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2005 Buick Century Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-6 Child Restraints ...1-27 Airbag System ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-53 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System ...5-90 Capacities and Specifications ...5-96 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
2005 Buick Century Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-6 Child Restraints ...1-27 Airbag System ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-58 Features and Controls ...47 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-52 Tires ...5-53 Appearance Care ...5-82 Vehicle Identification ...5-90 Electrical System ...5-90 Capacities and Specifications ...5-96 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
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... the system in the center of the air to the floor outlets and some to see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on , this section. 9 FAN: Manual Operation During daylight hours, the instrument panel brightness control might need to 30 minutes. For more information on the solar...
... the system in the center of the air to the floor outlets and some to see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-26 and Scheduled Maintenance on , this section. 9 FAN: Manual Operation During daylight hours, the instrument panel brightness control might need to 30 minutes. For more information on the solar...
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... the passenger's side windshield wiper arm. Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the air outlets to change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter is located in the upright position. 3. For information on . 2. Turn the ignition to...
... the passenger's side windshield wiper arm. Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the air outlets to change the passenger compartment air filter, see Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter is located in the upright position. 3. For information on . 2. Turn the ignition to...
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Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may be covered by your oil as soon as a bulb check when the engine is not going through the engine quickly enough to show that ... after the engine is started , or come on while you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the following situations: • The light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on to keep driving if the oil pressure...
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may be covered by your oil as soon as a bulb check when the engine is not going through the engine quickly enough to show that ... after the engine is started , or come on while you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the following situations: • The light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on to keep driving if the oil pressure...
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...; If trailering, it pulls a trailer. Apply the regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle will help you find them quickly. Stop and have someone pick up on a trip. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-25. 4-44 engine oil, drive belt, cooling system, and brake system.
...; If trailering, it pulls a trailer. Apply the regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle will help you find them quickly. Stop and have someone pick up on a trip. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-25. 4-44 engine oil, drive belt, cooling system, and brake system.
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See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. it is not there and the engine ...
See Scheduled Maintenance on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. it is not there and the engine ...
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... the dipstick. 1. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Always use . When the correct fluid level is in the acceptable range, ...
... the dipstick. 1. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Always use . When the correct fluid level is in the acceptable range, ...
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... blade assembly down toward the glass to 10 cm) away from the wiper arm. 5. Slide the new wiper blade securely on page 6-4. 1. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on the wipers to use. 5-52 The blades are at the outer positions of windshield wiper blades to LO. 2. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement... pattern. Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to remove it from the windshield. 4. Turn on page 6-14 for wear or cracking each time maintenance is performed. See Scheduled Maintenance on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place.
... blade assembly down toward the glass to 10 cm) away from the wiper arm. 5. Slide the new wiper blade securely on page 6-4. 1. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on the wipers to use. 5-52 The blades are at the outer positions of windshield wiper blades to LO. 2. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement... pattern. Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to remove it from the windshield. 4. Turn on page 6-14 for wear or cracking each time maintenance is performed. See Scheduled Maintenance on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place.
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...Tire Pressure Monitor System on the vehicle. When rotating your tire rotation. 5-63 The purpose of regular rotation is to do this; See Scheduled Maintenance on the parts to which it is the most important. Reset the Tire Inflation Monitor System. Make certain that all tires on ...See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-96. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on page 6-4 for scheduled rotation intervals. The first rotation is fastened, can use the correct rotation pattern shown here. In an emergency, you change a wheel, remove any rust...
...Tire Pressure Monitor System on the vehicle. When rotating your tire rotation. 5-63 The purpose of regular rotation is to do this; See Scheduled Maintenance on the parts to which it is the most important. Reset the Tire Inflation Monitor System. Make certain that all tires on ...See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-96. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on page 6-4 for scheduled rotation intervals. The first rotation is fastened, can use the correct rotation pattern shown here. In an emergency, you change a wheel, remove any rust...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
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The Plan supplements your dealer for details. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at General Motors want to help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be ... in very hot, dusty weather. But we breathe. You may drive it . Any damage caused by failure to keep your vehicle. Using Your Maintenance Schedule Have you will drive it to work, to maintain your GM Goodwrench dealer. So please read the following and note how you may need more...
The Plan supplements your dealer for details. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your new vehicle warranties. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at General Motors want to help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be ... in very hot, dusty weather. But we breathe. You may drive it . Any damage caused by failure to keep your vehicle. Using Your Maintenance Schedule Have you will drive it to work, to maintain your GM Goodwrench dealer. So please read the following and note how you may need more...
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...and cargo within legal driving limits. • use of genuine GM parts. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . 6-3 Do your own maintenance work using genuine GM parts. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-9 tells you want to get service information, see your vehicle in Recommended Fluids and... Lubricants on page 6-13 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-8 for vehicles that GM-trained and ...
...and cargo within legal driving limits. • use of genuine GM parts. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work . 6-3 Do your own maintenance work using genuine GM parts. The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-9 tells you want to get service information, see your vehicle in Recommended Fluids and... Lubricants on page 6-13 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-8 for vehicles that GM-trained and ...
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Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on at this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is required for information on within ten months since your engine oil and filter must be Maintenance I . However, your last service. ... soon as possible within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was Maintenance I , your vehicle within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this...
Scheduled Maintenance When the CHANGE OIL SOON light comes on at this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is required for information on within ten months since your engine oil and filter must be Maintenance I . However, your last service. ... soon as possible within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since vehicle was purchased or Maintenance II was Maintenance I , your vehicle within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). Maintenance I - Use Maintenance I and Maintenance II thereafter. Your GM Goodwrench dealer has GM-trained service technicians who will perform this...
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... in this section. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. Inspect restraint system components. Maintenance I Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil on page 5-18. Lubricate body components. See footnote †. See footnote (f). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add...
... in this section. See "Additional Required Services" in flation pressures and wear. Inspect restraint system components. Maintenance I Maintenance II 6-5 See Engine Oil on page 5-18. Lubricate body components. See footnote †. See footnote (f). Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add...
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Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in this section. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on page 6-2 in the boxes provided.
Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in this section. See Maintenance Requirements on the following record pages. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on page 6-2 in the boxes provided.
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.... • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. TTY users in one place. Specific vehicle information can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. Any TTY user can be addressed to Buick's Customer Assistance Center. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special...
.... • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. TTY users in one place. Specific vehicle information can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-83-BUICK. Any TTY user can be addressed to Buick's Customer Assistance Center. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide. • Receive special...
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... : Helm, Incorporated P. Allow ample time for all models. 7-12 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can...
... : Helm, Incorporated P. Allow ample time for all models. 7-12 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ... 2-12 2-10 2-12 2-12 2-11 2-11 4-15 3-43 3-34 3-41 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13...
... ...Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ... 2-12 2-10 2-12 2-12 2-11 2-11 4-15 3-43 3-34 3-41 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13...
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... Safety Belt Extender ...1-26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-6 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-18 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seats Head Restraints ...1-5 Manual ...1-2 Power Seat ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-6 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position ...1-44 Designed for the LATCH System...
... Safety Belt Extender ...1-26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-19 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-6 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ...1-18 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iii Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Seats Head Restraints ...1-5 Manual ...1-2 Power Seat ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-4 Split Folding Rear Seat ...1-6 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position ...1-44 Designed for the LATCH System...