Aston Martin DB 9 2013 User manual

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Aston Martin Owner’s Club
An invitation to join the Aston Martin Owner’s Club
The sporting spirit of the 1930s exists today in one of the world’s most
exclusive car clubs. Enthusiasts in nearly 60 countries are united by
an interest in iconic cars with an enviable pedigree. Enjoy the
company of like-minded owners in a wide range of activities: social
evenings, weekends away or motoring tours. Something more
competitive? AMOC Concours are a benchmark for connoisseurs of
fine motorcars. A need for speed? We organize track days, sprints and
hill climbs as well as circuit racing in venues such as Silverstone,
Goodwood and Lime Rock in the USA. The Aston Martin Owners Club
Drayton St. Leonard,
Wallingford,
Oxford,
England,
OX10 7BG
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.amoc.org
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Aston Martin Heritage Trust
The Aston Martin Heritage Trust is an educational charity dedicated
to the preservation, promotion and enhancement of the near 100
year history of Aston Martin. Its world class collection comprising the
automotive museum, substantial archive and collection of historical
artefacts is housed in the magnificently restored Grade II* listed barn
in Oxfordshire which it shares with the Owners Club. As a member
of the Owners’ Club you become a member and supporter of the
Trust, so please log on to our web site for more information, or better
still pay us a visit and see the collection for yourself.
The Aston Martin Heritage Trust
Drayton St. Leonard,
Wallingford,
Oxford,
England,
OX10 7BG
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]g.uk
Website: www.amht.org.uk
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Introduction..................................................................................1
Vehicle Security ............................................................................2
Before Driving...............................................................................3
Controls ........................................................................................4
Driving..........................................................................................5
Climate Control.............................................................................6
Convertible Roof (market specific).................................................7
Audio............................................................................................8
Hands-Free Phone ........................................................................9
Satellite Navigation .....................................................................10
Maintenance...............................................................................11
Specifications ..............................................................................12
Service......................................................................................... A
Aston Martin Warranty................................................................. B
Aston Martin Assistance................................................................ C
Alphabetical Index .......................................................................D
Every effort has been made to make sure that the information
provided in this Owner’s Guide is accurate and up-to-date.
However neither the manufacturer or the Dealer, by whom this
Owner’s Guide is supplied, will 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,
CV35 0DB,
England
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Issue 1: August 2012
Part Number: DG43-19A321-HA
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Introduction
Welcome ...................................................................................1.2
Warnings, Cautions and Notes ...................................................1.3
Component Location .................................................................1.3
Vehicle Identification .................................................................1.3
Data Recording ..........................................................................1.4
Reporting Safety Defects ............................................................1.4
Health........................................................................................1.5
Vehicle Provenance....................................................................1.6
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1.2
Introduction
Welcome
Welcome to your new Aston Martin DB9.
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 Aston Martin.
This Owner’s Guide has been designed to explain the vehicle’s
operation and to make the control of its systems easy to understand
and operate. All new owners 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 stay with the vehicle at all times.
Aston Martin Franchise Dealers
A full list of Aston Martin Dealers worldwide, where sales and service
are provided by companies with the facilities, knowledge and factory
trained personnel can be found at:
www.astonmartin.com
Every effort is made to make sure that the information given in the
dealer list is accurate and up-to-date. However changes amongst
holders of the Aston Martin franchise can occur. Neither Aston Martin
nor any listed Importer or Dealer shall in any circumstances be held
liable for any inaccuracy, or the consequences thereof.
Dealers listed all aim to conform to Aston Martin standards of
excellence in both sales and service. However, all vehicles sold as
Aston Martins are required to meet local legislation requirements.
Should service be required in a country other than that in which this
vehicle was originally purchased, every effort will be made to meet
the owner’s requirements, but the availability of certain parts may be
affected by differences in vehicle and component specifications.
If the nearest Aston Martin Dealer is unable to help, contact Aston
Martin directly:
Aston Martin Lagonda Limited
Banbury Road,
Gaydon,
Warwick,
CV35 0DB
Telephone: (+44) (0)1926 644300
Facsimile: (+44) (0)1926 644733
Aston Martin Dealers are independent traders, they are not the
Company’s Agents, and therefore have no authority to bind the
Company or to enter into any financial or other commitments on the
Company’s behalf.
Only Aston Martin Dealers are authorized to carry out warranty work.
Aston Martin Authorized Body Repairers
A full list of Aston Martin Authorized Body Repairers worldwide can
be found at:
www.astonmartin.com
All Aston Martin Approved Body Repair centers have been assessed
and audited to Aston Martin Body Repair Center standards in either
Category A or B.
Category A: Repairs to the bonded aluminum structure and all paint
related and light structural damage.
Category B: All paint related and light structural damage.
Every effort is made to make sure that the information given in the
Aston Martin Authorized Body Repairers list is accurate and up-to-
date. However changes can occur. Neither Aston Martin nor any
Aston Martin Authorized Body Repairer shall in any circumstances be
held liable for any inaccuracy, or the consequences thereof.
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Introduction
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
The following Warnings, Cautions and Notes are used within this
Owner’s Guide to call your attention to specific types of information.
Warnings
Warning: Provided to show procedures which must be
followed precisely to help avoid the risk of personal injury.
Cautions
Provided to show procedures which must be followed
precisely to reduce the possibility of damage to your vehicle.
Notes
Provided to show 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 flap
shown 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 side
bottom corner of the windshield.
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Introduction
The VIN Plate, attached to the front subframe behind the engine bay
front cross member (viewed from above), is model and market
dependent:
The VIN is also stamped into the floorpan in the right side footwell.
To view the VIN 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.
This information may be read out and used by:
• Aston Martin
• Service and repair facilities
• Law enforcement or government agencies
• Others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know
such information
Reporting Safety Defects
North America
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying Aston Martin Lagonda of North America Inc.,
9920 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618, USA.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between you, your Dealer,
or Aston Martin Lagonda (North America) Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hot-line toll-free
at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov;
or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety
from www.safercar.gov.
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Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform
Transport Canada in addition to notifying your Aston Martin Dealer.
To contact Transport Canada, call their toll-free number: 1-800-333-
0510
Health
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65
Warning: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in
vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Perchlorate Material
Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt
pre-tensioners and roll over protection devices may contain
Perchlorate Material. Special handling may apply for service or
vehicle end of life disposal. Go to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate for more information.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between you, your Dealer,
or Aston Martin Lagonda (North America) Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hot-line toll-free
at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov;
or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety
from www.safercar.gov.
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Introduction
Vehicle Provenance
Model:
Body Color:
Interior Color:
Fascia Color:
Vehicle Identification Number:
As on the VIN plate
First Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Second Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Third Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Fourth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
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Fifth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Sixth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
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Introduction
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Vehicle Security
Introduction ...............................................................................2.2
Emotion Control Unit .................................................................2.2
Emergency Key...........................................................................2.3
Unlocking and Opening .............................................................2.4
Locking ......................................................................................2.5
Master Locks ..............................................................................2.6
Trunk Lid ...................................................................................2.6
Deadlocking...............................................................................2.8
Automatic Lock ..........................................................................2.8
Approach Light...........................................................................2.9
Homesafe ..................................................................................2.9
Alarm.......................................................................................2.10
Reduced Guard........................................................................2.10
Passive Anti-Theft System .........................................................2.11
Garage Door Opener ...............................................................2.12
Personalisation .........................................................................2.15
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2.2
Vehicle Security
Introduction
This vehicle is protected by electronic security system which
includes:
• Remote arm and disarm
• Perimeter sensing
• Remote door, trunk lid, fuel flap release lock and unlock
• Guard reduction mode
• Alarm siren with battery backup1
• Random code encryption to prevent electronic scanning or
grabbing of the vehicle key identity code
• Interior movement sensor2
•TiltSensor
2.
Vehicle protection is enhanced by a Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
which provides engine immobilisation if the wrong vehicle key is
used.
When the security system is armed, any attempt to forcibly open a
door, the trunk lid or the hood will result in full alarm operation.
Garage Door Opener
As a security precaution make sure that all programming is erased in
the HomeLink system before selling this vehicle (Refer to ’Garage
Door Opener’, page 2.12).
Emotion Control Unit
The vehicle is supplied with three vehicle keys3(Emotion Control
Units), a glass key, a spare key and an emergency key.
Keep the spare key in a safe place. Do not leave a vehicle key in the
vehicle when unattended.
If a vehicle key is lost, contact your Aston Martin Dealer.
FCC Warning: ‘Note’ - Changes not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
1. Markets where audible sirens are permitted.
2. Option. 3. Manufactured by 8D33-70290-BG.
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Vehicle Security
FCC - Radio Frequency Devices
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Vehicle Key Security Functions
[1] LOCK: Press and release for one step
vehicle locking and to arm the security
system. The vehicle will deadlock after 25
seconds (Refer to ’Deadlocking’, page 2.8).
[2] UNLOCK: Press and release to unlock the
driver’s door only. Press and release twice,
within three seconds, to unlock all doors.
[3] TRUNK OPEN: Press once to release the
trunk lid catch (Refer to ’Trunk Lid’, page
2.6).
[4] APPROACH LIGHT: Press to set the front,
rear side and interior lamps to ON (Refer to
’Approach Light’, page 2.9).
Emergency Key
In the unlikely event that either the vehicle
key fails to operate or the vehicle battery is
fully discharged use the emergency key to
lock or unlock the vehicle.
Insert the emergency key in the door lock
and turn fully towards the front of the
vehicle, then release, to centrally lock the
vehicle, disable the trunk lid and fuel flap
release switches. The security system will
not arm.
To centrally unlock the vehicle, enable the
trunk lid and fuel flap release switches, turn fully towards the rear of
the vehicle, then release. If the security system was armed, the alarm
will start.
To stop the alarm insert the vehicle key (even if the vehicle key has
lost all power) into the ignition control and move to position ‘II’
(ignition ON).
If the vehicle battery is fully discharged the emergency key will
only lock or unlock a door.
Even if the vehicle key has lost all power it will start the engine if
required.
Memory seats: The front seats and door rear view mirrors will not
move to a preset position if the vehicle is unlocked using the
emergency key.
If the emergency key is lost, contact your Aston Martin Dealer.
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Vehicle Security
Unlocking and Opening
Stand within 16 ft of the vehicle, point the vehicle key towards the
vehicle and press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's
door and disarm the security system (the direction indicators will flash
twice). Press twice to unlock the passenger door and enable the trunk
lid catch and fuel flap release button.
Push at point A and grab the
emerging door release. Pull the
door release to open the door.
If a door is opened while driving
a warning sound will be heard
until the door is closed.
If preferred you can unlock
all doors and enable the trunk lid
and fuel flap release switches
with one press of the button (Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.15).
For ease of use at night white LEDs are incorporated into the door
handles. An LED will come ON in the door handles when the vehicle
is unlocked. A door LED will go OFF once the door is opened. If a
door is not opened the LEDs will go OFF after two minutes.
If the vehicle has been opened using the spare key and the driver
seat or door rear view mirrors have been adjusted, the seat and door
rear view mirrors will move to the positions memorized by the key
which is being used (Refer to ’Seat Memory Function’, page 3.4).
As the vehicle is unlocked, the interior lamps will come ON for
five minutes. The lamps will go OFF 30 seconds after doors are closed
or when the vehicle is started.
If the door is left open the door puddle lamp will go OFF after
eight minutes.
Unlocking From Inside the Vehicle
If reduced guard was not set to ON before locking the vehicle,
deadlocking, interior movement and tilt sensors1are enabled.
Passengers will not be able to unlock a door from the inside.
If reduced guard or automatic lock was set to ON before the vehicle
was locked, one pull of a door handle will centrally unlock the doors,
a second pull of the door handle will open that door.
(Refer to ’Automatic Lock’, page 2.8).
(Refer to ’Reduced Guard’, page 2.10).
Vehicle unlock from inside can be set to automatic unlock when the
vehicle key is removed from the ignition control. With automatic
unlock ON only one pull of a door handle will open that door (Refer
to ’Personalisation’, page 2.15).
When opening a door from inside the vehicle after reduced guard has
been set to ON, the security system alarm will start. Press the
UNLOCK button on the vehicle key to stop the alarm (there is
approximately a ten second delay before the alarm is stopped).
1. Option.
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Vehicle Security
Locking
If passengers are to stay in the vehicle after it has been locked,
reduced guard must be set to ON before locking. This will let a
passenger open a door from inside the vehicle.
Make sure that all the doors, the trunk lid and the hood are closed
(the vehicle will not lock if a door is left open). Stand within 16 ft of
the vehicle, point the vehicle key towards the vehicle and press the
LOCK button once to lock the doors, disable the trunk lid and fuel
flap release switches and arm the security system. The direction
indicators will flash once as the security system is armed (Refer to
’Personalisation’, page 2.15).
The driver's seat and both door rear view mirror positions are
memorized and will be recalled the next time the vehicle is opened
using the same vehicle key.
The security system will arm and the doors will deadlock after
25 seconds.
If the vehicle is locked with the trunk lid open, the vehicle will
lock and arm but deadlocking, tilt and interior movement sensors1
will not operate. Close the trunk lid to arm the complete security
system.
Automatic Re-locking
If the vehicle is locked and then unlocked but a door or the trunk lid
is not opened within two minutes, the vehicle will automatically lock
and arm again.
1. Option.
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Vehicle Security
Master Locks
All doors, fuel flap and trunk lid
release switches may be locked
and unlocked by using the master
lock switch (A). Press the switch to
lock. Press again to unlock.
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.
The master lock switch will operate for seven minutes after the
vehicle key has been removed from the ignition control, if the vehicle
is not locked using the vehicle key.
The master lock switch will not operate if the vehicle has been locked
from the outside.
Operation of the master lock switch will override automatic lock
(Refer to ’Automatic Lock’, page 2.8).
When the vehicle is unlocked using the master lock switch the
LED in each door handle will come ON (for 10 seconds or until the
door is opened). This may aid access for passengers at night time.
In the event of a vehicle accident the doors will automatically
unlock.
Trunk Lid
To Open the Trunk Lid
Press the TRUNK OPEN
button on the vehicle key
once to enable the release
catch, then press the trunk
lid button (A) and lift the
lid. Press the button twice
(within three seconds) to
enable the trunk lid catch
and release the lid. Lift the
lid.
If the vehicle is locked and armed the security system will disarm
and the direction indicators will flash twice when the trunk is opened.
The doors will stay locked (Refer to ’Personalisation’, page 2.15).
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Vehicle Security
Opening from Inside the Vehicle
Pull back on the trunk lid release
switch (B). The trunk lid catch will
release1. Lift the lid.
To Close the Trunk Lid
Grasp the leather pull (C) and pull
the trunk lid down, then push the
trunk lid down and make sure
that its catch engages. Take care
not to slam the trunk lid shut.
Press the LOCK button on the
vehicle key to lock the lid. The
direction indicators will flash
once as the security system is
armed (Refer to ’Personalisation’,
page 2.15).
Always make sure that the trunk lid is securely closed after use.
The trunk interior lamps will stay ON for seven minutes if the trunk
lid is left partially open and the vehicle key is removed from the
ignition control.
Vehicle Locked - Trunk Lid Open
To use a battery conditioner the trunk lid has to be left open (trunk
lid down but not latched).
If the vehicle is locked while the trunk lid is open, the vehicle will lock
and arm (deadlocking, tilt and interior movement sensors2will not
operate). If the trunk lid is then closed (latched) deadlocking, tilt and
interior movement sensors will operate and the whole vehicle will be
locked and armed.
1. The trunk lid release switch becomes the roof raise and lower switch on the
Volante. 2. Option.
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Vehicle Security
Trunk Lid Emergency Open
The trunk lid can be opened
from inside the trunk by pulling
the luminous emergency release
handle (D).
Deadlocking
If passengers are to stay in the vehicle after locking, reduced
guard must be ON before locking.
The vehicle will automatically deadlock after 25 seconds after arming
the security system. When the vehicle is deadlocked, the doors
cannot be opened from the inside by pulling the interior door handle.
To open the doors use the vehicle key.
Automatic Lock
When automatic lock is set to ON the doors and the trunk lid will
automatically lock as vehicle speed reaches 7 km/h. This function
prevents unwanted access to the vehicle when stopped at traffic
lights, etc.
Press MENU (A). Navigate to <Car settings...> Enter <Lock
settings...> Enter <Automatic settings...>. Select <Doors auto lock>
or <Doors auto unlock on key out>. Press ENTER to toggle between
ON and OFF.
Then press and hold BACK to accept and return to the main screen.
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