Driveline (05.00)
- Make
- Aston Martin
- Model
- DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- Issue 2, 2005
- Section
- Driveshaft › Driveline (05.00)
Driveline (05.00)
Driveshaft (05.01)
Description
The driveshaft consists of a torque tube assembly, incorporating the propshaft, transferring drive from the power unit to the gearbox.
Engine power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a carbon fibre prop shaft. To prevent any shunting of the engine under high acceleration, the engine and transaxle are connected with an aluminium torque tube which surrounds the prop shaft. This arrangement is used on both the automatic and manual transmission cars.
Specifications
| Torque Figures | Nm. | lb. / ft. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torque Tube (front) | M8 | 25 | 18.5 |
| M10 | 50 | 37 | |
| Torque Tube (rear) | 43-57 | 32-42.5 | |
| Exhaust Manifold | 18-22 | 13.5-16.5 | |
| Starter Motor | 50 | 37 | |
| Drive Plate (Auto only) - Torque converter to prop shaft | 72 | 53.5 | |
Maintenance
Torque tube
| Repair Operation Time (ROT) | |
|---|---|
| Item | Code |
| Torque Tube Renew | 05.01.AB |
Remove
- Disconnect the vehicle battery. Raise the vehicle and make safe.
Caution
On a two post ramp ensure vehicle is ‘strapped’ to the lift.
If using a two post vehicle lift, remove the screws that secure the rear section of the front road wheel arch liners. Hold back the rear section of the road wheel arch liner to allow the foot of the vehicle lift to be positioned correctly. (Refer to ‘Jacking Points’, page I-I-IX)
- Remove the front road wheels and road wheel arch liners.
- Remove the shear panel and both undertrays.
- Remove the exhaust system (Refer to ‘Exhaust System’, page 9-2-1).
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