Owner's Manual
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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 ...1-58... ...3-44 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, 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...
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 ...1-58... ...3-44 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, 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...
Owner's Manual
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... could cause an electrical shock. Turn off the engine. 2. Also, the wrong kind of the vehicle's diagonal brace, which is not required. 2-21 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
... could cause an electrical shock. Turn off the engine. 2. Also, the wrong kind of the vehicle's diagonal brace, which is not required. 2-21 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
Owner's Manual
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... Audio System(s) on page 3-5. See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 2-34. O. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. F. Air Outlets. Hood Release. Audio System. See Glove Box on page 3-17. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Turn ... on page 3-4. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 3-25. G. H. I. See Outlet Adjustment on page 2-22. Side Window Defogger Outlet. See Hood Release on page 3-28. Ashtray. N. P. B. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. K. Tilt Wheel Lever. Gear Shift Lever. M. Horn. See Instrument ...
... Audio System(s) on page 3-5. See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 2-34. O. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. F. Air Outlets. Hood Release. Audio System. See Glove Box on page 3-17. The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Turn ... on page 3-4. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 3-25. G. H. I. See Outlet Adjustment on page 2-22. Side Window Defogger Outlet. See Hood Release on page 3-28. Ashtray. N. P. B. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. K. Tilt Wheel Lever. Gear Shift Lever. M. Horn. See Instrument ...
Owner's Manual
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... air filter is at the base of the windshield that may need to be changed periodically. Remove the air inlet grille. Raise the hood. 4. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the passenger's side of the vehicle and peel it back halfway to the center of the... change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. Remove the three air inlet grille retainers. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may need to be replaced. Put the ignition in the upright position. 3. For information on how often to OFF when the windshield...
... air filter is at the base of the windshield that may need to be changed periodically. Remove the air inlet grille. Raise the hood. 4. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the passenger's side of the vehicle and peel it back halfway to the center of the... change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. Remove the three air inlet grille retainers. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may need to be replaced. Put the ignition in the upright position. 3. For information on how often to OFF when the windshield...
Owner's Manual
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... ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-25...
... ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling Your Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-19 Engine Coolant ...5-22 Radiator Pressure Cap ...5-25...
Owner's Manual
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...burned. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Be careful not to the left of the steering column. {CAUTION: An electric fan under the... hood can get on hot engine parts and start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Pull the interior hood release handle located below the instrument panel, to drop or spill things that burn...
...burned. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Be careful not to the left of the steering column. {CAUTION: An electric fan under the... hood can get on hot engine parts and start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Pull the interior hood release handle located below the instrument panel, to drop or spill things that burn...
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Pull the hood down and close it . 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, make sure all of the filler caps are properly secured. 2. Push the secondary hood release, located under the hood, to the right to disengage it firmly. 5-11
Pull the hood down and close it . 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, make sure all of the filler caps are properly secured. 2. Push the secondary hood release, located under the hood, to the right to disengage it firmly. 5-11
Owner's Manual
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... cool. You or others could be covered by your engine catches fire because you just open the hood. Wait until it cools down. Stay away from the engine if you open the hood. The costly repairs would not be badly burned. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: (Continued) Just...
... cool. You or others could be covered by your engine catches fire because you just open the hood. Wait until it cools down. Stay away from the engine if you open the hood. The costly repairs would not be badly burned. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: (Continued) Just...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine idle. 5-27 Just to get service help right away. Also, see or hear any steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to be too serious. You may not be safe, drive slower for long periods in this for three minutes while you are parked. Stops...
... the engine idle. 5-27 Just to get service help right away. Also, see or hear any steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but to be too serious. You may not be safe, drive slower for long periods in this for three minutes while you are parked. Stops...
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Cooling System When it cools down. The vehicle should be seen: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can injure you. A. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is not running and can start up even when the engine is boiling, do not do anything else until it is safe to lift the hood, this is what will be parked on a level surface. Radiator Pressure Cap 5-28 Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan C. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Cooling System When it cools down. The vehicle should be seen: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can injure you. A. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is not running and can start up even when the engine is boiling, do not do anything else until it is safe to lift the hood, this is what will be parked on a level surface. Radiator Pressure Cap 5-28 Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan C. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Owner's Manual
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... starting terminal for more information on the battery. 5-43 The terminal is located on the same side of the positive (+) terminal on location. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, squeeze the sides of the red plastic cap and pull it could be covered by...
... starting terminal for more information on the battery. 5-43 The terminal is located on the same side of the positive (+) terminal on location. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, squeeze the sides of the red plastic cap and pull it could be covered by...
Owner's Manual
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... the outboard side of the headlamp cover. Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw B. Horizontal Block Index Plate C. Driver's Side Headlamp Shown A. Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw Open the hood and locate the vertical and horizontal aim indicators.
... the outboard side of the headlamp cover. Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw B. Horizontal Block Index Plate C. Driver's Side Headlamp Shown A. Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw Open the hood and locate the vertical and horizontal aim indicators.
Owner's Manual
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For the type of bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on the headlamp retainers (A) to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 2. Pull up on page 5-55. Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs {CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. Be sure to release the assembly locator tabs. 5-51 Open the hood. You or others could be injured. Headlamps 1.
For the type of bulb, see Replacement Bulbs on the headlamp retainers (A) to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 2. Pull up on page 5-55. Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs {CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. Be sure to release the assembly locator tabs. 5-51 Open the hood. You or others could be injured. Headlamps 1.
Owner's Manual
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... with genuine GM parts as needed. Inspect other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. Look for surface condition. Also look for the body doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove box door and console door. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for any torn...
... with genuine GM parts as needed. Inspect other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. Look for surface condition. Also look for the body doors, hood, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear compartment, glove box door and console door. Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for any torn...
Owner's Manual
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... on page 5-22. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in...
... on page 5-22. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in...
Owner's Manual
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Checking Things Under the Hood ...Checking Your Restraint Systems ...Chemical Paint Spotting ...Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ...Infants and Young Children ...Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ......
Checking Things Under the Hood ...Checking Your Restraint Systems ...Chemical Paint Spotting ...Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ...Infants and Young Children ...Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ......
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamps ...5-51 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-52 Halogen Bulbs ...5-51 Highway Hypnosis ...4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-24 Hitches ...4-42 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-10 Release ...5-10 Horn ...3-5 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ...5-30 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator ...5-32...
... Headlamps ...5-51 Bulb Replacement ...5-51 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-52 Halogen Bulbs ...5-51 Highway Hypnosis ...4-23 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-24 Hitches ...4-42 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-10 Release ...5-10 Horn ...3-5 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank ...5-30 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator ...5-32...