will continue to
active at intervals until the seat belt is fastened.
3.6
Seat Belt Fastening
When parked on an incline, the seat belt may lock as it is
withdrawn. This is not a fault. If the mechanism locks,
release the belt tension and then pull the belt very gently to
avoid operation of the inertia lock.
Pull out the seat belt, drawing
the tongue over the shoulder
and across the chest.
Push the tongue into the belt
buckle latch until a positive
click is heard.
Pull upwards on the diagonal
belt to ensure secure latching
and to remove all slack from
the belt.
Finally, double check that
the lap belt is installed
snugly, low down across the
hips, and that there are no
twists.
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