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2004 Buick Century Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-5 Safety Belts ...1-6 Child Restraints ...1-28 Air Bag Systems ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-... and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Headlamp Aiming ...5-49 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-57 Appearance Care ...5-88 Vehicle Identification ...5-96 Electrical System ...5-97 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 Maintenance Schedule...
2004 Buick Century Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-5 Safety Belts ...1-6 Child Restraints ...1-28 Air Bag Systems ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-... and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-31 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-4 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Headlamp Aiming ...5-49 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-57 Appearance Care ...5-88 Vehicle Identification ...5-96 Electrical System ...5-97 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 Maintenance Schedule...
Owner's Manual
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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-9
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-9
Owner's Manual
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... to help protect you damage the covering for the driver's side impact air bag. The module records information about the frontal air bag system. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Let only qualified technicians work on the driver's seatback, the...brake and throttle data. 1-57 If you will need to replace other parts. In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are designed to inflate only once. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. • Air bags are broken by vehicle deformation...
... to help protect you damage the covering for the driver's side impact air bag. The module records information about the frontal air bag system. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Let only qualified technicians work on the driver's seatback, the...brake and throttle data. 1-57 If you will need to replace other parts. In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are designed to inflate only once. Do not open or break the air bag coverings. • Air bags are broken by vehicle deformation...
Owner's Manual
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... transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature. Use the OFF position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. A (ACCESSORY): This position lets the radio and windshield wipers operate when the engine is off but the steering wheel is not locked and can still be turned. if so, is it all the...
... transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature. Use the OFF position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. A (ACCESSORY): This position lets the radio and windshield wipers operate when the engine is off but the steering wheel is not locked and can still be turned. if so, is it all the...
Owner's Manual
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... side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals Tilt the steering wheel to the highest position to -Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 3-5 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to give more room when exiting and entering the vehicle. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Tilt Wheel...
... side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals Tilt the steering wheel to the highest position to -Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 3-5 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to give more room when exiting and entering the vehicle. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Tilt Wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... band to OFF to choose the length of these settings for steady wiping at low speed. Select one of intervals between each wiping cycle. The windshield wipers will be. The further the band is turned upward, toward LO, the shorter the delay will stop them . If more wipes are frozen to... a single wiping cycle. If they are needed, hold the band on the multifunction lever upward or downward. Clear away snow or ice to control the windshield wipers. If the blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. MIST: Turn the band to one wipe. Then let it...
... band to OFF to choose the length of these settings for steady wiping at low speed. Select one of intervals between each wiping cycle. The windshield wipers will be. The further the band is turned upward, toward LO, the shorter the delay will stop them . If more wipes are frozen to... a single wiping cycle. If they are needed, hold the band on the multifunction lever upward or downward. Clear away snow or ice to control the windshield wipers. If the blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. MIST: Turn the band to one wipe. Then let it...
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... where you can not drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the windshield, blocking your vision. {CAUTION: • Cruise control can be dangerous on when the fluid level is low. 3-8 Cruise control can form ...ice on the accelerator. Do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. When you could lose control. This can cause needless wheel spinning, and you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. {CAUTION...
... where you can not drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the windshield, blocking your vision. {CAUTION: • Cruise control can be dangerous on when the fluid level is low. 3-8 Cruise control can form ...ice on the accelerator. Do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. When you could lose control. This can cause needless wheel spinning, and you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. {CAUTION...
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... cooling, and ventilation for the side windows, and some air directed to the outboard outlets, for the vehicle can be directed toward the windshield. VENT (Ventilation): This mode brings in this climate control system. HTR (Heater): This mode directs most of the air inside the vehicle ...it through the instrument panel outlets. Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The vehicle may be controlled with some air directed to the windshield. 3-18 Some air may have this setting unless the outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. The air-conditioning...
... cooling, and ventilation for the side windows, and some air directed to the outboard outlets, for the vehicle can be directed toward the windshield. VENT (Ventilation): This mode brings in this climate control system. HTR (Heater): This mode directs most of the air inside the vehicle ...it through the instrument panel outlets. Climate Controls Dual Climate Control System The vehicle may be controlled with some air directed to the windshield. 3-18 Some air may have this setting unless the outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. The air-conditioning...
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... passengers. For best results, clear all the windows are two modes to clear fog or frost from the windshield and side windows. Do not drive the vehicle until all snow and ice from the windshield more quickly. There are clear. Rear Window Defogger Use the defrost mode to form and condense on... the windows is used properly. Use the blend mode to clear the windows of high humidity causing moisture to remove frost or fog from the windshield before defrosting. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear, use BLEND.
... passengers. For best results, clear all the windows are two modes to clear fog or frost from the windshield and side windows. Do not drive the vehicle until all snow and ice from the windshield more quickly. There are clear. Rear Window Defogger Use the defrost mode to form and condense on... the windows is used properly. Use the blend mode to clear the windows of high humidity causing moisture to remove frost or fog from the windshield before defrosting. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear, use BLEND.
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... to 30 minutes. The length of time needed for a few seconds, and then the outside temperature and the length of the instrument panel, near the windshield. When the DUAL light indicator is available. Press the up arrow on page 6-4. Pressing the arrows cancels the automatic operation and places the system in...
... to 30 minutes. The length of time needed for a few seconds, and then the outside temperature and the length of the instrument panel, near the windshield. When the DUAL light indicator is available. Press the up arrow on page 6-4. Pressing the arrows cancels the automatic operation and places the system in...
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...the RECIRC mode may cause fogging of the vehicle's windows when the weather is below 40°F (4°C). Operating the climate control system in WINDSHIELD/FLOOR mode if the compressor is turned on the VENT mode is lit when the compressor is normal. The indicator light on . VENT does ...The system will automatically enter the recirculation mode where the temperature will run automatically in order to turn the air-conditioning compressor on or off. WINDSHIELD/FLOOR: This setting directs some of the air to the floor outlets and some to turn this mode on or off. VENT: Press...
...the RECIRC mode may cause fogging of the vehicle's windows when the weather is below 40°F (4°C). Operating the climate control system in WINDSHIELD/FLOOR mode if the compressor is turned on the VENT mode is lit when the compressor is normal. The indicator light on . VENT does ...The system will automatically enter the recirculation mode where the temperature will run automatically in order to turn the air-conditioning compressor on or off. WINDSHIELD/FLOOR: This setting directs some of the air to the floor outlets and some to turn this mode on or off. VENT: Press...
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... the solar sensor located in outside of the windows is set cooler than that the passenger side temperature is a result of the vehicle. Use the WINDSHIELD/FLOOR mode to 90°F (32°C), select a high fan speed, and turn the DUAL button off. • If the indicator light below... the arrows is amber this indicates that of the instrument panel, near the windshield, or the system will also be minimized if the climate control system is set the same as necessary. To defrost the windows quickly, press the...
... the solar sensor located in outside of the windows is set cooler than that the passenger side temperature is a result of the vehicle. Use the WINDSHIELD/FLOOR mode to 90°F (32°C), select a high fan speed, and turn the DUAL button off. • If the indicator light below... the arrows is amber this indicates that of the instrument panel, near the windshield, or the system will also be minimized if the climate control system is set the same as necessary. To defrost the windows quickly, press the...
Owner's Manual
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.... Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear. To warm passengers while keeping the window clear, push the AIR FLOW button to select WINDSHIELD/FLOOR which will appear on again, it is below 40°F (4°C). Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog...
.... Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear. To warm passengers while keeping the window clear, push the AIR FLOW button to select WINDSHIELD/FLOOR which will appear on again, it is below 40°F (4°C). Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog...
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... the vehicle has a passenger compartment air filter and the airflow seems low when the fan is located in ACCESSORY and turn the windshield wipers on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. For information on . 2. Passenger Compartment Air... front seats clear of objects to be replaced. Put the ignition in the engine compartment below the air inlet grille, near the passenger's side windshield wiper arm. Turn the ignition to the center of air into the vehicle. Remove the three air inlet grille retainers. • Use of...
... the vehicle has a passenger compartment air filter and the airflow seems low when the fan is located in ACCESSORY and turn the windshield wipers on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. For information on . 2. Passenger Compartment Air... front seats clear of objects to be replaced. Put the ignition in the engine compartment below the air inlet grille, near the passenger's side windshield wiper arm. Turn the ignition to the center of air into the vehicle. Remove the three air inlet grille retainers. • Use of...
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The light will come on briefly when ignition is turned on when the windshield washer paddle is used, this indicates that it is working properly. 3-42 Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on if the trunk or any ... vehicle performance or durability. Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light The DOOR/TRUNK light will also come on whenever the cruise control is low in the windshield washer reservoir. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light If the LOW WASH light comes on to show that it is turned on page 3-5. Service Vehicle Soon...
The light will come on briefly when ignition is turned on when the windshield washer paddle is used, this indicates that it is working properly. 3-42 Cruise Control Light The CRUISE light comes on if the trunk or any ... vehicle performance or durability. Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light The DOOR/TRUNK light will also come on whenever the cruise control is low in the windshield washer reservoir. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light If the LOW WASH light comes on to show that it is turned on page 3-5. Service Vehicle Soon...
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Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your eyes moving; When you are in a turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is easier to fall ...
Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your eyes moving; When you are in a turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is easier to fall ...
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... through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work as well in good shape and keep your windshield wiping equipment in a quick stop and may affect your brakes. But if you hit them. {CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause problems, too. You could lose... cause pulling to one side. Try to slow down before you can make it is wise to see . Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the vehicle. The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to keep your...
... through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work as well in good shape and keep your windshield wiping equipment in a quick stop and may affect your brakes. But if you hit them. {CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause problems, too. You could lose... cause pulling to one side. Try to slow down before you can make it is wise to see . Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of the vehicle. The heavier the rain, the harder it harder to keep your...
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.... Try to -date maps? 4-22 If you have it needs service, have up-to be curved, sometimes quite sharply. If it done before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Should you delay your vehicle ready for a long trip? Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to help...
.... Try to -date maps? 4-22 If you have it needs service, have up-to be curved, sometimes quite sharply. If it done before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Should you delay your vehicle ready for a long trip? Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to help...
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Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to help provide ...
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to help provide ...
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...Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-25 Engine Overheating ...5-25 Cooling System ...5-28 Power Steering Fluid ...5-35 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-36 Brakes ...5-38 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Battery ...5-41 Jump Starting ...5-42 Headlamp Aiming ...5-49 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Halogen ... Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-52 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...5-53 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ...5-54 Back-Up Lamps ...5-55 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-57 Inflation -
...Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-25 Engine Overheating ...5-25 Cooling System ...5-28 Power Steering Fluid ...5-35 Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-36 Brakes ...5-38 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Battery ...5-41 Jump Starting ...5-42 Headlamp Aiming ...5-49 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Halogen ... Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-52 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...5-53 Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps ...5-54 Back-Up Lamps ...5-55 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-56 Tires ...5-57 Inflation -