electrical

Fog Light Assembly

for 2009 Aston Martin DB9 6.0L V12 · RWD

Difficulty

Moderate

Time

1.3 h

Tools

Steps

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Procedure for removing and replacing the front fog light assembly on a 2009 Aston Martin DB9, including access through the front bumper area and electrical connection.

Warnings

⚠Ensure the vehicle has cooled completely if recently driven, as fog lights and surrounding components may be hot.

⚠Do not force trim clips or fasteners; Aston Martin trim components are expensive and fragile.

ℹ️Fog light bulbs are often fragile; handle the assembly carefully to avoid internal damage.

Tools required

Torx bit set (T20, T25, T30)Essential

Socket set with extensionEssential

Panel removal tool set

Flathead screwdriver (trim removal)

Work light or flashlightEssential

Wheel chocksEssential

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Parts

Fog light assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
Push clips (if damaged during removal) × 2 — Use OEM specification

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Preparation

Park vehicle on level ground and apply parking brake
Place wheel chocks behind rear wheels
Turn ignition off and remove key
Allow vehicle to cool if recently driven
Turn steering wheel to full lock in the direction of the fog light being serviced for improved access

Procedure

1
Access the wheel arch liner
Working from underneath the front of the vehicle on the side with the fog light to be replaced, locate the front section of the wheel arch liner. The liner provides access to the rear of the fog light assembly. You may need to turn the steering wheel to full lock toward the working side for better access.
2
Remove wheel arch liner fasteners
Remove the fasteners securing the forward section of the wheel arch liner (verify exact count and fastener type against OEM documentation for the 2009 DB9). These may be Torx screws or plastic push-rivets. Remove enough fasteners along the forward edge of the liner to create clearance to fold back the liner and access the fog light housing from behind. Note the location of each fastener for reinstallation. Note: Remove the fasteners securing the forward section of the wheel arch liner. These may be Torx screws and/or plastic push-rivet (scrivet) clips. Remove the fasteners along the forward edge of the liner to create enough clearance to fold back the liner and access the fog light housing from behind. Verify exact fastener type, size, and count against Aston Martin service documentation before proceeding. Note: Align the fastener holes and reinstall all fasteners removed in step 2 (Torx screws and/or plastic push-rivet clips).
3
Fold back wheel arch liner
Carefully pull the wheel arch liner away from the body to create working space. The liner is flexible; fold it back gently to avoid tearing. You should now have visual and physical access to the rear of the fog light assembly and its electrical connector.
4
Disconnect fog light electrical connector
Locate the electrical connector at the rear of the fog light assembly. Press the release tab on the connector and pull it straight back to disconnect it from the fog light. The connector may be tight; work it gently without pulling on the wires themselves.
5
Remove fog light assembly mounting fasteners
Locate the mounting fasteners securing the fog light assembly to the bumper cover (verify exact count and fastener type against OEM documentation for the 2009 DB9). These may be Torx screws accessible from behind the bumper. Remove all fasteners completely and retain them for reinstallation. Note: Locate the mounting fasteners securing the fog light assembly to the bumper cover, accessible from behind the bumper. Remove all fasteners completely and retain them for reinstallation. Verify the exact fastener count and Torx size against Aston Martin service documentation before proceeding.
6
Extract fog light assembly
With all fasteners removed, carefully disengage the fog light assembly from the bumper cover, typically by pushing or drawing it out through the front opening of the bumper. The assembly may have alignment tabs or clips that need to be worked free. The assembly may have alignment tabs or clips that need to be worked free. Pull evenly to avoid breaking mounting tabs. Once clear of the bumper, remove the assembly from the vehicle. Note: With all fasteners removed, carefully disengage the fog light assembly from the bumper cover, working it free from its locating tabs or clips. Depending on the mounting design, the assembly may release forward (outward from the front of the bumper) or rearward through the access opening. Pull evenly to avoid breaking mounting tabs. Note: With all fasteners removed, carefully disengage the fog light assembly from the bumper cover, working it free from its mounting location. The assembly may be removed either from the front of the bumper or through the wheel arch access depending on the retention design. The assembly may have alignment tabs or clips that need to be worked free.
7
Inspect mounting location
With the fog light removed, inspect the mounting area in the bumper cover for damage, cracks, or broken mounting tabs. Check that any alignment pins or clips in the bumper are intact. Clean any debris or road dirt from the mounting area.
8
Install new fog light assembly
Position the new fog light assembly into the bumper opening from behind. Align the mounting tabs and any locating pins with their corresponding holes in the bumper cover. Push the assembly forward until it seats fully into the bumper. Verify the assembly is flush with the bumper surface and properly aligned before installing fasteners.
9
Install fog light mounting fasteners
Install the mounting fasteners through the mounting holes from behind the bumper. Start all fasteners by hand to ensure proper thread engagement, then tighten evenly in a cross pattern to secure the assembly. Torque to a snug fit without over-tightening, as these fasten into plastic.
10
Reconnect electrical connector
Push the electrical connector firmly onto the fog light assembly terminal until the locking tab clicks into place. Gently tug on the connector to verify it is fully seated and locked.
11
Reinstall wheel arch liner
Position the wheel arch liner back into place against the body. Align the fastener holes and reinstall all Torx fasteners removed in step 2. Tighten the fasteners securely but do not over-torque into the plastic liner material.

Reassembly

Ensure all Torx fasteners in the wheel arch liner are properly seated and tightened
Verify the fog light assembly is flush with the bumper cover and properly aligned
Check that no tools or hardware were left in the wheel arch area

Verification

Turn the ignition to the ON position and activate the fog lights using the lighting control switch
Verify the new fog light illuminates properly with correct beam pattern and no flickering
Walk around the vehicle and confirm the fog light is aligned with the opposite side
Check for proper seating of the fog light assembly in the bumper with no gaps or misalignment
Verify the wheel arch liner is properly secured with no loose fasteners or rattles