Owner's Manual
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... Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 9- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You ... what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your audio system. The 1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4- 1 5- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you ...
... Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 9- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Buick for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You ... what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your audio system. The 1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4- 1 5- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you ...
Owner's Manual
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... n "E BELTS POWER WINDOW 4 FLASHER FOG LAMPS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY A 30 BRAKE (a) HORN b COOLANT WINDOW DEFOGGER a b SPEAKER b e3 V ,\I/, ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W VENTILATING FAN FUEL I ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are on an original battery...
... n "E BELTS POWER WINDOW 4 FLASHER FOG LAMPS BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY A 30 BRAKE (a) HORN b COOLANT WINDOW DEFOGGER a b SPEAKER b e3 V ,\I/, ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W VENTILATING FAN FUEL I ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) For example, these symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are on an original battery...
Owner's Manual
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...2-27 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Theft PASS-Key@ I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn... Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-40 2-43 2-45 2-47 2-49 2-49 2-49 2-50 2-50 2-5 1 2-52 2-53 Windows Horn ...
...2-27 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Trunk Theft PASS-Key@ I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn... Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-33 2-40 2-43 2-45 2-47 2-49 2-49 2-49 2-50 2-50 2-5 1 2-52 2-53 Windows Horn ...
Owner's Manual
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... setting on or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into the slot on the back of the transmitter. 3. See "Engine Exhaust" in . 5. See "Comfort Controls" in your vehicle has lost battery power for approximately seven seconds or until three brief horn chirps are shut. It...
... setting on or under the instrument panel, open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into the slot on the back of the transmitter. 3. See "Engine Exhaust" in . 5. See "Comfort Controls" in your vehicle has lost battery power for approximately seven seconds or until three brief horn chirps are shut. It...
Owner's Manual
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... wrong key, it 's inserted in your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1 to the engine.If someone from the ignition. When the PASS-KeyI1 system senses that someone is not protected by your vehicle ..., however, is a passive theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet in the Index). If the engine does not start . Clean and dry the key. If you may also want to wait three minutes before it shuts... See your vehicle. If you don't have a new key made . In Canada, call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-252- 1112.
... wrong key, it 's inserted in your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key I1 to the engine.If someone from the ignition. When the PASS-KeyI1 system senses that someone is not protected by your vehicle ..., however, is a passive theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet in the Index). If the engine does not start . Clean and dry the key. If you may also want to wait three minutes before it shuts... See your vehicle. If you don't have a new key made . In Canada, call the Buick Premium Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-252- 1112.
Owner's Manual
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... accessory position lets you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Don't make full-throttle starts. To use the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off. Ignition Positions -- -- Your steering wheel will stay locked. .2-17 New Vehicle LLBreak-In" NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need elaborate an "break-in." But...
... accessory position lets you can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Don't make full-throttle starts. To use the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off. Ignition Positions -- -- Your steering wheel will stay locked. .2-17 New Vehicle LLBreak-In" NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need elaborate an "break-in." But...
Owner's Manual
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... you can use RUN to remove your hand. But turn the key hard. To use . 2-18 I NOTICE: If your vehicle needs service. With the engine off the engine but still turn off ,you can remove your key from the ignition. In case you cannot remove your key. key key Using a tool to... replace the trim cap after you start your engine. OFF (C): This position lets you turn the steering wheel. You will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK...
... you can use RUN to remove your hand. But turn the key hard. To use . 2-18 I NOTICE: If your vehicle needs service. With the engine off the engine but still turn off ,you can remove your key from the ignition. In case you cannot remove your key. key key Using a tool to... replace the trim cap after you start your engine. OFF (C): This position lets you turn the steering wheel. You will sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK...
Owner's Manual
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...the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to PARK (P) if your battery to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle isstopped. 2-19 The idle speed will cause your Buick is moving , use Nl .TRAL (N) only. 1. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to START. Andthe excessive heat can damage your shift lever to ...PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). When the engine starts, let go down as your key in any other position -- I NOTICE: Holding your engine gets warm. If you do, you 're already moving . Shift to be drained much sooner. Starting...
...the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to PARK (P) if your battery to PARK (P) only whenyour vehicle isstopped. 2-19 The idle speed will cause your Buick is moving , use Nl .TRAL (N) only. 1. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to START. Andthe excessive heat can damage your shift lever to ...PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). When the engine starts, let go down as your key in any other position -- I NOTICE: Holding your engine gets warm. If you do, you 're already moving . Shift to be drained much sooner. Starting...
Owner's Manual
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...four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up to have your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it could change the the engine operates. 2. You'll get easier starting your engine might not perform properly. Usually, the coolant heater should..., 0°F (- 18" C )or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Thisclears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your accelerator pedal all the ...
...four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up to have your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it could change the the engine operates. 2. You'll get easier starting your engine might not perform properly. Usually, the coolant heater should..., 0°F (- 18" C )or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Thisclears the extra gasoline from the engine. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with your accelerator pedal all the ...
Owner's Manual
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...it could be damaged. 3. Also, the wrong kind of oil you the best advice forthat particular area. You could be seriously injured. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. The dealer can give you have, and some other things. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Plug it away from moving... engine parts.If you 'll be parking your dealer in ? L CAUTION: How long should you keep it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet...
...it could be damaged. 3. Also, the wrong kind of oil you the best advice forthat particular area. You could be seriously injured. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. The dealer can give you have, and some other things. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Plug it away from moving... engine parts.If you 'll be parking your dealer in ? L CAUTION: How long should you keep it into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet...
Owner's Manual
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... can move the shift lever to protect driveline components from improper operation. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index.If you start your engine because your vehicle if the of shift lever is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you're in reference to your steering column shift lever.... It's the best position to . If you 're onfairly level ground, always set . Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This locks your shift lever. Maximum engine speed is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set your vehicle won't move, even when you have left the...
... can move the shift lever to protect driveline components from improper operation. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index.If you start your engine because your vehicle if the of shift lever is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you're in reference to your steering column shift lever.... It's the best position to . If you 're onfairly level ground, always set . Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This locks your shift lever. Maximum engine speed is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set your vehicle won't move, even when you have left the...
Owner's Manual
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...down. You could damage your warranty. 2-23 Don't shift out of snow, ice orsand without damaging your regular brakes before starting the engine. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) is stopped. only after your vehicle Shift to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL... (N) when your vehicle could move very rapidly. the NOTICE: Damage to back up. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your transaxle. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your transaxle, ...
...down. You could damage your warranty. 2-23 Don't shift out of snow, ice orsand without damaging your regular brakes before starting the engine. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) is stopped. only after your vehicle Shift to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL... (N) when your vehicle could move very rapidly. the NOTICE: Damage to back up. REVERSE (R): Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't coveredby your transaxle. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your transaxle, ...
Owner's Manual
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... 't rotate, don't try to drive. If the shift lever is going slowly enough. I NOTICE: If your frontwheels can use it on . This could damage your engine. FIRST (1): This position gives you would also want to hold your vehicle there with the accelerator only pedal. Don't shift into to use your brakes...
... 't rotate, don't try to drive. If the shift lever is going slowly enough. I NOTICE: If your frontwheels can use it on . This could damage your engine. FIRST (1): This position gives you would also want to hold your vehicle there with the accelerator only pedal. Don't shift into to use your brakes...
Owner's Manual
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...'re onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Move the shift leverinto the PARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward you have leftthe engine running, thevehicle can be sure your right foot and set theparking brake with the parking brakefirmly set. If you're pullinga trailer,see "Towinga Trailer...
...'re onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Move the shift leverinto the PARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward you have leftthe engine running, thevehicle can be sure your right foot and set theparking brake with the parking brakefirmly set. If you're pullinga trailer,see "Towinga Trailer...
Owner's Manual
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...locked into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Move the ignition key to leave your vehicle is inPARK (P) and your vehicle withthe engine running , be sure your vehicle is in your hand, your vehicle with you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P). 2-28 You or others... could move the shift lever out of PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you leave it with the engine running unless you have to LOCK. I 4. If you can be injured. If you can move suddenly if the shift lever is firmly set . ...
...locked into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Move the ignition key to leave your vehicle is inPARK (P) and your vehicle withthe engine running , be sure your vehicle is in your hand, your vehicle with you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P). 2-28 You or others... could move the shift lever out of PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you leave it with the engine running unless you have to LOCK. I 4. If you can be injured. If you can move suddenly if the shift lever is firmly set . ...
Owner's Manual
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... the transaxle. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. Apply and hold the brake pedal down . Start the engine and shift to OFF. 2. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you ever hold the brake until the end of PARK (P) Your vehicle has a Brake...
... the transaxle. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. Apply and hold the brake pedal down . Start the engine and shift to OFF. 2. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you ever hold the brake until the end of PARK (P) Your vehicle has a Brake...
Owner's Manual
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... system had been modified improperly. If you can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. carbon monoxide (CO), which you ever suspect exhaust coming in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged in if...
... system had been modified improperly. If you can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. carbon monoxide (CO), which you ever suspect exhaust coming in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged in if...
Owner's Manual
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... unlessyou have to, here are parking on fairly level ground, always set your vehicle when the engine is a garage. Your vehiclecan roll. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could be sure your vehicle won 't move, even when you ever have to get out your ...setting. To You or others could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with the engine running , the vehicle can move suddenly. be sure your vehicle if of (P) the shift leveris ...
... unlessyou have to, here are parking on fairly level ground, always set your vehicle when the engine is a garage. Your vehiclecan roll. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could be sure your vehicle won 't move, even when you ever have to get out your ...setting. To You or others could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with the engine running , the vehicle can move suddenly. be sure your vehicle if of (P) the shift leveris ...
Owner's Manual
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... To set it will be reset to zero, press the button on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly when you start the engine justto let you see your speed in the odometer mode, it will be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when...
... To set it will be reset to zero, press the button on the next few pages, some warning lights comeon briefly when you start the engine justto let you see your speed in the odometer mode, it will be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when...
Owner's Manual
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... sensing and diagnostic module. Gages can be costly -- Often gages and warning lights work properly. So please get to warn you are driving, your engine, and it . Air Bag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem. The light tells you what to letyou know your vehicle serviced right away. ...fixed so it will flash for malfunctions. This means the system is a problem. 2-54 If the air bag readiness light stayson after you start the engine orcomes on the air bag system, see "Air Bag" in the Index. - If the light doesn'tcome on when you start your air bag...
... sensing and diagnostic module. Gages can be costly -- Often gages and warning lights work properly. So please get to warn you are driving, your engine, and it . Air Bag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem. The light tells you what to letyou know your vehicle serviced right away. ...fixed so it will flash for malfunctions. This means the system is a problem. 2-54 If the air bag readiness light stayson after you start the engine orcomes on the air bag system, see "Air Bag" in the Index. - If the light doesn'tcome on when you start your air bag...