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The 1993 Buick Century Owner’s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25603822 B First Edition @Copyright General Motors Corporation 1992 All Rights Reserved 1.
We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM and the GM Emblem, Buick, and the Buick Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
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Walter Marr and Thomas Buick Buick’s chief engineer, Walter L. Marr (left), and Thomas D. Buick, son. of founder David Dunbar Buick, drove the first Flint Buick in a successful Flint-Detroit round trip in July 1904.
Durant also created a racing team that won 500 racing trophies in 1909 and 1910, including successes at Indianapolis two years before the Indy 500 began. The success of Buick engines was visible not only on the race track, but in endurance tests across the country and around the world.
In World War II, Buick built aircraft engines, tanks and other military hardware. This post-war period brought great styling and engineering changes which resulted in increased sales. The torque converter automatic transmission, Dynaflow, was introduced in the 1948 Roadmaster.
Motor Trend magazine named the 1962 Buick Special “Car of the Year:’ The first production V-6 engine was used in the Special. c 1962 Buick Special Built inside the walls of the old buildings in Bu.
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Table of Contents Introduction How to Use this Manual ....................................................... .10 This part tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Part 1 Seats and Safety Belts ...
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the htures and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
You will also find a red circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” 8 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these blue notices: In the blue notice area, we tell you about, something that can damage your vehicle.
I Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: POSSIBLE A CAUTION INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC ACID COULD CAUSE BATTERY BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR ,111, COULD FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY These symbols are important for.
Part 1 Seats and Safety Belts Here you’ll fmd information about the seats in your Buick. your Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (“air bag”) system and how to use your safety belts properly . You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts .
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats-how to adjust them-and also abut folding seats, reclining front seatbacks, and head restraints. Manual Front Seat I / CAUTION: You can I.ose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving.
Reclining Front Seatback 1 Front seats have this control. It’s located on the front of the seat. Reclining bnt Seatback Control: To recline the seatback hold the switch up. Hold the switch down 1 to raise the seatback. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Slttlng in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're recllned like this. r CAUTION (Continued) - CAUTION (Cot .,.nued). The shoulder belt can't do its job because It won't be against your body.
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Front Seatback Latches (Two-Door Models) The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat.
Folding Rear Sea& (Wagon) To add more cargo room, the seatbacks of your rear second and optional rear-facing third seats can be easily folded down. Be sure to check your seatback latches now and then by pushing the seatback back and forth. If they do not latch properly, have them checked by your dealer.
2. Push down on the filler panel and the seatback so they lock into a level position. To Raise the Split Second Seatback: 1. Push down on the front edge of the seatback and pull up the filler panel tab. 2. Lift the seatback until it locks in the upright position.
Folding Third Seat (Option) To Raise the Rear-Facing Third Seatback: If your vehicle, is equipped with a roll-up cargo cover, it must be removed before raising the seatback. 1. Open the liftgate and lift the storage compartment lid. 2. Fold it forward against the seatback.
4. Push the seatback all the way up until it locks in the upright position. Push back and forth on the seatback to be sure it is locked in place. . .. .. I. To Lower the Rear-Facing Third Seatback: 1. Open the liftgate and lift the seat release lever located at the lower corner of the storage compartment on the passenger side.
- i 2. Pull the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle, then push it down into the locked position. 3. Lower the storage compartment lid. 22.
Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, or “air bag” system.
A few crashes are very mild. In them, you won't get hurt ' why safety Belts Work even if you're not buckled up. And some crashes can be so serious, like being hit by a train, that even buckled up a person wouldn't survive. But most crashes are in between.
.- When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps Take the simplest “car.” Suppose it’s just a seat on going! wheels..
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the “car.” The rider doesn’t stop. 26.
. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield. . . or the instrument panel. . ..
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces.
@ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident-even one that isn’t your fault-you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Cars First Sold in Canada Was your Buick first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle. . . ” etc.) If so, then the rest of part 1 does not apply to your vehicle.
n And you don't have to unbuckle when you get out. Just get into your vehicle. Then close and lock the door. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. The lap belt should be worn as low on the hips as possible.
m It's possible that an automatic belt could keep you from fully opening a door. That can happen if the door was slammed shut very hard. Just close the door all the way, then slowly open it. If that doesn't fix it, then your Buick needs service.
n n To reattach the automatic belt: 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
n r I I I I I I I @ What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. I A CAUTION’: ybu can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place Ilk this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
I I I I I I I I I I I J @ What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. Mu can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to take impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
I A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure ,you.
Q: Where is the air bag? A: The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. Q: When is an air bag expected to inflate? A: The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will only inflate if the velocity of the impact is above the designed threshold level.
How does an air bag restrain? A: In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
A CAUTION: Don’t attach anything to the steering wheel pad. It might injure the driver if the air bag inflates. The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash.
When the work is complete, if the air bag system was disconnected, be sure to reattach everything and replace the fuse before turning the ignition on. When you turn the ignition key on, be sure you see the inflatable restraint light on the instrument panel.
Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so’ you can sit up straight. Move your seat far enough forward that your feet touch the part of the vehicle that is called the “toeboard” (A). That way you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt in a crash.
.- When you sit in a center seating position, or in a station To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until wagon third seat, you have a lap safety belt, which has no the belt is snug. retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
A CAUTION: Q Y&u can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt Is too loose. In a crash you would move forward too much, which could Increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Smaller Children and Babies /i CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young chlld’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should.
CAUTION (Continued) Secure the baby in an infant restraint. I Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Buick dealer to put it in for you.
Until you have this clip, secure a child restraint only in a seat that has a separate lap belt (and a way to anchor a top strap, if the child restraint has one). See the following section about securing a child restraint in a center position. Once you have the clip, follow these instructions: 1.
I 5. Then thread both the lap and shoulder belt portions through the locking clip.' I A CAUTION: If a locking clip is not used or is not installed properly, the chlld restraint may move or tip Over when your vehicle turns or stops quickly. The child or others could be injured.
A 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and remove the locking clip. Let the safety belt go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
. .. I 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions plate and pulling it along the belt. for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be .sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice.
Don't use the special infantkhild seat attaching hardware in another vehicle. If you do, it may not work well and the child may not be protected properly in a crash. The special hardware is for your vehicle only. Also, don't use the special belt for anything but securing a child restraint in the right front seat.
2. Snap one hook of the infidchild seat attaching belt near the floor at the door side of the seat. 3. Put the belt's special latch plate into the vehicle's safety belt buckle.
4. You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt. 5. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 7. Run the belt through or around the child restraint.
9. To make it tight, pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint. If the belt won’t stay tight, switch it end for end. 10. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the infantkhild seat restraint: 1.
Larger Children b Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap- shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
1 CAUTION: LJ I l!=r do this. I Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
A CAUTION: Never do thk = I I Here er ehlld its sitting in’a seat that has a lap-shouider belt, but the shoulder part Is behind the child. If thechild wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s Qom would then be applied rlght on the child’s abdomen.
Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts.
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n part 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Buick. and information on starting. shifting and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly-and what to do if you have a problem .
I-- Keys /i CAUTION: Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other . . controls, or even make the vehicle move.
I Door Locks 3 ' Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers-especially children-can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch on either front door to lock or unlock all the doors at once. 1 Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. All of the doors will lock when you move your shift lever out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
Should interference to this system occur, try this: Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement later in this section. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range.
For battery replacement use two DuracelP batteries, type DL-2016, or a similar type. To replace batteries: 1. Remove the screw from the back cover. 2. Lift off the front cover, bottom half fEstst, 3. Remove and replace the batteries.. Put them in following the diagram under the batteries on the inside of the cover.
Wunk/Liftgate Remote Electric Trunk Or Liftgate Release (Option) 1 If you have this option, you'll find the button here Trunk Lock - in the glove box. 1 Wagon Liftgate Operation The liftgate on your station wagon has two parts: a liftglass and a liftgate.
F Turn the key to the right to unlatch the liftgate, then pull up on the bottom of the liftgate. To close, pull down on the handle inside the liftgate, then firmly shut the liftgate. Turn the key to the left to release the liftglass. Then, pull the liftglass up by the handle.
/r CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open. Carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate or liftglass open: Make sure all other windows are shut.
Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
Ignition Key Positions Off: Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. .Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle.
I I. If your key &ems suwn in ‘‘Lu~n IU Y~U can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch.
4. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in “Start” for about three seconds.
~ Driving T -ough Deep Standing Water orktanding water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your en ine. If ou can’t avoid dee uddles or stan slowly. Engine Block Heatel lada only) In very cold weather, 0°F (-HOC) or colder, the engine block heater can help.
NOTICE: After you’ve How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Buick dealer, in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle.
f, ‘,,moving forward could damage your transaxle, to “R” only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow’’ in the Index.
If your automatic transaxle has Overdrive, “D” is like “a,” but you never go into Overdrive. Here are some times you might choose “D” instead of “@”: - When driving on hilly, winding r.
Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels. I To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system I warning light will come on.
Shifting Into “P” (Park) ,3 /i CAUTION: ~ It can be dangerous to get out of your vehlcle if the shift lever is not fully in “P” (Park) with , the parking brake firmly set. bur vehicle can -. roll. If you have left the engine runnin.g, the vehicle can move suddenly.
F- LA- 1 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to “Lock:’ 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P” (Park). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust a CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. A CAUTION:’ ‘ Engine exhaust can kill.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. 1 I a CAUTION: I Idling the engine with the air system “control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier CAUTION under “Engine Exhaust”).
Power Windows (Option) *.” ._ Flip-Open Rear Vent Windows (Option, Wagon) With power windows, switches on the driver’s armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, each passenger door has a control switch for its own window.
Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on your steering wheel. Tilt Steering Wheel (Option) b -. A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Headlight Highhw Beam Windshield Wipers To change the headlights from low beam to high, or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, .this blue light on the instrument panel also will be on.
Low Speed Delay Wipers (Option) You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. ‘ms can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time.
Rear Window Washedwiper (Option) REAR WIPER WASH rt-r OFF I The rear window washedwiper switch is at the center of the instrument panel. Press the top of the switch labeled “WASH” I and the rear wiper will run at a coastant speed. Press the switch further and hold to spray washer fluid while the wiper continues to run.
Cruise Control (option) . . - ~ "IWC. . .. - With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 Wh) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 Wh).
rn 1 To Resume a Set Speed A CAUTION: If you leave your Cruise Control switch “ON” when you’re not using Cruise, you might hit a button and go into Cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the Cruise Control switch “OFF” ~ until you want to use it.
To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to -the higher speed.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier.
Lights Interior Lights/Instrument Panel Intensity Control I+ Headlights *P I PF You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the control up or down.
Headlight “On” Warning If you open the door while leaving the lights on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Day.
Front Seat Reading Lights (Option) Rear Reading Light (Wagon) I Press the switch to turn on the front seat reading lights. To avoid drair.ing your vehicle battery's power, be sure to turn off all front and rear reading lights when leaving your vehicle.
Inside Rearview Mirror with Reading Lights (Option) Courtesy Lights When any door is opened, several lights go on. These lights are under the instrument panel. Optional lights are on the rear doors. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the vehicle.
Outside Mirrors Manual Adjust Mirrors Both the driver and passenger side outside mirrors should be adjusted so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Use the remote control knob on the driver’s door to adjust the driver’s outside mirror.
Sun Visors Luggage Carrier (Option) To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load Visor Vanity Mirrors vehicle. The luggage cairier has slats attached to the deck things on top of a wagon, or on the deck lid of your - .
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely hstened. Convenience Net (Option, coupe and Sedan) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk.
To Use the Cover: Grasp the handle and pull the cow over the rear storage area. Insert the ends of the support rod into the slots in the trim panel near the liftgate. When the cover isn't in use, roll it back onto the roller. Hold the handle and lift the support rod out of the slots.
$9. The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open it, press the lever at the front edge. Inside is a coin holder, slots to hold cassettes or CDs and a dual cup holder. To use the cup holder, flip it forward and close the armrest cover. The cup holder can be removed for cleaning.
Ashtrays I -I To clean the rear ashtrays, fully open the ashtray. Press Reach under the front edge of the ashtray compartment to out. open it. To clean the ashtray, reach under the ashtray and push up from behind it. down on the snuffer as you pull the ashtray down and on’t put papers and other things that burh to your ashtrays.
Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. The Instrument Panel: Your Information System L Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (ludh). Your odometer shows how fkr your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears “E” (Empty), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away. Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop, the light may blink on and off. This is normal. If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. This is normal.
Volts Gage (Option) When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the “Run” position), the gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the red warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
A CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake warning light is on. Driving with the brake warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
X"' 1 r-l Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors I operation of your fuel, ignition and. emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.
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Part 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems Ad audio systems offered with your Buick. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Part 3 includes: Comfort Control System .
1 Your Buick Comfort Control Syst m - The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Lever Controls: The upper lever changes the functions of your system.
The air conditioner compressor operates in all AIR COND positions, and in DEF (Defrost) when the outside temperature is above about 40°F (4.5" C). Ventilation For mild outside temperatures, when little heating or cooling is needed, slide the upper lever to VENT.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window. Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Buick's flow-through .ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving.
F'M Stereo FM Stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
AM/F" Stereo Radio r J The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR (Power): Press to turn the radio on and off when the ignition is on.
WAN: Press to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band; the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN again to stop on a particular station. SEEK: Each time you press SEEK, you will tune in the next station on the AM or FM radio band.
AM/F" Stereo Radio with Cassette Player L, The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR (Power): Press to turn the unit on and off when the ignition is on.
To Set the Clock: 1. With the radio on or off, press SET. The SET indicator will appear on the digital display for five seconds. 2. You must begin to set the clock to the correct hour and minute during those five seconds. Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.
DNRB (Dynamic Noise Reduction): Press this button to select the Dynamic Noise Reduction system that reduces background hiss on AM and EM radio broadcasts, as well as on cassette tapes. It’s recommended to keep the DNR@ button depressed fix all listening situations.
AM/F” Stereo with Compact Disc Player Balance: The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts I the lefthight speaker balance. The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions.
RCL (Recall): Press to alternate the display between the time and station frequency. When the ignition is off, press to display the time. BASS: Press this button up or down to increase or decrease the bass level. Press the center of the button for the hctory preset level.
To Preset Radio Stations: The five pushbuttons at the lower right can be used to preset up to ten radio stations (five AM and five FM). The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc. 1. Tune the digital display to the station you want.
RCL (Recall): Press once to see which track is playing. Press again within five seconds to see how long your selection has been playing. The track number also will be displayed when the volume is changed or a new track starts to play. COMP (Compression): Depressing this button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume.
When Finished with the Compact Disc Player: If you press PWR or turn off the ignition, the disc will stay in the player and start again when you turn on the ignition or power switch. The disc will begin playing at the point where it had been stopped. ST/PL (Stop/Play): Press to stop the disc player; the radio will play.
, NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds between steps, you may have to start the procedure over at step 4. 5. 6. 7. 1 Press SET and O00 will appear on the display. Press the SEEK, button to make the first number appear. Rotate the TUNE knob right or left to make the last two numbers agree with your code.
Disabling the Anti-Theft System: 1. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together for five seconds with ignition on and radio power off. The display will show SEC, indicating the unit is in the secure mode. 2. Press the SET button. The display will show 0o0. 3. Enter the first three digits of the code following step 6 of the preceding paragraphs.
Clean your tape player with a wiping-action, non- abrasive cleaning cassette, and follow the directions provided with it. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have the tape player serviced.
Power Antenna Mast Care (Option) Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent.
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Part 4 Your Driving and the Road ~~ ~~~~ ~~ ~ Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving . Part 4 includes: Roadsigns ...........
Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even behre you have a chance to read it.
A LOW SHOULDER WORKERS AHEAD FLAGGER AHEAD ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. You'll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, as part of the road may be closed off or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too.
H HOSPITAL INFORMATION BLUE signs with white. letters show motorists’ services. n II L CANOEING SWIMMING BROWN signs point out recreation areas or points of historic or cultural interest.
Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something, too. x An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means STOP. It is always red with white letters. r - A DIAMOND-SHAPED sign is a warning of something ahead-for example, a curve, steep hill, soft shoulder, or a narrow bridge.
I I A TRIANGLE, pointed downward, indicates YIELD. It assigns the right-of-way to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection. A TRIANGULAR sign also is used on two-lane roads to indicate a NO PASSING ZONE. This sign will be on the left side of the roadway.
KEEP RIGHT LEFT OR THROUGH RIGHT TURN ONLY RECTANGULAR (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances to cities. Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today.
NO U’ NO NO TURN PARKTNG BICYCLES The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols. A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do. Traffic Lights We’re all familiar with traffic rights or stop lights.
x I I REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that time. A green arrow means you may drive in that lane.
If necessary, you can use hand signals out the window: Left arm straight out for a left turn, down for slow or about-to-stop, and up for a right turn. Slowing down. If time allows, tap the brake pedal once or twice in advance of slowing or stopping. This warns the driver behind you.
early on Sunday morning. In fact, GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving, every week, Ml on the same day. That day is Sunday. The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a.m. to 4 a.m. The safest time is Sunday from 10 a.
According to the American Medical Association, a 18O-pound’(82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.
But it’s very important to keep in mind that the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the.driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Don’t “ride” the brakes by letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedal while driving. “Riding” your brakes can cause them to overheat to the pointthat they won’t work well. Mu might not be able to stop your vehicle In tlme to avoid an accident.
If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brakes.
Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing.
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Iff-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be hirly easy.
So here are some tips for passing: “Drive ahead:’ Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines.
Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lights are not flashing, it may be slowing down or starting to turn. driver to get ahead of you.
In a braking skid (where the wheels are no longer rolling), release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again. This restores steering control. Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly. As long as the wheels are rolling, you will have steering control.
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime, but as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also afkct your night vision.
High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on, signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam. This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams. If the other driver still doesn’t lower the beams, resist the temptation to put your high beams on.
Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. A CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights-not just your parking lights-to help make you more visible to others. - Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. You may want to use your headlights even in daytime if it’s raining hard.
ahead starts to become less clear or, at night, if the taillights are harder to see, the fog is probably thickening. Slow down to give traffic behind you a chance to slow down.
3ty r-- i. _-- 4 ?I i Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next section, “Freeway Driving?) Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving .. . . : Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right.
If you are moving from an outside to a center lane on a freeway, having more than two lanes, make sure another vehicle isn’t about to move into the same spot. Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs: turn signals flashing, an increase in speed, or moving toward the edge of the lane.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Buick dealerships all across North America.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be Hill and Mountain Roads As in any driving situation, keep pace with traffic and allow adequate following distances. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain.
Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Don’t make your brakes do it all. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill. That way, you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes.
Parking on Hills - Parking Downhill Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures. Look for pull-offs or parking areas provided for scenic viewing. Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index).
If there is a curb, turn your wheels to the left if the curb is at the right side of your vehicle. parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the right.
If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Buick in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have’good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard J 1 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
~ CAUTION (Contlnued) 1 Opien a wlndow Just a llttle on the side of the vehlcie that’s away fmm the wind. Thls will help keep CO out. I Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle.
Towing a Trailer A CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a traller. For example, If the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well--or wen at all. Mu and your passengets could be seriously Injured.
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do, here are some important points. There are many different laws having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your .exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide” in the Index). Dirt and water can, too. hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper- type hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper.
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling.
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I Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Part 5 includes: HazardWarningFlashers ..............................................................184 Other Warning Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off.
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Buick.
‘ A CAUTION: Mu could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle in “P” (Park) or a manual transaxle in “N” (Neutral). I 3. ”urn off the igni;,,n on both vehicles. lwLLL all .,hts that aren’t needed, and radios.
Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too.
3'. 7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal.
12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch each other or any other metal. Towing Your Buick Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Buick. The usual towing equipment is a sling- tvPe (A) or wheel-lift (B) or a car carrier (C) tow truck.
When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model, and year of your vehicle. Whether you can still move the shift lever. If there was an accident, what was damaged. When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations.
when your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key Front Towing Hook-Ups off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight- ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this.
2. Position a 4 I' x 4 I' wood beam across sling chains with spacer blocks contacting the forward extensions of the engine cradle. 3. Position the lower sling crossbar halfway between the timber and the lower edge of the fascia.
I 1; 4. Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm. Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in “Towing Your Buick” earlier in this part. 1. Attach T-hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the floor pan just ahead of the rear wheels.
3. Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring. 4. Be certain your vehicle is towed no faster than 35 mph (56 Wh) and no mer than 50 miles (80 km) to avoid damage to your transaxle.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Buick’s instrument panel. A CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your-Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving.
2.2L L4 Cooling System = 1 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: (A) Coolant recovery tank (B) Radiator pressure cap (C) Electric engine fan It!, CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
I The coolant level should be at or above the “FULL HOT” mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 1 [ CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
3300 V6 Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: (A) Coolant recovery tank (B) Radiator pressure cap (C) Electric engine fan I A CAUTION: An electrlc fan under the hood can start up even when the englne Is not running and can injure YOU.
The coolant should be at or slightly above the “FULL HOT” mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. A CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
All Cooling Systems A CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your c.ooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix.
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the “FULL HOT” mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator F 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.
i 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. k 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower.
8. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
CAUTION (Continued) To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. I The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.
P). , 3. Lift off the jack and remove the spare tire. 4. Remove the wheel wrench from the bag. Century Wagon The equipment you’ll need is stored in the rear of your vehicle, behind the spare tire cover.
To remove the spare tire cover: 1. Fold down the third seat, if so equipped. Then release the housing that covers the spare tire by carefully pushing in on the top edge of the cover. 2. Slide the spare tire cover back while lifting it up and out of the lower track.
To remove the tire-changing equipment: 1. Remove the wing nut from the center of the spare tire 2. Remove the spare tire. and remove the adapter. 3. Turn the two wing nuts counterclockwise and remove the jack retainer plate. Then pull out the jack and wheel wrench.
Standard Wheel Cover Wire Wheel Cover You will be using the flat end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel cover. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. 4 Removing the wire wheel cover requires this wire wheel key wrench. Put the flat end into the notch and carefully pry the small center cover off.
All Vehicles 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Position the jack under the vehicle nearest the tire to be changed. The jack location should be approximately five inches (12.7 cm) from the wheel well. A CAUTION: Getting under a vehlcle when It Is jacked up fs dangerous.
3. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.
I A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
I A CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. c 7. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
r- 9. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. )Y I I A CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can muse the wheel to become loose and wen come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk or, if you have the wagon, in the rear cargo area, until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare Now put all the equipment back in the vehicle.
- Century Wagon 1 Century Wagon To install the spare tire cover in your station wagon when you are finished changing the tire: 1 A CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle coutd cause Injury. In a sudden stop or colllslon, loose equipment could strike someone.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). The compact spare is made to go up to 3,000 miles (5 0o0 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want.
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. wneels can destr If you let your tires spln at high spe& they can aplode and you or others could be Injured.
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. n Part 6 Service and Appearance Care . . Here you will find information about the care of your Buick . This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle.
I Service j Your Buick dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Fuel Use redar unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? higher.-It should meet-specifications ASTM D4814 in the mE is 66methyl kfliq+.bu@l Fuel that is no U.S. and CGSB 3.
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air.
Filling Your Tank 1 A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from gasoline.
-- Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood.
/i CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
The 2.2L LA engine oil dipstick is located in the fill cap near the front and center of the engine compartment. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
Just fd it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind of Oil to Use Look for three things: SG “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC:’ “SG/CD:’ “SF, SG, CC:’ etc.
i I ': I 1 ISCOS E ENGINE OILS I '"' FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST I SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK LABEL HOT FOR THIS WEATHER ( SAL 10W-3- PREFERREl AE 5W-30 COLD IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C).
2.2L L4 Engine LOOK IR THI LABEL SAE 1OW-30 AE 5W-31 REFERREI IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USE0 AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C). 00 NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 Ofl ANY nTHFR CRAllF nll Nil1 RFfnMMFNnl If you have the 2.
When to Change Engine Oil: See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). It’s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km). The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic).
Air Cleaner .- If you have the 3300 V6 engine, your air cleaner is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the filter, release the latches and pull the air cleaner open. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter.
If you have the 2.2L L4 engine, your air cleaner is on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To check or replace the filter, use a screwdriver to loosen the hose clamp, then lift the rubber duct. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter.
1 * * Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn't there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off.
Automatic ‘mansaxle Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: rhe dipstick on the 3300 V6 engine looks like this. k The dipstick on the 2.2L L4 engine looks like this. 1,Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and paper towel.
A A A . .. 1 A 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way. How To Add Fluid: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use.
Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Buick will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Adding Coolant .. The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at “ADD:’ or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to “FULL HOT:’ or a little higher.
Radiator Pressure Cap ur radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change, always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. ,- . ,. Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: The windshield washer reservoir is located at the driver’s side of the engine compartment.
Brake Master Cylinder I Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well’ together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake ‘parts in them, as your Buick does when it is new.
Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressur5ued gasinstde and can burst If you drop or scratch the bulb. lbu or othem could be injured. Take spgclal care when handllng and disposing of halogen bulbs. t I Headlamp Bulb Replacement ;or the type of bulb, see the Index under “Replacement 3ulbs :’ 1.
Front Turn and Parking Bulb and/or Side Marker Bulb Replacement 1. Raise the hood. 2. Insert a screwdriver into the loop of the spring, which 3. Pull the spring to the rear and slightly toward the can be seen just behind the bulb assembly. outside of the car until the detent releases from the notch in the headlight mounting frame.
To replace the side marker bulb: 1. Remove the socket by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. socket. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the 3. Insert the new bulb by pressing it straight into the socket. 4. Insert the socket by pressing it straight into the bulb hole and turning it clockwise.
aillight Bulb Replacement (Wagon) For the type of bulb, see the Index under “Replacement Bulbs r’ 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the three Phillips head screws. 3. Pull the taillight housing away from the body of the vehicle. 4. Press the bulb housing release lever and turn the housing yS turn counterclockwise to remove it.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement -1 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a spring release: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the 2. Press down on the spring with a screwdriver and pull 3.
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF I MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. Qw&$;+#; The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
n ACAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or In a crash. * Put things In the trunk or rear area of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Inflation-Tire Pressure When to Check: Check your tires once a month’or The Tire-Loading Inforlnation label which is on the rear ’ more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation at 60 psi (420 kPa).
Tire Inspection and Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
i When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it's time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three places around the tire.
* I A CAUTION: Mlxing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mlx tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires) the vehlcle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all four wheels.
Temperature-A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
If you need to replace any of your wheels., wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure you have the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Buick model. A CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Appearance Care A CAUTION: Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Buick, be sure to follow the instructions.
Using Foam-Qpe Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material.
Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffke with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Then follow the solvent-type instructions above.
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. A CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It you do, It may severely wealeen them. In a crash they mlght not be able to provlde adequate protection. Clean safety bdta only wlth mlld soap and lukewarm Mar.
Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain.
Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get these from your Buick dealer . DESCRIPTION USAGE PAFlT NUMBER Magic Mirror Creme Wax ............. Exterior cleaner and polish ......... 12345343 Spray-A-Squeak ..................... Weatherstrips .
Vehicle Identification Number 0 1 0 SAMPLE4UXPM072675 (cml This is the legal identifier. for your Buick. It appears on a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside, your vehicle.
2 Fuses & Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
Fuse Usage I I Fuse Rating (AMPS) A B C D E 15 20 10 10 15 ECM; MAF Sensor (3300 Engine only) ECM Injectors/Coil Eng. A/C Relay; EGR Solenoid; Canister Purge Solenoid Fan/Elect; Generator; DRL Module .
Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go 'on and off or, in some cases, to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away.
Century Dimensions Inches unless otherwise noted . Overall: COUPE SEDAN WAGON Length ................ . Width ................. Height ................ Wheelbase ............. Front Tread ............ Rear Tread ............. Interior Front: Leg Room .
Capacities and Specifications Engine Code N1 (LGP2 3300 (3.3L) V6 MFI Belt Tensions-Automatically controlled by a self-tensioning idler pulley. Tension Cooling System Capacity adjustment should never be necessary. Complete System .....................
Automatic Tkansaxle Capacity 3T40 (3-Speed) : Pan Removal and Replacement. .................................... After Complete Overhaul. ........................................ Pan Removal and Replacement. .................................... After Complete Overhaul.
Capacities and Specifications Engine Code 4l (LN2)2 2.2L L4 PFI :Belt Tensions-Automatically . controlled by an idler pulley. Tension adjustment should never be necessary. Cooling System Capacity Complete System. ......................................
Automatic Transaxle Capacity 3T40 (3-Speed): Pan Removal and Replacement. .................................... 4 Quarts After Complete Overhaul. ........................................ 7 Quarts Power Steering PumpOnly ................................
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I I Part 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER 'LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This part covers the maintenance required for your Buick. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Introduction A Word,About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
, Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you ~ can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the ~ required know-how and the proper tools and ~ equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, I have a qualified technician do the work.
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules These schedules are for vehicles that: This section tells you the maintenance services you carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. should have done and when you should schedule them.
Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km).
Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than 4 miles When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) and outside temperatures remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation, as in stop-and-go’ traffic.
The services shown in this schedule up to 48,OOO miles (SO 000 km) are to be performed after 48,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 16 19 I12 115 I18 121 124 I27 130 133 136 139 142 145 148.
Schedule 11 Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. *An Emission Control Service. I% The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the f.
The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 000 km) are to be performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 7.5 15 I 22.
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule II. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses ITEM NO. SERVICE 1 Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG Energy Conserving 11 oils of proper viscosity.
ITEM NO. SERVICE 5 Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection- * Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed. 6 Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M.
ITEM NO. SERVICE 9 Spark Plug Wire Inspection**-Inspect for bums, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit at the distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed. 10 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection (2.2L Code 4 engine only)**- Conduct the EGR system service as described in the service manual.
Section B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Once a Year CHECK OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO I Key Lock Cylinders I Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, glove box door and console door.
CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Steering Column While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to “LOCK’ in each shift Lock lever position. The key should turn to “LOCK’ only when the shift lever is in “P” (Park). The key should come out only in “LOCK.
Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and M1). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
~ ~~ ~ ~ ~~~ INSPECTION OR SERVICE Brake System Inspection WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.
Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE FWID/LUBRICANT .. Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG.
USAGE Key Lock Cylinders Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent FWID/WBRICANT Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. -l2345120), -synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277).
USAGE FWID/WBRICANT ~~ ~ ~~~ ~~ Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring b. Release Pawl Anchor a. Engine oil. b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No.
Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I or Schedule 11 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed.
I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ' I DATE I READING ODOMETER I SERVICED BY 2%.
DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 297.
DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 298.
nhrt 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance . This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects . Part 8 includes: Customer Satisfaction Procedure .
lustomer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Buick. Normally, any problems with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s Sales or Service Departments.
In order to give your inquiry prompt attention, pleasedl the toll-free number listed above. However, if you wish to write Buick, write to: Buick Motor Division Customer Assistance Center 902 E. Hamilton Avenue Flint, Michigan 48550 A listing of all Buick Zone Offices and offices outside the U.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS To THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications, Subscriptions and Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U.S. states (and the District of Columbia) and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10,OOO pounds (4 536 kg).
Individual PSP’s If you don’t want to buy all the PSP’s issued by Buick for all models in the model year, you can buy individual PSPs, such as those which may pertain to a particular model. To do this, you will first need to see our index of PSP’s.
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Brake Fluid ................................ .243. 292 Electrical Equipment ..................... .75. 117. 265 Engine Coolant ................ .195. 239. 270. 272. 292 Engine Oil ........................ .227. 270. 272. 292 Sound Equipment ..........
Pedal Travel ...................................... 149 RearDrum ..................................... 149 Replacement ................................... 244 Warning Light- .................................. 109 Wear Indicators-Disc Brakes ..........
Clock. Setting the ......................... .118. 121. 124 Comfort Controls Air Conditioning ................................. 114 Heating ............... .. ........................ 115 Ventilation ................................. .ll5. 116 Your Buick Comfort Control System .
Engine Coolant .......................... .238. 270. 272 Checking & Adding ......................... .l95. 239 Proper Mixture to Use ............................ 239 Safety Warnings About .................... 110. 195. 201 Temperature Gage .......
Warnings ...................................... 225 Fuses & Circuit Breakers ........................... 266 Gages Battery ......................................... 109 Coolant Temperature ............................. 110 Fuel ...................
. Lane Change Indicator ............................ 87 Lap-Shoulder Safety Belt Front Automatic ................................. 30 Rear ............................................. 43 Use by Children ............................... .45, 51 Liftgate .
octane Requirements (see “Fuel Requirements”) Odometer ........................................ 106 Oil. Engine ......................... .227. 270. 272. 292 Quality ........................................ 229 Thickness ..........................
Traffic Lights ................................... 140 Your Own Signals ................................ 141 Roads. Hill and Mountain ........................... 166 Rocking Your Vehicle ............................... 218 Rotation. Tire .............
Snowstorm (see “Winter Driving”) Sound Equipment. Adding ........................... 117 Sound Systems (see ‘Audio Systems”) Spare Tire. Compact. ...................... .205. 215. 218 Specifications and Capacities ................... .270. 272 Specifications.
Towing a Trailer .................................. 175 Towing Your Buick ................................ 189 Traf%lc Lights ...................................... 140 Trailer Towing .................................... 175 Driving with a Trailer ...
Wheel Replacement .......................... .256. 257 Windows Power .................................... .85. 268 Standard ........................................ 84 Vent. Flip-Open .................................. 85 Windshield Washer ...........
Owner’s Record of Upkeep & Fuel Usage DATE MILEAGE AMOUNT COMMENTS I I 318.
Owner’s Record of Upkeep & Fuel Usage DATE MILEAGE AMOUNT COMMENTS 3l9.
Fuel Mileage Chart You can use this chart to quickly calculate your fuel mileage. MILES PER GALLON 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 5 50 5.
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Als u nog geen Buick Century (1993) heb gekocht dan nu is een goed moment om kennis te maken met de basisgegevens van het product. Eerst kijk dan naar de eerste pagina\'s van de handleiding, die je hierboven vindt. Je moet daar de belangrijkste technische gegevens Buick Century (1993) vinden. Op dit manier kan je controleren of het apparaat aan jouw behoeften voldoet. Op de volgende pagina's van de handleiding Buick Century (1993) leer je over alle kenmerken van het product en krijg je informatie over de werking. De informatie die je over Buick Century (1993) krijgt, zal je zeker helpen om een besluit over de aankoop te nemen.
In een situatie waarin je al een beziter van Buick Century (1993) bent, maar toch heb je de instructies niet gelezen, moet je het doen voor de hierboven beschreven redenen. Je zult dan weten of je goed de alle beschikbare functies heb gebruikt, en of je fouten heb gemaakt die het leven van de Buick Century (1993) kunnen verkorten.
Maar de belangrijkste taak van de handleiding is om de gebruiker bij het oplossen van problemen te helpen met Buick Century (1993) . Bijna altijd, zal je daar het vinden Troubleshooting met de meest voorkomende storingen en defecten #MANUAl# samen met de instructies over hun opplosinge. Zelfs als je zelf niet kan om het probleem op te lossen, zal de instructie je de weg wijzen naar verdere andere procedure, bijv. door contact met de klantenservice of het dichtstbijzijnde servicecentrum.
