Removal
- Make
- Aston Martin
- Model
- DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- Issue 2, 2005
- Section
- Body Closures › Removal
01 Body systemRemoval
| Repair Operation Time (ROT) | |
|---|---|
| Item | Code |
| Remove and reinstall | 01.03.BB |
Removal
Warning
The boot lid is heavy. Removal / replacement is a two person operation.
- Open the boot lid.
- Remove the boot lid trim panel (Fir trees).
- Disconnect the boot lid harness.
- Slightly loosen the bolts (x4) that secure the boot lid to the boot lid hinges.
- Support the boot lid. Remove the hinge bolts.
- Withdraw the boot lid from the vehicle.
Installation
- Align the boot lid to it's hinges. Install bolts (x4) sufficiently to manoeuvre the boot lid on it's hinges. Gently lower the boot lid rear edge, ensure the front corners do not touch the rear wings.
- Align the boot lid front edge centrally in the boot aperture. Manoeuvre as required to achieve correct gaps.
- Partially raise the boot lid and 'nip' up the hinge bolts.
- Lower the boot lid. Check for correct alignment and readjust if required.
- Fully raise the boot lid. Torque the hinge bolts to 25 Nm.
- Gently close the boot lid. Check for correct engagement of the boot latch.
Adjust the boot latch if required. Torque the boot latch bolts, to 9 Nm.
- Connect the boot lid wiring harness plugs.
- Fully close the boot lid.
Check for correct operation of the boot release switch and remote transmitter boot lid enable. - Install the boot lid trim.
Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Aston Martin DB9
- TOOLTrim removal tool kitSearch: trim removal tool kit
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- PARTPanel clip assortmentSearch: Aston Martin panel clips assortment
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