Aston Martin Vantage S 2016 User manual

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Aston Martin Owners' Club (AMOC)
An invitation to join the Aston Martin Owners' 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 organise track days, sprints and
hill climbs as well as circuit racing in venues such as Silverstone,
Goodwood and Lime Rock in the USA.
Aston Martin Owners' Club
Drayton St. Leonard
Wallingford
Oxfordshire
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 over 100 years
of 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.
Aston Martin Heritage Trust
Drayton St. Leonard
Wallingford
Oxfordshire
England
OX10 7BG
Telephone:
[phone]
Facsimile:
[phone]
E-Mail:
[email protected].uk
Website:
www.amht.org.uk
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Introduction..................................................................................1
Vehicle Security ............................................................................2
Before Driving...............................................................................3
Controls ........................................................................................4
Driving..........................................................................................5
Infotainment .................................................................................6
Climate Control.............................................................................7
Audio............................................................................................8
Hands-Free Phone ........................................................................9
Convertible Roof.........................................................................10
Satellite Navigation .....................................................................11
Maintenance...............................................................................12
Specifications ..............................................................................13
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]
Issue 1: June 2016
Part Number: HG33-19A321-AA
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Introduction
Welcome ...................................................................................1.2
Warnings, Cautions and Notes ...................................................1.3
Component Location .................................................................1.4
Vehicle Identification .................................................................1.4
Data Recording ..........................................................................1.5
Reporting Safety Defects ............................................................1.5
Vehicle Provenance....................................................................1.5
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1.2
Introduction
Welcome
Welcome to your new Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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
England
Telephone:
(+44) (0)1926 644300
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 authorised to carry out warranty work.
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Introduction
Aston Martin Authorised Body Repairers
A full list of Aston Martin Authorised Body Repairers worldwide can
be found at:
www.astonmartin.com
All Aston Martin Approved Body Repair centres have been assessed
and audited to Aston Martin Body Repair Centre standards in either
Category A or B.
Category A: Repairs to the bonded aluminium 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 Authorised Body Repairers list is accurate and up-to-
date. However changes can occur. Neither Aston Martin nor any
Aston Martin Authorised Body Repairer shall in any circumstances be
held liable for any inaccuracy, or the consequences thereof.
Aston Martin Authorised Service Centres
A full list of Aston Martin Authorised Service Centres can be found at:
www.astonmartin.com
All Aston Martin Approved Service Centres have been assessed and
audited to Aston Martin standards.
Every effort is made to make sure that the information given in the
Aston Martin Authorised Service Centres list is accurate and up-to-
date. However changes can occur. Neither Aston Martin nor any
Aston Martin Authorised Service Centre shall in any circumstances be
held liable for any inaccuracy, or the consequences thereof.
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.
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Introduction
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 windscreen.
The VIN plate located in the engine bay (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.
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Introduction
Data Recording
Electronic modules in this vehicle are able to record detailed data,
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 these systems can include information on how the driver
operates the vehicle, measuring vehicle speed, steering input, brake
and throttle application. This information may be stored under
regular operation, in a crash or in a near crash event.
This information can be read 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
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 Aston Martin Client Services
at the address shown.
Aston Martin Lagonda Limited
Client Services
Banbury Road
Gaydon
Warwick
CV35 0DB
England
Telephone:
[phone]
Vehicle Provenance
Model:
Body Colour:
Interior Colour:
Fascia Colour:
Vehicle Identification Number:
As on the VIN plate
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Introduction
First Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Second Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Third Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Fourth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Fifth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
Sixth Owner:
Selling Dealer
Delivery Date
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