Help with snag list - 2007MY V8
Discussion
Hello All,
I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
krisdelta said:
Hello All,
I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
Don't you have a handbook it shows you how to replace the battery in the blipper.I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
I had a good thumb through and couldn't find anything except on what the buttons do - will go through it again... Thank you LC23 said:
krisdelta said:
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
New door module for me when this happened on mine. Was covered under extended warranty.Hi Kris,
When I first bought my V12V I emailed Aston customer services to ask if they could supply my handbook as a PDF. I wanted to know what I was doing BEFORE I picked up the car. They got back to me with the requested document within 48 hours. The upside of this is that I still have an imaculate, un-thumbed handbook (these things are beautiful!!!) and I find it somewhat easier to read on an iPhone/iPad.
I also asked them another couple of obscure questions (changing dash to KM and E10 fuel suitability) and they were just as quick at replying then.
ATB,
Kevin
When I first bought my V12V I emailed Aston customer services to ask if they could supply my handbook as a PDF. I wanted to know what I was doing BEFORE I picked up the car. They got back to me with the requested document within 48 hours. The upside of this is that I still have an imaculate, un-thumbed handbook (these things are beautiful!!!) and I find it somewhat easier to read on an iPhone/iPad.
I also asked them another couple of obscure questions (changing dash to KM and E10 fuel suitability) and they were just as quick at replying then.
ATB,
Kevin
Hi David,
Yes....As you suspected all the info came from HQ....The dealer was unaware of the PDF file's existance!
As for E10, they said no worries. I only asked after reading horror stories in the AMOC rag. My favourite pit stop in Rouen (France) supplies E10 and I was worried. I was relieved to find that is wasn't an issue.
ATB,
Kevin
Yes....As you suspected all the info came from HQ....The dealer was unaware of the PDF file's existance!
As for E10, they said no worries. I only asked after reading horror stories in the AMOC rag. My favourite pit stop in Rouen (France) supplies E10 and I was worried. I was relieved to find that is wasn't an issue.
ATB,
Kevin
krisdelta said:
Hello All,
I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
My door handle did that recently and it was a warranty job. Oddly they replace the whole of the internal backing plate of the handle as the LED is siliconed into the handle. Gone are hte days of just sticking a new bulb in. I got to see a similar part on a different car and it didn't look hard to replace if I am honest.....I've tried the trusty search but am not getting any joy.
Two issues I need to sort out:
1) Spare remote key appears to have a flat battery - can I just replace the battery or do I need to go to a dealer and perform a secret handshake / hand over lots of money to awaken it?
2) The drivers side handle LED doesn't seem to illuminate - anything simple I can look for or just wait for my next service?
As ever - thank you
Kris
krisdelta said:
Funnily enough it seems to flash at odd points so it may be "how it works" or perhaps there is some button I need to press, still fighting my way through the instructions
I had the same, one light came on but the drivers door didn't. Works Service changed the module but the light still flashes at odd intervals when the door is shut and the engine is running. I did ask but...huggy1 said:
I had the same, one light came on but the drivers door didn't. Works Service changed the module but the light still flashes at odd intervals when the door is shut and the engine is running. I did ask but...
...they all do that Sir? Part of the experience I think. Mrs Delta asked why they flashed but don't stay on to see the handles... Maybe I should write to the chap who signed off my car? 
JohnG1 said:
So did you drive to work today then? London Wall canyon and Beech Street "tunnel" run for lunch? If you need a +1???
I didn't - boss is buying me a beer today, so thought better of mixing the two. Will definately be up in the new year with the car (boss from Germany want to see it) and will take you up on that offer John. Merry Christmas! Battery replacement in the alarm fob is dealt with in the handbook under " Remote Transmitter Battery Replacement ."
Reads as follows.
When the remote transmitter battery is low, the warning " Remote battery Low Voltage " will show in the message centre right.
Do NOT press the operating buttons during battery replacement. If the coding is disrupted , it will be necessary to have your Aston Martin Dealer re-programme the remote transmitter.
1. Remove the small grub screw and withdraw the key holder.
2. Remove second grub screw and then part the two halves of the battery case.
3.Replace the battery positive side down.Finger marks will reduce battery life.Avoid touching the flat surfaces of the battery and wipe the battery clean before installation.
4. Reassemble the remote transmitter.
5. Test the alarm system.
Reads as follows.
When the remote transmitter battery is low, the warning " Remote battery Low Voltage " will show in the message centre right.
Do NOT press the operating buttons during battery replacement. If the coding is disrupted , it will be necessary to have your Aston Martin Dealer re-programme the remote transmitter.
1. Remove the small grub screw and withdraw the key holder.
2. Remove second grub screw and then part the two halves of the battery case.
3.Replace the battery positive side down.Finger marks will reduce battery life.Avoid touching the flat surfaces of the battery and wipe the battery clean before installation.
4. Reassemble the remote transmitter.
5. Test the alarm system.
Gassing Station | Aston Martin | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff