2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 043S/LSA (V8 Vantage)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Valve guide wear on high mileage engines
• Coolant system leaks from expansion tank

First checks

• Inspect timing chain tensioners
• Check for oil leaks around valve cover gaskets

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• 2012 model year covers both naturally aspirated and supercharged variants depending on market and optional trims.
• Exact power and torque figures differ for V8 Vantage, V8 Vantage S, and other special editions; this profile focuses on main global variants.