Get Maintenance -> Fluid Levels Guide for Aston Martin Vantage 2 Door Third Generation (2005-2017)

11.8

Maintenance

Fluid Levels

Warning: Engine components may be hot and could cause

severe burns.

[1] : Washer fluid reservoir.

[2] : Engine oil filler cap.

[3] : Brake fluid reservoir.

[4] : Engine oil dipstick.

[5] : Engine coolant reservoir.

[6] : Power steering fluid reservoir.

Windscreen Wash Fluid Level

Top up as required. In winter, to prevent the

windscreen wash fluid freezing, increase the fluid

concentration (refer to the manufacturers

recommendations on the windscreen wash fluid

container).

When the level of windscreen wash fluid is low an information

message will show in the message centre (right) and the amber

warning symbol will come ON.

Local or state regulations may restrict the use of volatile organic

compounds (VOCs), which are commonly used as antifreeze

agents in windscreen washer fluid. A windscreen washer fluid

with limited VOC content should be used only if it provides

adequate freeze resistance for all regions and climates in which

the vehicle will be operated.

Windscreen Washer Jets

The washer jet housings are located on the rear edge of the hood.

Each housing contains two washer jets. Windscreen washer jets are

set during manufacture and should not need adjustment. However,

if adjustment is required, adjust up or down so that the fluid strikes

between a third and half way up the windscreen.

11.9

Maintenance

Brake Fluid Level

Warning: Do not drive the vehicle if the brake fluid level is

below the minimum mark.

Make sure that the brake fluid does not contact the paint work

during the topping up operation. Serious paint work damage can

result. If a spillage does occur, immediately flush any brake fluid

from the paint work with clean, fresh water and then wipe with a

clean damp cloth.

The brake fluid level should read between the Min. and Max. marks.

1. Remove the reservoir cap. Top up to the Max.

level.

2. Install the reservoir cap securely.

Engine Coolant Level

Warning: Do not remove the filler cap until the coolant

system has cooled. Scalding can be caused by escaping steam or

coolant.

Use a cloth or glove to protect hands and protect face and arms

adequately.

1. Remove the pressure cap to check the coolant

level. The correct coolant level is to the top of the

reservoir tank. Top up with the correct antifreeze

mix, if required (Refer to ’Fluids and Capacities’,

page 12.9).

2. Make sure that the filler cap is secure after topping up.

Do not over tighten.

If required to remove the pressure cap before the engine is cold, use

gloves or a protective cloth and slowly loosen the pressure cap.

Allow residual pressure to slowly drop. Continue to turn the pressure

cap until it is released.

Power Steering Fluid Level

Make sure that the power steering fluid does not contact the

paint work during topping up. Serious paint work damage can

result. If a spillage does occur, immediately flush any power

steering fluid from the paint work with clean fresh water, then

wipe with a clean damp cloth.

Always check the reservoir level when the engine is cold and with the

front road wheels in the straight ahead position.

Wipe the reservoir cap clean before removing to

prevent an ingress of contaminants.

1. Remove the reservoir cap and wipe the dipstick

clean with a lint free cloth. Replace and remove

again. The fluid level should read between the

Min. and Max. marks.

2. If required, top up fluid level. Do not overfill.

11.10

Maintenance

Engine Oil Level

Warning: Engine oil or components may be hot and could

cause severe burns.

Running the engine with engine oil below the lower mark or

above the upper mark can cause serious engine damage.

This vehicle's warranty may be invalidated if damage is caused

by the use of incorrect engine oil. Low quality or obsolete oils do

NOT give the protection required by modern, high performance

engines.

Failure to use engine oil that meets the required specification

could cause excessive engine wear, a build up of sludge and

deposits, and increased pollution. It could also lead to engine

failure (Refer to ’Fluids and Capacities’, page 12.9).

• The vehicle should be on level ground.

• Check the oil level when the engine completely cold.

• Check the engine oil level every fourth fuel tank fill or weekly -

which ever is the sooner.

Oil Level Check:

1. Withdraw and wipe the dipstick clean, using a

lint free cloth.

2. Fully insert the dipstick

with the Min. and Max.

marking on the blade

upwards (facing

towards the engine).

Withdraw again.

Approximately 0.22 gallons is required to bring the level from

Min. to Max.

3. The oil level should read

between the Min. and Max.

marks.

4. If required remove the filler, top

up to the Max. mark with the recommended

engine oil.

5. Wait for approximately two minutes for the oil to settle, then

check the level again. Add oil if required. Do not overfill.

6. Replace the filler cap securely, replace the dipstick and press it

home.

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