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SERVICE ACTION RECALLTo: ALL IMPORTERS/DEALERS

For the attention of: The Service ManagerPlease copy to: The Parts Manager

The Dealer PrincipalAston Martin Technician(s)

Reference:SAR 005

Model: V8 Vantage Issued:April 2000

Vin Range: 70001 70167

Subject: Rear Hub Carrier to Rear Axle De Dion TubeAttachment Integrity Page: 2 of 7

Throughout the product ion life of V8 Vantage three different methods of De D ion rear axle tubeassembly have been employed to facilitate co ntinuous manufacture.

As a consequence of these design changes, routine design verification accelerated durability testshave bee n carried out to validate the long-term in-service robustness of each component. Theresult of this testing has predicted that one of the three variants employed has the potential tosuffer from stress cracks between the rear hub to axle tube interface, following extended use,which could result in impeded rear road wheel stability should failure occur.

Although we have not experienced actual field failures in service, and our conclusions are basedwho lly on accelerated rig testing and computer simulated ana lysis, a s a precaution w e ha vedecided to formally Reca ll all vehicles within the affected VIN ranges. This ac tion will facilitate aphysical inspection to verify which type of De Dion rear axle is fitted to each vehicle, also asnecessary enab le replacement o f the assembly should it prove to be one of the suspect b atch.

IMPORTANT NOTE: YOU SHOULD BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN VEHICLES WITHIN THELISTED VIN RANGES MAY ALSO BE AFFECTED BY OTHER SERVICEACTION CAMPAIGNS, THEREFORE YOU SHOULD PLAN YOURACTIONS TO AVOID CUSTOMERS HAVING TO MAKE SEPARATEVISITS TO THE DEALERSHIP.

IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DUPLICATION OF THIS SERVICEACTION RECALL, PLEASE CONTACT OUR WARRANTY & RECORDSDEPT (QUOTING VIN and SAR 005) FOR CLARIFICATION, PRIOR TOCOMMENCING WITH THE FOLLOWING INSTALLATIONPROCEDURE.!!! ! : +44 1908 619103Fax: + 44 1908 216933

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Workshop Procedure to inspect the De Dion

1. Fit the vehicle protection kit and drive the vehicle onto a suitable wheel free vehicle hoistand raise to a convenient working height.

2. Ensure suitable inspection illuminat ion and decide which of the follow ing illustrations is

appropriate. Identify the fixing method o f the hub carrier to De D ion assembly. It maybe necessary to use a wire brush to clear any excess paint to visibly confirm a brazed jointaxle assembly.NB: Axle replacement is only required should the puddle welded scenario be

discovered. Displaced puddle welded rear axles should be scrapped onremoval.

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Workshop procedure to replace the De Dion Axle:

1. Raise a nd safely support the rear of the car and remove the road wheels.2. Disconnect the exhaust assembly from the rear of the cruciform and with assistance remove

this from the vehicle.

3. Slacken the outer driveshaft nut using the following tools from the Phase 2 tool board, 36mm

socket 43-26721 and hub holding tool, part number: 43-26719. Fit brake pipe clamps, partnumber: 43-26737, to both rear flexible hoses therefore preventing the need for a hydraulicbleeding operation. Remove and support the rear brake calipers, disconnect and removethe rear brake discs and the outer driveshaft nuts. Disconnect and remove the ABS sensorsfrom the rea r hubs. Disconne ct and remove the a nti-roll bar joint from the upright on eachside.

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4. Slacken and remove the inner d riveshaft fixing bolts (six per side ), a nd remove the d riveshaft.Repeat for the opposite driveshaft.

5. Support the De Dion tube assembly, then slacken and remove the shock absorber fixings and

remove the shock absorbers.WARNING: When removing the shock absorber bolt, the rear road spring must becompressed, therefore exercise extreme caution when removing the bolt and De Dionsupports .Then remove the coil springs and disconnect the w atts linkage from the D e D ion tube.NB: the De Dion tube is now only supported by the longitudinal links.

6. Remove any supports and lower the vehicle to ground level.7. Remove the four longitudinal link fixings from the chassis and allow the De Dion assembly to

rest on the ground a nd raise the vehicle leaving the D e Dion on the ground. Transfer the DeDion to a convenient working area to transfer the hub assemblies and the longitudinal links tothe new De Dion tube assembly.

8. Remove yokes from De Dion after removal of longitudinals, then remove hubs.9. To refit reverse the a bove procedure, ensuring the follow ing fixings are co rrect ly torqued tothe following figures.

Description lbs.ftO uter driveshaft nut 360 + loctite 242Wheel bearing retaining fixing 100Rear lower shock absorber bolt 50Caliper fixing bolts 75Road wheel nuts 70Longitudinal link to chassis 60

Longitudinal link to De Dion tube 60Yoke to De Dion 75

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Note : Use Blue 242 Loctite on a ll bolts when assembling.

Parts Requirements:The pa rts listed below should be o rdered directly from Aston Martin, Pa rts O perations: -

Description Part Number Q uantityDe Dion Rear Axle Assembly 26-72958 one as requiredYoke to De Dion Screw Durlok 697916 8Driveshaft M24 nut 693999 2Lower Damper Fixing M12 Nyloc 692093 2

Warranty Administration:Claims should be submitted in the normal manner quoting reference SAR 005 and the completeVehicle Identification Number (VIN). This will result in the appropriate reimburseme nt of costs.

A labour time of 0.25 hours will be allowed for the inspection only element of the Service ActionRecall, alternatively a labour time of 08.00 hours inclusive will be allowed for the completion ofthis Service Action Recall. (Repair operation numbe r 34-1-10)Displaced puddle welded rear axles should be scrapped on removal.

If you have any queries in connection with this Service Action Recall please contact Aston MartinCustomer Services on ! : + 44 1908 619100/1/2 or facsimile: + 44 1908 216933.

Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

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SUGGESTED FORMAT FOR LETTERFROM DEALER TO CUSTOMER

Dear

Vehicle Safety Recall

As the owner of an Aston Martin, I am sure you know that we and Aston Martin Lagonda Limitedcontinue to w ork very closely together to ensure tha t w e a chieve and maintain the higheststandards of product quality and integrity.

As part of the regular reviews which we conduct with Aston Martin Lagonda, we have beenadvised of a possible concern regarding the De Dion rear axle which is fitted to your vehicle,which could potentially result in impeded rear road wheel stability, should a failure occur.

In order to ensure that this item is to the correct manufacturers specification, might I ask you to

conta ct our Service Receptionist, Mr/Mrs/Ms?? O n ! : 000 at the earliest opportunity to agree atime whe n we can inspect your vehicle and if necessary complete any rectifica tion. Theinspection alone takes only 15 minutes, although should the rear axle require replacementrectification it should take no more than eight hours, and will be completed free of charge.

I apologise in advance for any possible inconvenience that this work may cause you, but thankyou in ad vance for your patience and consideration. If you have any queries in this regard pleasedo not hesitate to contact me on ! : 000000.

Yours sincerely

Service Manager (Name )Dealer Name