Installation (page 2 of 2)

Make

Aston Martin

Model

DB9 Factory Workshop Manual

Year

Issue 2, 2005

Section

Engine Sealing

03 EngineInstallation · page 2 of 2

4. Install the thermostat housing complete with the thermostat and a new ‘O’-ring (Refer to ‘Thermostat’, page 3-4-5). Torque bolts (x3) to 8-12 Nm. Torque the thermostat housing support bracket bolt (x1) to 23-27 Nm.

5. Install the upper idler pulley. Torque bolt to 25-27 Nm.
6. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner. Torque bolt to 25-27 Nm.

7. Install the sump bolts (x2). Torque to 15 Nm. + 90°.
8. Install the crankshaft damper.

1. Clean all sealant from the crankshaft key-way and oil the crankshaft damper seal surface.
   Apply silicone sealant to seal the key-way end.

1. Prevent crankshaft from turning (Refer to ‘303-1047 (Crankshaft Holding)’, page 20-1-6) and torque the crankshaft damper bolt in four stages:
2. Tighten to 120 Nm.
3. Back out a minimum of 360°.
4. Tighten to 47-53 Nm.
5. Tighten a further 85°-95°.

9. Install the crankshaft sensors (x2). Torque bolts to 8-12 Nm. Connect the wiring harness plugs.
10. Secure the power steering pump and the water pump to the timing cover. Torque bolts to 23-27 Nm.
11. Install the accessory drive belt (Refer to ‘Drive Belt’, page 3-6-1).
12. Install the camshaft cover (Refer to ‘Camshaft Cover’, page 3-11-1).
13. Fill the coolant system (Refer to ‘Cooling System (03.03)’, page 3-4-1).
14. Fill the engine with the recommended quantity and grade of engine oil (Refer to ‘Specifications’, page 3-3-2).

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