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Aston Martin DB9 Factory Workshop Manual (Issue 2, 2005)04 · 03 Engine
04 · Engine

Installation

Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
Year
Issue 2, 2005
Section
Lubrication System › Installation
03 EngineInstallation · page 1 of 2
  1. Remove bolts (x15 M8) and (x5 M6) that secure the sump. Withdraw the sump. Discard the sump gasket and oil seal (oil pump).
Engine view showing location of sump bolts highlighted in blue
  1. Clean the sump and engine block mating surfaces.

Installation

  1. Ensure the sump is clean.
  2. Install a new sump gasket. Ensure that the gasket protrudes evenly from its groove all around the sump.
Sump gasket illustration with callout text 'Make Sure The Gasket Protrudes Evenly From Its groove'
  1. Install a new oil seal to the sump (oil pump to sump).
Oil pump assembly detail showing the 'O' Ring position on the pump flange
  1. Apply dots (10 mm Dia approx.) of sealant to the sump sealing surface in the positions indicated.

The sump must be installed and secured within 6 minutes of applying beads of sealant.

Sump installation diagram showing arrows indicating sealant application points along the gasket groove

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