Vehicle Storage and Battery Care Manual 2008 · Vehicle Storage and Battery Care Manual Issue 1 March 2008 1-5 Facilities and Equipment • Running water and hand car wash facilities

ASTON MARTIN

VEHICLE STORAGE AND BATTERY CARE MANUAL

Vehicle Storage and Battery Care Manual

II Issue 1 March 2008

Aston Martin Lagonda LimitedBanbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire,

England, CV35 0DBTelephone: (01926) 644700 Fax: (01926) 644733

Copyright ©2008 Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd.All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic, mechanical, recording or other means without written prior

permission from Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd.


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Vehicle Storage and Battery Care ManualContentsVehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Areas of Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Minimum Standards for New Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3Vehicle Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Summary of Operations Required During the Storage Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Storage Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Vehicle Identification Upon Arrival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7Vehicle Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Doors, Windows and Vehicle Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Leather Trim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Windshield Wiper Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Paintwork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Volante Roadster Hood Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Removal From Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Washing of Paintwork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Battery Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1Health and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Equipment (Minimum Standard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

New Battery Storage and Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Vehicles in Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Check and Top-Up the Battery Electrolyte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Charging In-Service Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Battery Conditioner Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9Electrical Start from Another Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

For Re-Charge of Recoverable Batteries Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Post-Charge Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11Battery Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Battery Report Form - New. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Battery Report Form - In Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Voltage Test - New Vehicles Only, Prior To Customer Handover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15Surface Charge Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15Midtronics Testing - In-Service Testing Only (suitable for 12 volt batteries only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17

Vehicle Quiescent Current Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Method of Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Using an Aston Martin Approved Diagnostic System with Current Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18


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Using a Multi-meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18Test Results (both methods). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18

Battery Quiescent Current Drain - Typical Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19Specific Gravity Testing (Dealers without Midtronics) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20

Voltage Reading Under Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21Voltage Reading Under Load @2000 RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21

Battery High Rate Discharge Test (Dealers without Midtronics). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Appendix A - New Vehicle Storage History Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Summary of Storage Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Tyres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Doors, Windows and Vehicle Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Windscreen Wiper Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

External Inspection Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Areas of Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2Minimum Standards for New Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3Vehicle Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Summary of Operations Required During the Storage Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Storage Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Vehicle Identification Upon Arrival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7Vehicle Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8Tyres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Doors, Windows and Vehicle Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Leather Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Windshield Wiper Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Volante Roadster Hood Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Removal From Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9Washing of Paintwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10

Battery Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1Health and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Equipment (Minimum Standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4


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Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

New Battery Storage and Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Vehicles in Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Check and Top-Up the Battery Electrolyte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Charging In-Service Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Battery Conditioner Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9Electrical Start from Another Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

For Re-Charge of Recoverable Batteries Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Post-Charge Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11Battery Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Battery Report Form - New. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13Battery Report Form - In Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Voltage Test - New Vehicles Only, Prior To Customer Handover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15Surface Charge Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15Midtronics Testing - In-Service Testing Only (suitable for 12 volt batteries only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17

Vehicle Quiescent Current Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Method of Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Using an Aston Martin Approved Diagnostic System with Current Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Using a Multi-meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18Test Results (both methods) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Battery Quiescent Current Drain - Typical Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19Specific Gravity Testing (Dealers without Midtronics) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Voltage Reading Under Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21Voltage Reading Under Load @2000 RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21

Battery High Rate Discharge Test (Dealers without Midtronics) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Appendix A - New Vehicle Storage History Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

Summary of Storage Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Doors, Windows and Vehicle Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Windscreen Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1Paintwork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2

External Inspection Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2


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Vehicle StorageIntroductionVehicles need to be stored for different periods of time before the customer takes delivery. Thus it is neccesary that a new car is stored correctly to make sure that the customer is totally satisfied after the car is removed from storage and prepared for retail sale or demonstrator use.

This document specifies the MINIMUM STANDARDS required of Aston Martin franchise holders for the storage of new vehicles, and can only be deviated from, with the Company's agreement.

This manual must be used in with the correct Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Schedule. A copy of the PDI must be returned to the Aston Martin Warranty Department immediately when completed.


1-2 Issue 1 March 2008

Areas of ResponsibilityYou must take sufficient preventative steps to make sure that you keep each vehicle that is in stock, in peak condition.

Arrival. It is your responsibility to notify the delivery companies immediately of any losses and / or transit damage identified when you first receive the vehicle.

Where applicable, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) must be clearly signed and dated. Otherwise it is unlikely that the transit insurance company, or Aston Martin will accept any subsequent claims for missing items or damage correction.

Storage. It is essential that the vehicles are correctly prepared for storage. New vehicles that leave Aston Martin are given the applicable protection for transit. It is your responsibility however, to make sure that your vehicle storage department, or specialist company, is correctly equipped to supply the storage requirements given in this publication.

Despatch. When you remove a vehicle from storage, you are responsible for all procedures to make sure it is in a safe and roadworthy condition.



Minimum Standards for New Vehicle Storage Ideally all vehicles should be stored in a well ventilated and temperature controlled building.

Should storage in the open be necessary, the following site requirements must be observed and should be authorised by Aston Martin field personnel.

1. The site should have a well-drained hardstanding surface, preferably concrete or tarmac, which has no undergrowth.

2. The site and the driveways must be kept clean and clear of any obstruction at all times.

3. The site must be enclosed by a secure intruder-proof perimeter fence and the gates securely locked. The site should be under daily surveillance, with unauthorised access prevented at all times.

4. The site should be located away from areas subject to industrial fall-out, sea spray or wind-blown dust and sand. Where fall-out conditions are unavoidable, it will be necessary to monitor the exterior condition of all cars and wash them when necessary.

5. Appropriate lighting, mains water, tyre inflation and battery charging facilities must be available on site.

6. Keep hedges, shrubs and trees adjacent to the site trimmed and clear of the parked vehicles.

7. Do not park vehicles under trees, overhead cables or other overhanging structures because bird lime or other types of contamination can occur. e.g. tree sap, berries, etc.

Vehicle ParkingYou must park vehicles tidily with a minimum of 600 mm (2 feet) between the bumpers at the front and the rear.

There must be a full door-width clearance between the driver's door and any adjacent vehicle or obstruction.

Park vehicles at least 1.2 metres (4 ft.) away from interior walls or, for outside storage, at least 2 metres (6 ft.) away from perimeter fences.

Move the vehicles on a first-in, first-out basis subject to specification.



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Storage Outside

2m (6ft)

0.6m (2ft)

1.2m (4ft)

Storage Inside

2m (6ft) 1m (3ft)

0.6m (2ft)

1.2m (4ft)1.2m (4ft)



Facilities and Equipment• Running water and hand car wash facilities

• Tyre inflation equipment with calibrated gauge 0 - 4.0 Bar (0-60 lbf/in.2) • Battery servicing and testing equipment • Battery charger: 12 Volts 0-40 Amps - Self-regulating, conditioner type• Digital multi-meter: 3.5 digit • Jacking equipment and underbody protection pads • Wheel brace and torque wrench The following materials must be available and must meet the vehicle specifications:

- Engine oil

- Transmission fluid

- Brake fluid

- Windscreen washer fluid

- Anti-freeze

- ASM fluid

- Access to a covered trailer or recovery vehicle, (a vehicle must not be towed unless it is being winched onto a recovery vehicle).

- A comprehensive filing system for vehicle records and battery maintenance sheets.

Note: Tools supplied with the vehicle must not be used for any correction work before the vehicle is delivered to the owner.



Summary of Operations Required During the Storage PeriodThe following chart gives a quick reference to the maintenance necessary during the time a vehicle is in Dealer storage. More details of each operation is given on subsequent pages.

If a vehicle remains in storage after 6 months, do the maintenance again as from Month 1.

See page 2-12 for details of battery condition checks.

Operation Upon Receipt

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1. Identification X

2. Inspection X X X X X X X

3. Battery Condition X Weekly

4. Cooling System X X X X X X X

5. Engine X X X X X X X

6. Tyres X Weekly

7. Parking Brake X X X X X X X

8. Doors, Windows & Interior X

9. Windscreen Wiper Blades X

10.Paintwork X Hand wash as appropriate to keep surfaces clean



Storage OperationsVehicle Identification Upon Arrival1. You must make a new Vehicle Storage History Sheet for every new vehicle upon arrival, and it should remain inside

the vehicle until registration and sale. This must contain a record of the vehicle condition and any correction done during the storage period (See page A-1).

2. Immediately inspect all vehicles for shortages and transit damage when they arrive.

3. Check the vehicles for correct specification. Where this is incorrect, contact Aston Martin - Sales Administration Department immediately.

4. If you find items missing, or transit damage or the specification is incorrect, advise the delivery agent when the vehicle arrives. Also tell the Aston Martin - Sales Administration Department.

5. All missing items should be recorded on the New Vehicle Storage History Sheet, signed and dated by an authorised person (Please also print the contact name and telephone number).

6. Attach a label to the inside of the windshield indicating the date that the vehicle arrived. Do NOT stick a Label directly to the windshield but put it in a transparent licence holder. Alternatively, stick it to a piece of ‘cling film’ and attach it to the inside of the windshield. This will prevent damage to the windshield when you remove labels.

7. Correctly label the ignition and the door keys. Remove the keys from the vehicle when it is locked and store them in an approved secure office. Record all key numbers on the New Vehicle Storage History Sheet.

CAUTION: Never leave ignition keys in the ignition lock. This can cause early battery discharge on certain models.

Vehicle InspectionExamine the external surfaces of the whole vehicle. If necessary, wash thoroughly, including the underside and the wheel arches, to remove all dirt, salt and mud contamination.

Correct all defects found during the inspection before the vehicle is stored.

Make sure that vehicle protection (e.g. Volante Roadster hood protection) is correctly installed.

BatteriesMake sure that all of the electrically operated equipment, such as windshield wipers and windows are in the normal parked or closed position.

If installed, press the battery disconnect switch (BDS) to disconnect all but the ‘keep alive’ memory circuits.

If the battery voltage is 12.65 Volts or above, you can store the vehicle. Use the battery conditioner (if installed) to keep the battery charged.

For vehicles without a battery conditioner, the battery must be recharged as necessary to keep its charge above 12.65 Volts at all times, using suitable remote equipment.

If the battery Volts drop below 12.20 Volts, the battery must be changed.

Put a label on the vehicle (or on New Vehicle Storage History Sheet) to show when a recharge will be required. Record the voltage at each charge and the operators name and date. You must put the vehicles on charge at least once in every week.

Check the voltage before you start and / or move the vehicle (see page 2-15).

The storage, handling and charging of batteries is not dangerous if you follow the correct battery manufacturer’s recommendations, but you must give an applicable area to store and charge batteries. This must be in accordance with



local legal and health and safety requirements. Most Aston Martin cars have an on-car battery charging connection to make battery charging easier.

Cooling SystemCAUTION: The cooling system is filled with 'Long Life Coolant' recognisable by its distinctive colour (typically red /

orange). The header tank of these vehicles has a label to this show this. When you top-up or fill a cooling system, only use coolant to the existing specification. DO NOT mix coolant of different specifications.

You must maintain the concentration of anti-freeze at the factory-fill condition. If you do not, oxidisation of the cooling system can occur which will cause corrosion of the engine radiator, header tank, heater matrix and related components.

The coolant mixture specification is 50% water and 50% Anti-freeze.

Use a high-quality hydrometer with an appropriate range to do a monthly check of the coolant specific gravity. When the coolant temperature is 15° C (60° F), the correct specific gravity reading is 1.074. If the coolant is above or below this temperature, do the following corrections to let you read the specific gravity accurately:

For higher temperatures: add 0.004 to the specific gravity for each 5° C (10° F).

For lower temperatures: deduct 0.004 from the specific gravity for each 5° C (10° F).

If the specific gravity is correct but the cooling system needs to be topped-up, mix anti-freeze and water to the correct proportions and to the correct volume, then top-up the system. Do a check for leaks from the radiator header tank and hoses. Repair as necessary.

If the check shows that the coolant contains less than the required anti-freeze content, continue as follows:

1. Carefully examine the radiator header tank and all hoses for leaks. Make sure that all hose clamps are correctly installed.

2. Remove the header tank pressure cap and drain the cooling system.

3. Mix anti-freeze and water in the correct proportions and to the correct volume.

4. Reconnect all coolant hoses and add the coolant until the level in the header tank stays at “MAX”.

WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE HEADER TANK PRESSURE CAP WHILE THE ENGINE IS HOT. IF YOU MUST REMOVE THE CAP, PROTECT YOUR HANDS AGAINST ESCAPING STEAM AND SLOWLY TURN THE CAP COUNTER-CLOCKWISE UNTIL THE PRESSURISED STEAM IS JUST RELEASED. LEAVE THE CAP IN THIS POSITION UNTIL ALL PRESSURISED STEAM IS RELEASED. PUT ON HAND PROTECTION AND REMOVE THE CAP COMPLETELY.

CAUTION: DO NOT use radiator anti-freeze solution in the windshield washer. If you do, the paintwork will be damaged.

Engine Oil Level Remove the dipstick and check the engine oil level. If necessary, top up with an approved grade of engine oil.



Tyres For storage purposes, tyres on fitted wheels must be inflated to and maintained at a higher than normal pressure.

DB9, DBS & V8 Vantage - 4.1 bar (60 lbf/in.2)

V12 Vanquish - 4.8 bar (70 lbf/in.2)

CAUTION: Wheels must be rotated through 90 degrees in the forward direction once a week to avoid 'flat spotting' of the tyres.

Examine the condition of the tyres and replace all defective tyres before the vehicle is removed from storage.

Parking BrakeThe parking brake must NOT remain on during storage. If the storage site is not level, use wheel chocks to prevent vehicles from rolling when the handbrake is off.

After parking:On manual transmission vehicles: select first or reverse gear and release the parking brake.

On automatic transmission vehicles: select “P”and release the parking brake.

On Vanquish vehicles: If it is not already engaged, select first gear and release the parking brake .

Doors, Windows and Vehicle InteriorDoors, windows, bonnet, boot lid and fuel filler flap must be closed and locked to prevent moisture ingress.

To reduce the level of moisture in the vehicle cabin during periods of storage, put Silica Gel bags, in trays, in the footwells.

Leather TrimNew leather trim is particularly at risk of damage by moisture ingress. The new leather in the vehicle will absorb water vapour and can swell. This will give a loose or sagging appearance to the trim covering. Make sure that new cars are always stored in dry conditions to keep the 'factory fresh' appearance of the leather trimmed panels.

Windshield Wiper BladePut clean paper towels between the wiper blades and the screen over the full length of the blades.

PaintworkThe vehicle must be kept under cover and must be washed regularly (at least every month).

Volante Roadster Hood ProtectionKeep the hood transit cover in place until the vehicle is delivered to the sales specialist for customer delivery.

Removal From StorageBefore removal from the storage area check all of the fluid levels including the coolant, the hydraulic fluids and the lubricating oils and top-up as necessary. Where a large loss has occurred, top-up and find the cause before you move the vehicle to the workshop for repair.

WARNING: CHECK THE NEW VEHICLE STORAGE HISTORY SHEET AND REPAIR ALL SAFETY RELATED FAULTS BEFORE YOU MOVE THE VEHICLE FROM THE STORAGE SITE.

WARNING: THE TYRES ARE OVER-INFLATED FOR TRANSIT AND STORAGE. THE TYRE PRESSURES MUST BE ADJUSTED TO THE NORMAL LEVELS RECOMMENDED IN THE RELATED OWNER'S GUIDE, QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE OR WORKSHOP MANUAL BEFORE THE CAR IS DRIVEN ON NORMAL ROADS.



Install the battery if it is removed, then push the battery reconnect button. Do a check of the Battery Voltage. Make sure that all of the lighting and signalling equipment operates correctly. If the battery was removed or it was fully disconnected, do the steps that follow:

1. Reset the drop-glass window memory, the radio presets and the clock if the battery was removed.

2. Start and operate the engine for approximately five minutes with the air conditioning switched off and then for five minutes more with air conditioning operating. This will start the engine management adaptive learning and make the initial driveability better.

3. Do the procedure to recalibrate the seat movement (Refer to Service Bulletins SB0202 and SB0235).

4. Do the procedure to recalibrate the transmission (Refer to Service Bulletin SB0193).

5. When the vehicle is despatched from the storage area, remove the New Vehicle Storage History Sheet and file it with the vehicle records. You must send a copy to Aston Martin Warranty Department.

Washing of PaintworkDuring storage, the paintwork will collect airborne dirt and grit. Be very careful when you remove contamination so that the paint film is not damaged.

Remove all dust from the paintwork by brushing in a gentle flow of water from a hose. When you wash the vehicle, use plenty of clean, cold or luke-warm water and a high quality chamois leather or equivalent.



Battery CareIntroductionThis chapter gives the requirements for the care and maintenance of batteries, from the vehicles despatch from the factory to, its hand-over to the customer.

This chapter can be used as a guide to the handling and care of batteries in service. If you do not do this procedure correctly on all vehicles, the customer will receive a vehicle with a battery that will not provide a satisfactory service life.

It is very important that the voltage and all other test results given in this chapter are obeyed. If they are not applied correctly, batteries can be scrapped unnecessarily. Refer to the battery testing section for detailed information.

Thus It is also very important to note the following key points:

• All new vehicles leave the factory with a transit mode programmed into the vehicle control modules. The transit mode must be disabled (where applicable) using an approved Aston Martin diagnostic system, NOT MORE THAN 24 HOURS before the customer takes delivery.

• The battery will be damaged if it is allowed to discharge over a number of weeks or months, or if it is left in a discharged state for a long time period. For this reason the battery must be tested and recharged if necessary every week, (refer to the vehicle storage chapter) and update the vehicle history sheet.

• Do not disconnect the battery with the engine running because in these conditions the alternator can give a very high output voltage. This high transient voltage will damage the electronic components in the vehicle. Loose or incomplete battery connections can also cause high transient voltage.

• On vehicles with conventional ignition keys, do not leave them in the ignition lock barrel otherwise the quiescent current will increase and the battery will discharge more rapidly.

On vehicles with Smart Keys, do not leave them in the vehicle.

It is the responsibility of Importers and Dealers to make sure that only vehicles that have a fully satisfactory battery can be processed further through the distribution selling chain.



Health and Safety PrecautionsWARNING: BATTERY CELLS CONTAIN CORROSIVE FLUIDS AND EXPLOSIVE GASSES. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE

FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBSERVED:

1. Batteries release highly explosive hydrogen at all times, particularly during charging. To prevent any possibility of igni-tion occurring when you do work in the vicinity of a battery:-

• Do not smoke when you work near batteries.

• Avoid sparks, short circuits or other sources of ignition near the battery.

• Switch off the current before you make or break electrical connections.

• There must be a good airflow in the work area.

• Make sure that the charger is switched off when you connect it to a battery.

• Switch off the charger before you disconnect it from the battery.

• When you start a vehicle with a slave battery, to avoid arcing at the terminals, first connect one end of the red jump cable to the positive terminal post of the slave battery and the other end of the same cable to the jump start terminal in the rear left corner of the engine bay.

• Connect one end of the black negative jump cable to the negative terminal of the slave battery and the other end of the cable to a good vehicle ground point at least 305 mm (12 in) from the discharged battery (V12 Vanquish - Connect the black lead to earth on the alternator bracket.)

• Connect the charger ground cable last and disconnect it first.

To avoid arcing and a possible explosion, do not connect the negative cable directly to the terminal post of the discharged battery.

When the engine has started, allow it to run at idle-speed, then FIRST disconnect the NEGATIVE jump cable from the selected earth point before you disconnect the positive cable.

2. Batteries contain poisonous and highly corrosive acid. To prevent personal injury, or damage to clothing or the vehicle, do the steps that follow when you top-up, check the electrolyte specific gravity, remove, install or carry batteries:-

• Always wear suitable protective clothing (an apron or similar), safety glasses, a face mask and applicable gloves.

• If you spill acid, or splash it onto clothing or the body, neutralise it immediately and then rinse it with clean water. Use a solution of baking soda, or household ammonia and water as a neutraliser.

• If you get electrolyte on your skin, drench the affected area with water. If you get it in your eyes, bathe the affected areas with cool, clean water for approximately 15 minutes and get urgent medical attention.

• If you spill or splash battery acid on any surface of a vehicle, neutralise it and rinse it with clean water.

Heat is generated when acid is mixed with water. If it becomes necessary to prepare electrolyte of a desired specific gravity, SLOWLY pour the concentrated acid into the water (NOT the water into the acid). Add small amounts of acid while you stir the solution. If the electrolyte starts to get warm, allow it to cool. Always use non-metallic receptacles and / or funnels, unless you use lead or lead-lined containers. Do not store acid in very warm locations or in direct sunlight.



3. Because of their hazardous contents, the disposal of batteries is strictly controlled. When you scrap a battery, make sure that it is disposed of safely. Obey the local environmental regulations. If you are not sure, contact the local authority for advice on disposal facilities.



Equipment (Minimum Standard)The minimum equipment requirements are shown as follows:

Battery Charger

Digital Multi-meter: 3.5 digit.



ScenariosUse a digital multi-meter (set to 0 - 20 voltage range) to determine the battery condition in the scenarios below. If you do not have a digital multi-meter available, a proprietary battery tester can be used (in voltage mode only) to measure the battery voltage. No other indication on the proprietary battery tester should be used to find the battery condition.

Port of EntryImmediately after the receipt of a vehicle at the port of entry, do the steps that follow:

• Do a test of the voltage (see page 2-15)• Compare your results with those on page 2-16 and do the recommended actions as necessary.

Arrival at the DealershipOn arrival at the Dealer, do a battery voltage test (see page 2-15) to make sure that the vehicle’s battery is in a satisfactory condition to put into storage.

Compare your results with those on page 2-16 and do the recommended actions as necessary.

Vehicles in StorageDo a voltage test (see page 2-15).

Compare your results with those on page 2-16 and do the recommended proceduress as required. If the battery voltage is 12.65 Volts or above, the BDS is isolated, or the battery is disconnected, you can store the vehicle.

Charge the battery every week. Record your test results on the Storage History Sheet (see New Vehicle Storage Manual) to show when the next charge will be necessary.

Delivery to the CustomerIt is essential that you do the following procedure during the 24 hours before the agreed hand-over time:

Do a voltage test (see page 2-15) then set the clock, set the radio etc.

Compare your results with those on page 2-16 and do the recommended procedure as necessary.



New Battery Storage and Charging

To bring a serviceable but discharged battery back to a fully charged condition continue as follows:

1. Check and if necessary top-up the battery electrolyte level (see page 2-15)

2. Follow the instructions given with the charger in use (see note below) and charge the battery.

3. Do a post-charge test (see page 2-15).

Note: Aston Martin vehicles from 2007MY only use one type of battery:- Lead Calcium. It is very important that when you use the traction charger to charge the battery, that the switch selector on the charger is selected for the correct type of battery. If the wrong switch is selected, the battery will not charge fully and / or overheating can occur.

Vehicles in StoreIf the battery voltage is 12.65 Volts or above and the battery is disconnected, you can store the vehicle.

Use the battery conditioner, if installed, to maintain the battery charge level. If a battery conditioner is not installed, the vehicle battery must be recharged as necessary to keep the battery voltage above 12.65 Volts at all times.

Put a label on the vehicle (or on the New Vehicle Storage History Sheet) to show when a recharge will be required. Sign and date the label to record each battery recharge. Update the label to show the date of the next recharge.

Check the voltage before you start or move the vehicle. If necessary, the surface charge will need to be removed. If the voltage is 12.65 Volts or above, store the vehicle. To remove the surface charge, switch on the headlamps for 4 minutes. Then switch off the headlamps and leave the vehicle to stand for 15 minutes. Then measure the battery voltage.

• If the voltage is 12.20 Volts or above, then recharge the battery.

• If the voltage is below 12.20 Volts, replace the battery.

• If the voltage tests are satisfactory, open the battery disconnect switch and store the vehicle.

The Battery Conditioner (where installed) Use the battery conditioner wherever possible to constantly maintain the charge level of a serviceable battery. (See page 2-9).

It is essential that each dealership has an area that has a good airflow for battery charging and post-charge checking. Also, an area should be given for scrap batteries, and clearly indicated thus. It is recommended that dealers always have fully charged batteries ready for use. However, the battery MUST be tested and charged if necessary every week, and charged after one month irrespective of any test.

CAUTION: A battery must be recharged after a maximum of 1 month storage (see the Storage History sheet in the Appendix of this manual).



Check and Top-Up the Battery ElectrolyteBefore you check or top-up the battery electrolyte, refer to the Health and Safety Precautions on page 2-2.

The following illustrations show the different types of batteries that can be topped up.

Note: Delphi batteries are maintenance free and cannot be topped up.

On batteries with a clear case and level marks, check the electrolyte level by visual inspection of the maximum level indicator on the battery casing that shows a sufficient level above the battery separators.

On a battery with a black case, remove the cell plugs or the access panel and make sure that the electrolyte is level with the indicator in the cell hole (1). If necessary, use a flashlight to see the electrolyte level on this type of battery.

If the electrolyte level is too low, top-up with distilled water. Do not overfill.

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Charging In-Service BatteriesWARNING: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT A SUITABLY VENTILATED DEFINED AREA EXISTS FOR BATTERY CHARGING

AND POST CHARGE CHECKING

CAUTION: Only Use Charging Equipment As Follows:

1. Do not boost charge the battery.

2. Do not charge at more than 16 Volts.

3. Do not charge at more than 40 Amps.

4. During charging, do not let the battery temperature reach more than 50°C.

5. Do not charge more than one battery per charger.

6. Do not leave a battery in a discharged condition. Recharge it immediately.

7. Carefully follow the charger manufacturer’s operating and safety instructions when you recharge serviceable batteries.

8. Use chargers with the following specification:

• Automatic controls, no manual boost charge

• Automatic switch off when charging is complete.

Note: The use of this type of charger will minimise possible battery damage caused by overcharging.

9. Always check the electrolyte levels before and after charging. Top-up with distilled water if necessary.

Note: Some batteries are sealed and cannot be topped up. All batteries from 2007MY-on can be topped up by removal of either screw caps or covers from the top face of the battery.

10. After charging is complete, do a post-charge test (see page 2-8) and do the recommended procedure as required.



Battery Conditioner Operating InstructionsThe automatic battery conditioner (conditioner) that is installed in some Aston Martin vehicles is suitable for use on all types of 12 Volt lead acid batteries. The conditioner also lets you charge maintenance free and 12 Volt gel type batteries.

The conditioner has an inbuilt mains connector applicable for the market in which the vehicle is sold.

The conditioner output is 13.8 V - 14.7 V, up to 2.7 A. It is designed for conditioning of not fully, or fully charged batteries. It will not correctly charge a completely discharged battery.

WARNING: ONLY USE THE CONDITIONER INDOORS. DISCONNECT THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE YOU CONNECT OR DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CONNECTIONS. EXPLOSIVE GAS IS RELEASED BY BATTERIES DURING CHARGING. PREVENT FLAMES AND SPARKS - NO SMOKING. DO NOT TRY TO START THE VEHICLE WITH THE CHARGER CONNECTED TO THE MAINS SUPPLY.

The unit has an electronic controller that senses when the battery charge level becomes low and starts charging the battery. The conditioner output is initially 14.7 Volts, at up to 2.7 Amps.

When the battery charge level rises to 80 %, a 2 hour timer starts. The unit continues to charge for a further 2 hours until the battery is 100 % charged. Then it reduces the charge voltage to 13.8 Volts to maintain a small trickle charge to keep the battery in a fully charged state. The conditioner can be left in this condition indefinitely.

Operation1. Connect the black output connector to the vehicle socket in the boot.

2. Connect the conditioner into the supply socket and switch on the supply. The indicator lamp will illuminate red if the battery is below 80% charged. The indicator will change to yellow between 80 and 100% battery charge. When the indicator shows green, the battery is fully charged and the conditioner will keep the battery in a fully charged condition indefinitely.

3. The conditioner can now be left in operation and it will keep the battery charged as necessary so that it is always ready for immediate use.

4. When you need to use the vehicle, disconnect the conditioner from the mains supply before you disconnect the charger from the vehicle socket.



Electrical Start from Another Vehicle For Re-Charge of Recoverable Batteries Only

All ModelsWARNING: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST THE VEHICLE BE DRIVEN IF THE VEHICLE BATTERY IS NOT ABLE

TO START THE ENGINE. IF THIS OCCURS, RECHARGE OR REPLACE THE BATTERY.

If the car will not start because of a discharged battery, you can start it by connecting the battery from another vehicle to the battery. Before you use this procedure to start the vehicle, make sure that the donor vehicle has a 12 Volt battery and negative (- ), black earth terminal to make sure that the battery polarity is the same.

WARNING: IF THE VOLTAGE OR EARTH OF THE DONOR VEHICLE IS DIFFERENT OR NOT KNOWN, DO NOT TRY TO START THE VEHICLE WITH THE PROCEDURE THAT FOLLOWS.

Jump Start Procedure 1. Put the vehicles in position so that the connecting cable will reach into the engine bay on the vehicle with the dis-

charged battery.

2. To reduce the risk of an electrical short circuit, remove rings, metal watch bands and all other jewellery. Turn off all electrical motors and ancillaries in both vehicles. Switch off all lights except those needed to protect the vehicles or illuminate the work area. Switch off the ignition and apply the handbrake.

3. Open the bonnet and open the cover of the jump start terminal.

4. Connect the red (+) cable between the red (+) positive terminal of the donor battery and the jump start terminal of the recipient vehicle.

5. Connect the black (-) cable between the black (-) negative terminal of the donor battery and a good earth point in the recipient vehicle.

6. Start the donor vehicle engine and operate it at about 1500 - 2000 rpm.

7. Start the engine of the recipient vehicle. Operate the engine until the discharged battery is sufficiently charged to start the recipient vehicle without assistance. Switch off both vehicles.

WARNING: IF THE BATTERY CANNOT START THE ENGINE WITHOUT ASSISTANCE, THE VEHICLE MUST NOT BE DRIVEN.

Note: The recharge time will depend on the initial condition of the discharged battery.

8. Remove the black (-) negative cable from both vehicles and then remove the red (+) positive cable from both vehicles.

9. Restart the engine and if possible, take the car for a long road run to fully charge the battery.



Post-Charge TestThis test is to make sure that the charging process has fully charged the battery and it should always follow dry-charge commissioning or new battery storage and charging.

Note: The figures shown below only apply to new batteries. The post-charge test needs to show that the battery has recovered to the higher voltage before you put it into storage.

At least four hours after the charge cycle is completed:Do a post-charge check to make sure that the battery is fully charged. If the voltage is 12.65 volts or above the battery is serviceable. Batteries that have charge levels between 12.45 and 12.65 should be charged again as soon as possible.

If the voltage is below 12.20 V, scrap the battery (refer to disposal of batteries on page 2-2).

Record all voltage readings on the New Vehicle Storage History Sheet.

At least 24 hours after the charge cycle is completed: At least 24 hours after the charge cycle is completed or if this time restraint is unacceptable due to circumstances, do the steps that follow:

• Remove the battery surface charge (see page 2-15)• Do a voltage test (see page 2-15)Then compare the results with those below if the battery is new and obey the instructions that follow as required (or refer to the Midtronics Test Results Table (see page 2-14) for in service batteries).

Voltage ~ 12.69 V or less: Scrap the battery and / or submit it for warranty.

Voltage ~ 12.70 V or above: Satisfactory to use or store.

Measure from the jump-startterminal to a clean chassis ground point



Battery TestingThe section that follows gives a detailed description of how to accurately find the condition of a battery.

The first two pages are Battery Report Forms which you must use with the test pages. Use the correct Report Form for the type of test that you do. Mandatory fields on the Report Form are shaded and you must complete them. Also, we request that you complete all other fields with as much information and detail as possible.

To accurately find the battery condition, you MUST do the battery tests as shown on the battery report. Do the tests in the order shown on the Report Form and this will give the correct procedure to accurately find battery faults. If you do not follow this procedure, you cannot correctly find the condition of the battery.



Battery Report Form - New

New Batteries Only - Port of entry, Dealer (new vehicles only), stored batteries

GENERAL INFORMATION (Note: Mandatory fields are shown as shaded and must be filled in)Customer’s Name: Dealer Code (Export)

Job Number: Corporate I.D. (UK)

Date: Battery Date Code:Technician’s Name: No. of Battery ChangesVehicle Make/Model: Customer’s Signature:VIN: Technicians Signature:Give a detailed description of the symptoms experienced by the customer (attach a separate sheet if necessary)

DIAGNOSTICS (Battery Testing)1. Loose battery clamps YES NO

2. Loose hold down clamps YES NO 11. Voltage reading under load @ 2000 rpm (page 2-21)3. Corroded terminal/posts YES NO HFS/HRW - Headlamps - Heater -4. Physical damage/leaks YES NO 12. High rate discharge test (page 2-22)5. Low electrolyte YES NO Temperature °C °F

6. Alternator - belt tension OK NOT OK Reading after 15 seconds -

7. Surface charge removed YES NO Comments:8. Wait 10 min.

Voltage (page 2-15)-

9. Quiescent drain (page 2-18) mA

10. Specific gravity No. 1 Cell - No. 2 Cell - No. 3 Cell - No. 4 Cell - No. 5 Cell - No. 6 Cell -



Battery Report Form - In Service

For In Service Batteries Only

GENERAL INFORMATION (Note: Mandatory fields are shown as shaded and must be filled in)Customer’s Name: Dealer Code (Export)

Job Number: Corporate I.D. (UK)

Date: Battery Date Code:Technician’s Name: No. of Battery ChangesVehicle Make/Model: Customer’s Signature:VIN: Technicians Signature:Give a detailed description of the symptoms experienced by the customer (attach a separate sheet if necessary)

DIAGNOSTICS (Battery Testing)1. Loose battery clamps YES NO 9. Quiescent drain (page 2-18) mA

2. Loose hold down clamps YES NO 10. Voltage reading under load @ 2000 rpm (page 2-21)

3. Corroded terminal/posts YES NO HFS/HRW - Headlamps - Heater -

4. Physical damage/leaks YES NO

5. Low electrolyte YES NO

6. Alternator - belt tension OK NOT OK

7. Surface charge removed YES NO

8. Wait 10 min. Voltage (page 2-15)

- Comments:

Midtronics TestCode before charge

If initial voltage is below 12.5 Volts, charge battery for 24 hours. Then remove surface charge.Code after charge

Result after chargeIf ‘charge and re-test’ is the result before and after charge, then replace the batteryIf the test after charging gives a result ‘good & recharge’, charge for a further 24 hours, then re-test.Replace battery only if ‘replace battery’, ‘bad cell’ or ‘charge & re-test’ has been displayed twice.



Voltage Test - New Vehicles Only, Prior To Customer HandoverSurface Charge RemovalBefore you do a voltage check you must make sure that there is no battery surface charge.

You can test the battery either on a bench or on the vehicle. For on-vehicle testing, you must make sure that the vehicle is in sleep-mode before you measure the voltage. The vehicle will go into sleep mode 15 minutes after the last ignition cycle. Make sure that no doors are opened or closed and no equpmnet is operated on the vehicle for the duration of the test.

Note: We recommend that that the doors and the bonnet remain open during the test if it is safe to do this.

If you charged the battery in a vehicle, or the vehicle has been driven within 24 hours before the test, use one of the methods that follow to remove the surface charge:

• Wait 24 hours before you do the test, or -• Switch on the headlights on main-beam for 4 minutes, then switch the headlights off.15 minutes after the surface charge is removed and the car is in sleep mode, measure the voltage. Use a 3.5 digit multi-meter set to the 0 - 20 voltage range to measure the voltage of the battery.



(With the engine stopped)Compare your results and do the recommended steps that follow:

Note: If the results are unsatisfactory (i.e. 12.20 Volts or less) then record the readings obtained on to the battery report form and do a full battery test.

Results Obtained

Voltage ~ less than 12.20 Volts• Fit a replacement battery• Scrap or return the removed batteryThis is an unsatisfactory result: See the note above and do a full test procedure.

Voltage ~ 12.20 to 12.54 Volts• Charge the battery. Obey the instructions given with the charger in use (see the note on charging on page 2-8)• Do a post-charge test (see page 2-11)• If the voltage after you charge the battery is 12.54 Volts or less, install a replacement battery• Scrap or return the removed battery.

Voltage ~ 12.55 Volts or above:Do one of the steps that follow:

• At the Port of entry - deliver the vehicle to the dealership• At the Dealership - deliver the vehicle to the customer or put into storage.

Note: You must do a check of the voltage every week on a battery that is in storage. Recharge the battery if necessary.



Midtronics Testing - In-Service Testing Only (suitable for 12 volt batteries only)

Press the ‘Information’ button and carefully record the 6-digit ‘test code’ on the battery job card and the Battery Report Form.

Note: The battery tester will always indicate a ‘test code’ when the test is complete.

Note: You must remove the surface charge before you do this test (see page 2-15).

• Make sure that the battery terminal s or connectors are clean.

• Connect the red clip to the positive (+) battery terminal.• Connect the black clip to the negative (-) battery terminal.• Rock the clips to make a good connection to the battery.

Note: DO NOT connect the tester to any other circuit or chassis point.

Test Procedure:Step 1

Use the ‘Arrow’ buttons to scroll to the battery’s labelled Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) rating.

Step 2

Press the ‘Test’ button that corresponds to the correct battery temperature. For example, if the temperature is above 0° C press the ‘Sun’ button. If the battery temperature is below 0° C press the ‘Ice Crystal’ button. Do the steps as shown in the table below.

Step 3

Press the ‘Information’ button to view the test code.

Step 410. Record the indication on the Battery Report Form

(see page 2-14).

Tester Results Actions

GOOD BATTERY Put the battery back into service.

GOOD recharge Fully charge the battery and return it back into service.

CHARGE & RE-TEST Fully charge the battery. Before testing again, remove the surface charge. If this result remains after the surface charge removal - replace the battery.

REPLACE BATTERYor

BAD CELL BATTERY

Make sure that the surface charge was removed. If so, disconnect the battery from the vehicle and test again. If this result remains after the surface charge removal - replace the battery.

WARNING: DO NOT CHARGE THE BATTERY.

UNABLE TO DO TEST Disconnect the battery from the vehicle and re-test.



Vehicle Quiescent Current TestingIf a vehicle has a premature battery failure,do a quiescent current test to make sure that the battery is not slowly being discharged by an electrical consumer that remains on after the vehicle’s shutdown period (see page 2-19 for typical shutdown periods). If a customer complains of a vehicle battery that discharges continuously, or when left for a prolonged period of time, it is recommended that you do the quiescent drain test that follows:

Method of MeasurementTo correctly measure the quiescent drain, we recommend that you use an Aston Martin approved diagnostic system with the current probe attachment. Refer to the Diagnosis and Testing section of the Workshop Manual for the procedure to use the diagnostic system to measure the quiescent drain.

If this is not possible, you can use an ammeter. Whichever method you use, you MUST obey the procedure that follows.

CAUTION: DO NOT use a multi-meter to check the battery drain on vehicles with an electronic throttle because the current drawn by the throttle is more than the fuse rating in most multi-meters. This can cause damage to your multi-meter.

Using an Aston Martin Approved Diagnostic System with Current Probe1. Switch off all electrical loads and make sure that the ignition is off.

2. Connect the current probe to the approved diagnostic system.

3. Calibrate the probe.

4. Clamp around the battery lead / junction box lead. Go to ‘Test Results’ below.

Using a Multi-meter1. Disconnect the battery negative lead.

2. Refer to Service Bulletin SB069 (2002) for the instructions to use the Quiescent Shunt (Part Number 43-27762) to measure the quiescent current.

Note: Leave the doors and bonnet open and do not open the boot. Leave the vehicle for 15 minutes to power-down fully.

Test Results (both methods)1. Switch the ignition ‘on’ (ignition mode on keyless vehicles) and then to ‘off’ (DO NOT CRANK) and remove the key

(where applicable).

2. Close or latch all doors and remove all other possible electrical consumers.

3. Observe and compare the readings obtained over the time scales identified (see page 2-19)

4. Record the reading obtained on to the applicable Battery Report form (see page 2-13 or page 2-14)

Note: The recommended method of testing after you find an excessive current consumption, is to use the clamp of the ammeter around individual junction box leads to the different circuits to find a possible cause as an alternative to the old procedure of pulling fuses out one-after-another.

The main reasons for using the current probe to find which junction box or circuit the drain is going through are:

• Many modules take a long time to power down. Every time a fuse is removed and installed again, the quiescent drain figures can need 15 minutes to reset (if the quiescent current increases when the fuse is installed).

• Sometimes the drain is caused by a module ‘holding on’ to something that has been switched off. Sometimes it is only a relay winding that is activated. If you remove the fuse, the relay can reset and you will not find the cause of the drain.



Battery Quiescent Current Drain - Typical ValuesIf possible, use an Aston Martin approved diagnostic system to measure the battery drain (see page 2-18). If this is not available, use an ammeter.

Make sure that the vehicle is in the double-locked, armed state (vehicle alarm fully armed), with all doors and other body apertures either closed or latched, so as to appear closed from an electrical point of view.

The test should take place after the vehicle has entered shutdown mode. The time taken for this to occur after key-off is dependent on the model. (Refer to the table below.)

Note: When the vehicle is armed, the flashing Light Emitting diode (LED) will cause a pulsation in the measured current drain. Use a meter with an averaging function to measure the average current or ignore the short high current peaks.

The current drain after the initial shutdown period must not exceed the value shown in the table.

Note: The total current drain will be higher if any accessories are installed or connected to power outlets, i-pod socket etc.

Model Shutdown Period (minutes) Typical ValuesBattery Drain (mA)

DB9 15 <15V8 Vantage 15 <15DBS 15 <25



Specific Gravity Testing (Dealers without Midtronics)Before you check the specific gravity, refer to the Health and Safety Precautions on page 2-2.

Note: Not all batteries have access caps or an access plate and therefore cannot be specific gravity tested. All batteries installed on vehicles from 2007MY are able to have cell caps or access plates removed and you can do a specific gravity test.

Test Procedure1. Remove all battery cell covers or caps and visually inspect to make sure sufficient electrolyte is present. Do not top-up

any of the cells before you do the test. If topping up is necessary then you must charge the battery fully then remove any surface charge before you continue with this test.

2. Squeeze the bulb of the battery hydrometer and put the tube into the first cell (No. 1 cell) and draw the battery electrolyte out of the cell and into the hydrometer.

3. Let all air bubbles disappear and the float level become stable before you read the value shown by the level of the fluid on the float. Record this figure on the applicable Battery Report Form for cell No. 1.

4. Repeat the above procedure for the remaining cells and record the readings on the applicable Battery Report Form (see page 2-13 or page 2-14).

ResultsCompare the cells for consistent readings. The measurements should be almost the same. A much lower or higher voltage in one cell shows a bad cell and you must replace the battery.

The SI (System International) measures the strength of the battery electrolyte as density in grams per cubic metre (g/m3) @ 25°C.

Use a battery hydrometer to measure the battery electrolyte specific gravity (density).

If you do the measurement when the temperature is not 25° C, do a temperature correction calculation.

Readings Obtained Condition Actions Necessary1:110 - 1:130 Discharged Recharge the battery fully - Remove the surface charge and

then test again.1:230 - 1:250 Approx. 70% charged Recharge the battery fully - Remove the surface charge and

then test again.1:270 - 1:290 Charged Battery serviceable - Do the remaining tests and record the

results on the Battery Report form.



Voltage Reading Under LoadVoltage Reading Under Load @2000 RPMConnect the RED positive lead of a 3.5 digit multimeter (set to 0 - 20 Voltage range) to the positive battery terminal and the BLACK negative meter lead to the negative battery terminal post.

1. Start the vehicle’s engine and let it idle for a few minutes.

2. Switch on the electrical loads that follow: heated front and / or rear screens, headlamps on main beam and heater blower on full speed.

3. Increase the engine speed to 2000 rpm.

4. When the rpm has remained stable for a few minutes, read the voltage on the multimeter.

5. Record the reading obtained on the applicable Battery Report Form (see page 2-13 or page 2-14).

If you think that there is a problem with the battery cables or connections, do the test above again with the multimeter connected to the under-bonnet jump-start socket and compare the results.



Battery High Rate Discharge Test (Dealers without Midtronics)

Do a voltage test (see page 2-15).

The voltage must be 12.55 Volts or above and with a room temperature of 20° C.

Connect the High-Rate Discharge Tester as follows:1. Remove the battery from the vehicle and remove the cell tops.

2. Connect the RED lead of the tester to the positive battery lead and the BLACK lead to negative battery lead.

3. Set the current at 300 Amps for new vehicles and new batteries, for 15 seconds, or 210 Amps for in-service vehicles and batteries.

4. The voltmeter should read 12.20 Volts or above after 15 seconds.

5. Record the reading obtained on to the Battery Report Form (see page 2-13 or page 2-14 ).

Note: Charge the battery after this test. If the voltage is 12.20 Volts or higher @ 20° C or above throughout the 15 second test period, then the battery is serviceable.

If the ambient temperature is 20° C, refer to the table below:

The purpose of this test is to make sure that the battery is in a satisfactory condition for service. This is a severe test for the battery and shows the ability of the battery to operate under heavy load.

It will give the performance of the battery under such loads that it can have to deal with when starting (for example) in cold conditions .

Note: Make sure that the battery is removed from the vehicle when you do a High Rate Discharge Test. It is essential that the battery is fully charged (see page 2-6 or page 2-7) subsequent to this test.

Degrees C Degrees F Minimum Acceptance Voltage20 70 9.615 60 9.510 50 9.44 40 9.3

Note: Do not do the test if the temperature is below 4°C.

Appendix A - Storage History Sheet

Issue 1 January 2008 Appendix A-1

Appendix A - New Vehicle Storage History SheetSummary of Storage OperationsThe notes that follow are a reminder of the operations on the check-list overleaf. Complete details and guide-lines for each operation are given in the New Vehicle Storage Manual. Keep a record of all work and vehicle condition on the attached pages.

IdentificationCreate a New Vehicle Storage History Sheet. Record the arrival date of the vehicle and keep it inside the vehicle until it is despatched.

Check that the vehicle is to the correct specification.

Record the Model, Colour, Arrival Date, Storage Centre, Key Numbers and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Attach a label to the keys and when the vehicle has been locked, store the keys in a secure, approved location.

InspectionInspect the vehicle exterior and wash as necessary.

Inspect the vehicle for shortages, losses and transit damage and if any are found, immediately tell the transport agent or Aston Martin Lagonda Limited as appropriate.

BatteriesMake sure that all electrically operated equipment is in the parked or closed position.

Keep the battery charged by regular maintenance or use the battery conditioner as described in page 2-9 of this manual.

Cooling SystemCheck the level and concentration of the coolant. If required, top-up or drain and refill system with correct coolant type and concentration.

When you top-up or fill a cooling system, use only coolant to the existing specification. Do not mix coolants that have different specifications.

EngineIf the vehicle is stored for a month, start and operate the engine as given in this manual. Do this procedure monthly. With the engine still operating at idle speed, operate the air conditioning for 10 minutes more.

TyresKeep the tyre pressures at the correct storage pressure. Every week, rotate the wheels 90 degrees in a forward direction and inspect the tyres.

Parking BrakeManual Transmission: select first or reverse gear and release the parking brake.

Automatic Transmission: select 'P' and release the parking brake.

Doors, Windows and Vehicle InteriorMake sure that the vehicle hood, all windows, the sliding roof and the convertible top are fully closed. Make sure that all doors, the glovebox and the boot are closed and locked.

Windscreen Wiper BladesPut clean paper towels between the wiper blades and the windscreen over the full length of the blades.


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PaintworkUse an ample flow of clean water to clean the paintwork when required.

External Inspection ReportIf you find external blemishes or defects, record the details on the External Inspection Report.

You must keep the report with the vehicle so that the details of all defects are recorded for the workshops to correct all faults before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.



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