Owner's Manual
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... Featuresandcontrols 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. Service and Appearance Care 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. The 1995 Buick Century Owner's Manual HowtoUsethisManual viii This section tells you how to use your Buick running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 3-1 This section tells you...
... Featuresandcontrols 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your seats and safety belts properly. Service and Appearance Care 6-1 Here the manual tells you how to keep your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. The 1995 Buick Century Owner's Manual HowtoUsethisManual viii This section tells you how to use your Buick running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 3-1 This section tells you...
Owner's Manual
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... was printed. If you 're on the road. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, BUICK, and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for 1 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE j For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN...
... was printed. If you 're on the road. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, BUICK, and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for 1 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE j For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN...
Owner's Manual
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... a crash. Pick up ! Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions n 1. Rear Seat Passengers It's very important forrear seat passengers to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are hurt more often in crashes than those who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in the rear seat are wearing safety belts. Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to buckle up the latch plate...
... a crash. Pick up ! Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions n 1. Rear Seat Passengers It's very important forrear seat passengers to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are hurt more often in crashes than those who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in the rear seat are wearing safety belts. Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to buckle up the latch plate...
Owner's Manual
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... can tell you . Keep in mind that come with the infant or child restraint will show that . These restraints use the belt system in the vehicle. You may find these instructions on the baby. Top Strap Where to help reduce the chance of personal injury. even when no...secure child restraint properly. We at General Motors therefore recommend that case, you might want to do that children are safer they if are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Be sure toproperly secure any child restraint in your Buick dealer to put your dealer can move around...
... can tell you . Keep in mind that come with the infant or child restraint will show that . These restraints use the belt system in the vehicle. You may find these instructions on the baby. Top Strap Where to help reduce the chance of personal injury. even when no...secure child restraint properly. We at General Motors therefore recommend that case, you might want to do that children are safer they if are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Be sure toproperly secure any child restraint in your Buick dealer to put your dealer can move around...
Owner's Manual
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... roads. When towing a trailer, so there is fornormal driving, at all the way down a steep hill. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. THIRD GEAR (3 ): If your automatic transaxle does not have more , push the accelerator all speeds, in the Index. by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels. If you 're: NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't o connect with the engine racing isn't covered your warranty...
... roads. When towing a trailer, so there is fornormal driving, at all the way down a steep hill. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. THIRD GEAR (3 ): If your automatic transaxle does not have more , push the accelerator all speeds, in the Index. by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels. If you 're: NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't o connect with the engine racing isn't covered your warranty...
Owner's Manual
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...' you 1. Turn the key to shift from transaxle, so you can 't shift out of PARK (P) before leave the driver's you seat. Start the vehicle and then shift to drive, move the shift lever into PARK (P) properly before you release theparking brake. To find it difficult topull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Shifting Out of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torquelock." To prevent torque lock, set parking brakeand then shift the...
...' you 1. Turn the key to shift from transaxle, so you can 't shift out of PARK (P) before leave the driver's you seat. Start the vehicle and then shift to drive, move the shift lever into PARK (P) properly before you release theparking brake. To find it difficult topull the shift lever outof PARK (P). Shifting Out of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torquelock." To prevent torque lock, set parking brakeand then shift the...
Owner's Manual
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..."Engine Overheating" in this light comes on, so adjust your vehicle and turn the engineoff as soon as a on bulb check, when the engine is active. LOW TRACTION Slippery road conditions will come on for a few seconds after the system stops adjustingbrake pressure. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This red warning light is designed to tell you that your engine coolanthas overheated or your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure...
..."Engine Overheating" in this light comes on, so adjust your vehicle and turn the engineoff as soon as a on bulb check, when the engine is active. LOW TRACTION Slippery road conditions will come on for a few seconds after the system stops adjustingbrake pressure. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This red warning light is designed to tell you that your engine coolanthas overheated or your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... soon. 2-57 For example, the gage may have a little fuel left , when the ignition is on. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage and are four things that some owners ask about how much fuel you turn a corner, speed up than half the tank's capacity to fill up or brake. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have uane...
... soon. 2-57 For example, the gage may have a little fuel left , when the ignition is on. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage and are four things that some owners ask about how much fuel you turn a corner, speed up than half the tank's capacity to fill up or brake. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have uane...
Owner's Manual
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... your air conditioner's performance and fuel economy. Defrosting The DEF setting directs most of work. Adjust the lower lever on , adjust or turn on the control panel to turn off the air flow. In damp, cool weather (temperatures about 40°F (4.5"C). Rotate the control next to the outlets to the temperature desired. 3-2 VENT and HEATER are cold, sliding the upper lever to HEATER and the lower lever...
... your air conditioner's performance and fuel economy. Defrosting The DEF setting directs most of work. Adjust the lower lever on , adjust or turn on the control panel to turn off the air flow. In damp, cool weather (temperatures about 40°F (4.5"C). Rotate the control next to the outlets to the temperature desired. 3-2 VENT and HEATER are cold, sliding the upper lever to HEATER and the lower lever...
Owner's Manual
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...door. Use the lower knob(TUNE) to tune in the opposite direction the tape is not recommended. The SET indicatorwdl appear in the desired station. Whenever you push that are next to fourteen stations (7 AM and 7 FM): To Play a Cassette Tape With the power switch...control knob (VOL ) while the cassette is playing. the 2. To stop fast forward, lightly press STOP-EJECT button. The tape player automatically begins playing the other , at pushbuttons that button again, thepreset station will return. change...reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, as well as on each ...
...door. Use the lower knob(TUNE) to tune in the opposite direction the tape is not recommended. The SET indicatorwdl appear in the desired station. Whenever you push that are next to fourteen stations (7 AM and 7 FM): To Play a Cassette Tape With the power switch...control knob (VOL ) while the cassette is playing. the 2. To stop fast forward, lightly press STOP-EJECT button. The tape player automatically begins playing the other , at pushbuttons that button again, thepreset station will return. change...reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, as well as on each ...
Owner's Manual
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..., speed is the one factor you can get in the Index. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change its path when you turn the front wheels. In many emergencies, steeringcan help avoid a braking skid, LOW the TRACTION light will keep the vehicle going in the same direction.If you've ever tried to steer avehicle on the condition of the "driver lost control" accidents...
..., speed is the one factor you can get in the Index. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change its path when you turn the front wheels. In many emergencies, steeringcan help avoid a braking skid, LOW the TRACTION light will keep the vehicle going in the same direction.If you've ever tried to steer avehicle on the condition of the "driver lost control" accidents...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the warning doesn't come back on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. But then, if you still have the overheatwarning, you 're in a traffic jam, shift to the highest gear while driving -- Radiator pressure cap C . If there's still no sign of steam, you can drive. Turn on , you can idle the engine for a minute...
.... If the warning doesn't come back on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. But then, if you still have the overheatwarning, you 're in a traffic jam, shift to the highest gear while driving -- Radiator pressure cap C . If there's still no sign of steam, you can drive. Turn on , you can idle the engine for a minute...
Owner's Manual
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... new a Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. The tires installed on your original tires. That way, your vehicle will be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you ever replace your tires with that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction...
... new a Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. The tires installed on your original tires. That way, your vehicle will be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you ever replace your tires with that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction...
Owner's Manual
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..., Power Antenna. PowerSeat Recliner, Rear Window Wiper, Trunk Release. Lighted Vanity Mirrors Radio Seats, Door Locks, Rear Defog. Windshield WiperWxher Cigarette Lighter TAIL Cl m I z n u I N J / C OUL L O C K N / A L T IN FA HTR A/C GAUGES T U R N B ~ UA I R B A G TAIL HTR A i C G A U G EH AP Y S TC TZ S S O wDo STOP HA2 CTSY FRONT VIEW OF FUSE BLOCK WDO:!: INST LPS Fuse ~ ~ ~~~~~ ~ ECM TNJ/COIL UNLOCK FAN/ALT TURN B/U AIR BAG Circuitry Power Train Control Module Fuel Injectors Auto Door Locks (Remove this fuse t o disable the automatic door unlock.) Electric Fan, Starter...
..., Power Antenna. PowerSeat Recliner, Rear Window Wiper, Trunk Release. Lighted Vanity Mirrors Radio Seats, Door Locks, Rear Defog. Windshield WiperWxher Cigarette Lighter TAIL Cl m I z n u I N J / C OUL L O C K N / A L T IN FA HTR A/C GAUGES T U R N B ~ UA I R B A G TAIL HTR A i C G A U G EH AP Y S TC TZ S S O wDo STOP HA2 CTSY FRONT VIEW OF FUSE BLOCK WDO:!: INST LPS Fuse ~ ~ ~~~~~ ~ ECM TNJ/COIL UNLOCK FAN/ALT TURN B/U AIR BAG Circuitry Power Train Control Module Fuel Injectors Auto Door Locks (Remove this fuse t o disable the automatic door unlock.) Electric Fan, Starter...
Owner's Manual
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... fuse islocated under the hood. The fuse holders are taped together with gray tape. Headlamp Wiring The headlampwiring is caused by some cases,to remain off or, in some electrical problem, have your headlampsystem checked right away. Engine A/C, EGR, Relays,SIR Crank and Safety Belt Fuses These fuses arelocated behind the fuse block, above the hush panel. Other Fuses The Safety Belt/Chime (ICAM) Module fuseand the Remote Lock Control fuse...
... fuse islocated under the hood. The fuse holders are taped together with gray tape. Headlamp Wiring The headlampwiring is caused by some cases,to remain off or, in some electrical problem, have your headlampsystem checked right away. Engine A/C, EGR, Relays,SIR Crank and Safety Belt Fuses These fuses arelocated behind the fuse block, above the hush panel. Other Fuses The Safety Belt/Chime (ICAM) Module fuseand the Remote Lock Control fuse...
Owner's Manual
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... engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dustyconditions. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). c Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage ] or leaks. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Inspect hoses. Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires...
... engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dustyconditions. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). c Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage ] or leaks. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Inspect hoses. Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires...
Owner's Manual
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... Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs (except 2.2L Code 4 engine). Replace filter more often under dustyconditions. Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. -f 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as needed. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-18 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles...
... Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs (except 2.2L Code 4 engine). Replace filter more often under dustyconditions. Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. -f 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as needed. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-18 An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles...
Owner's Manual
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...Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-29 Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. An Ernission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides...
...Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-29 Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. An Emission Control Service. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for what to use. An Ernission Control Service. 0Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system (2.2L Code 4 engine only). An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake cable guides...
Owner's Manual
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... engineoff, turn the key to turn off the engine immediately it starts. tells D Part you start , be parked on a level surface. 2. Body Lubrication Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI -- Without applying 2. Lubricate all body door hinges.lubricate a lhinges and Also l latches, including those the hood, rear compartment for glove box door, and any other position, your vehicle's BTSI needs ready to the RUN position, but don't start the engine in the...
... engineoff, turn the key to turn off the engine immediately it starts. tells D Part you start , be parked on a level surface. 2. Body Lubrication Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI -- Without applying 2. Lubricate all body door hinges.lubricate a lhinges and Also l latches, including those the hood, rear compartment for glove box door, and any other position, your vehicle's BTSI needs ready to the RUN position, but don't start the engine in the...
Owner's Manual
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... 9-7 Automatic Transaxle ...2- 17 Park (P) Position. I Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-20 Radio Reception. Service and Owner ...8-6 Radiator ...3- Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-46 Reverse (R) Position. Understanding ...3- 18 Radios AM/FM Stereo ...3-4 AM/FM Stereo Radios with Cassette ...3-6 AMFM Stereo Radios with Cassette Tape Player ...3-6 Rain. Over Things That Burn ...2-24 Passing ...4-11 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-42 Power Mirrors ...2-4 1 Power Antenna Mast Care ...3- Remote LIftgate Lock ...2-8 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System...
... 9-7 Automatic Transaxle ...2- 17 Park (P) Position. I Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-20 Radio Reception. Service and Owner ...8-6 Radiator ...3- Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-46 Reverse (R) Position. Understanding ...3- 18 Radios AM/FM Stereo ...3-4 AM/FM Stereo Radios with Cassette ...3-6 AMFM Stereo Radios with Cassette Tape Player ...3-6 Rain. Over Things That Burn ...2-24 Passing ...4-11 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-42 Power Mirrors ...2-4 1 Power Antenna Mast Care ...3- Remote LIftgate Lock ...2-8 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-5 Remote Keyless Entry System...