Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Aston Martin
01 00 Introduction02 01 Body system03 02 Frame and mounting04 03 Engine05 04 Suspension06 05 Driveline07 06 Brake system08 07 Transmission09 08 Clutch10 09 Exhaust11 10 Fuel12 11 Steering13 12 Climate control14 13 Information, gauge and warning15 14 Power supply16 15 Vehicle entertainment17 16 Vacuum distribution18 17 Lighting19 18 Electric distribution and electronic control20 19 Electronic features21 20 Appendix and glossary
Aston Martin DB9 Factory Workshop Manual (Issue 2, 2005)04 · 03 Engine
04 · Engine

Torque Figures

Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
Year
Issue 2, 2005
Section
Lubrication System › Torque Figures
03 EngineTorque Figures
Engine oilMobil 1
Europe / Aus0W-40
USA0W-30 or 0W-40
To achieve the required high performance of synthetic lubricants, do not mix with mineral oils.
CapacityEurope
(Litres)
UK
(Pints)
USA
(Qts.)
Engine sump (incl. filter)10.017.610.6

Torque Figures

DescriptionNm.lb. / ft.
Sump plug23-2717-20
Sump bolts (two stage)1.1511.5
(in sequence)
2.A further 90°
(same sequence)
Oil pump boltsM823-2717-20
M68-126-9

Engine Oil Specification

An oil of 0W-30 viscosity meeting Aston Martin specification WSS M2C913-A/B or 0W-40 viscosity meeting Aston Martin specification WSS-M2C937-A is preferred. Where this is not possible, oil meeting the following standards may be used.

0W-30

AuthorityStandard
APISL / SJ / EC / CF
ACEAA1 / A5 / B1 / B5
ILSACGF3

0W-40

AuthorityStandard
APISL / SJ / EC / CF
ACEAA3 / B3 / B4
ILSACGF3

Maintenance

Oil Drain

  1. Remove the front undertray.
  2. Remove the sump plug. Drain the oil into a suitable receptacle.
  3. Install a new sump plug. Torque to 23-27 Nm.

Caution
Always install a new oil drain bolt.

  1. Wipe the area clean before installing the front undertray. Install the front undertray.

Oil Filter

Repair Operation Time (ROT)
ItemCode
Oil Filter RenewLHD TBA
RHD 03.02.AB

Removal

RH Drive.

  1. Remove the front undertray.
  2. Remove the oil filter.
Diagram showing the location of the oil filter with a label 'Remove Oil Filter' pointing to it.

To lessen the amount of engine oil spillage, cover the oil filter with a plastic bag.

  1. Clean any excess oil from around and below the oil filter.

Caution
Engine oil may drain onto the steering rack and rubber hoses. Ensure excess engine oil is removed before installing the undertray.
Engine oil which remains may drip, in time, onto the undertray and indicate a false engine oil leak.

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