2009 maintenance schedule
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Preventive Maintenance & Service Schedule
The 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, powered by a 4.7-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, requires a disciplined and proactive maintenance schedule to...
Last updated
June 28, 2026
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The 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, powered by a 4.7-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, requires a disciplined and proactive maintenance schedule to preserve its performance, reliability, and value.
Service Schedule Overview
The factory-recommended primary service interval for the 2009 V8 Vantage is every 12 months or 10,000 miles (16,000 km), whichever comes first . The official maintenance schedule is structured around annual or mileage milestones, alternating between a standard service and a more comprehensive service that includes major fluid changes .
Official Dealer Service Schedule
The following table, based on official Aston Martin dealer fixed-price servicing for the 2005–2018 V8 Vantage, provides a reliable guide to required maintenance over a 10-year period :
| Service | Age / Mileage | Key Service Items | Approximate Cost (inc. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Service | 1 year / 10,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; comprehensive 131-point factory inspection. | £790 - £885 |
| 2nd Service | 2 years / 20,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; brake and clutch fluid replacement; pollen filter replacement. | £825 - £925 |
| 3rd Service | 3 years / 30,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; engine air filter replacement; ancillary drive belt replacement. | £790 - £885 |
| 4th Service | 4 years / 40,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; brake and clutch fluid replacement. | £825 - £925 |
| 5th Service | 5 years / 50,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; coolant replacement. | £920 - £1,025 |
| 6th Service | 6 years / 60,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; brake and clutch fluid replacement. | £825 - £925 |
| 7th Service | 7 years / 70,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; spark plug replacement. | £790 - £885 |
| 8th Service | 8 years / 80,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; brake and clutch fluid replacement. | £825 - £925 |
| 9th Service | 9 years / 90,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change. | £790 - £885 |
| 10th Service | 10 years / 100,000 miles | Engine oil and filter change; brake and clutch fluid replacement; coolant replacement. | £995 - £1,110 |
> Note: The cost variation reflects different dealer pricing structures, and each service includes a factory-prescribed 131-point inspection .
Fluid Specifications and Service Intervals
The 2009 V8 Vantage (4.7L) features an AJ-V8 / AM47 engine . The following table details the fluid specifications and replacement intervals based on official and specialist guidance :
| Service Item | Specification | Capacity | Check Interval | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil | Fully synthetic 5W-30 (meeting Ford WSS-M2C946-A or Chrysler MS-6395); 10W-60 for track use | 10.0 litres | - | 12 months / 16,000 km |
| Manual Transaxle Oil | SP Gear 5015 | 4.5 litres | 24 months / 32,000 km | 48 months / 64,000 km |
| SportShift Automated Manual Transaxle Oil | SP Gear 5015 | 4.5 litres | 24 months / 32,000 km | 48 months / 64,000 km |
| Brake and Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 | - | 12 months / 16,000 km | 24 months |
| Coolant | OAT-type (e.g., Coolant SP 15+) | 15.0 litres | 12 months / 16,000 km | 60 months / 160,000 km |
| Power Steering Fluid | SP Fluid 3013 | - | 12 months / 16,000 km | As required |
| Engine Air Filter | - | - | - | 36 months / 30,000 miles |
| Spark Plugs | - | - | - | 84 months / 70,000 miles |
Additional Maintenance Considerations
Timing Chain
The 4.7-litre V8 engine is equipped with a durable timing chain, not a rubber timing belt . The timing chain is designed to last the life of the engine under normal driving conditions and does not have a scheduled replacement interval .
Known Issues
Some owners have reported a grinding sensation when shifting into 3rd gear on manual transmission models, particularly when cold. Using the recommended Castrol BOT 270A transaxle fluid (or equivalent) is advised to mitigate this issue.
Service History Importance
Comprehensive service records from Aston Martin dealers or approved specialists are essential for maintaining the vehicle's value. A documented example shows the importance of a full main dealer and specialist history, where a vehicle had 11 service stamps over 12 years. Consistent annual maintenance is critical for these high-performance cars.