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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1998-2000 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver-Drier/Accumulator -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:
- Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
- Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
- The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> Delphi DBC 7 -> System Service -> Alero & Grand Am -> Alero, Cavalier, Century, Grand Am, Impala, Monte Carlo, Regal & Sunbird -> Alero, Cavalier, Grand Am & Sunfire -> Automated Bleed -> BPMV Bracket -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century, Impala, Monte Carlo & Regal -> Component Replacement -> CTS -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Malibu -> Manual Bleed -> Manual Flush -> Pressure Flush -> Rear -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
Brake System Bleed
In most circumstances a manual brake bleed is all that is required. Automated ABS bleeding is required under the following conditions: when manual bleeding does not achieve desired pedal height or feel; brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) replacement; extreme loss of brake fluid; air ingestion is suspected.
Manual Bleed
Use suitable container to catch fluid.
- Clean reservoir cover and surrounding area.
- Remove cover, fill fluid reservoir and install cover.
- Attach one end of a clear plastic hose to rear hydraulic modulator bleeder valve, then submerge other end of hos...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS
To prevent personal injury and/or component damage, do not allow the weight of the vehicle to load the front wheels, or attempt to operate the vehicle, when the wheel drive shaft(s) or wheel drive shaft nut(s) are removed. To do so may cause the inner bearing race to separate, resulting in damage to brake and suspension components and loss of vehicle control.
Wheel drive shaft boots, seals and clamps should be protected from sharp objects any time service is performed on or near the wheel drive shaft(s). Damage to the boot(s), the seal(s) or the clamp(s) may cause lubrican...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Tests
Refer to Figs. through for diagnostic test procedures.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Intermittent & Poor Connections
Intermittents
Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:
- Wiring broken inside insulation.
- Poor connection between male and female terminal ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
- Remove drive belt.
- Disconnect alternator electrical connectors and power steering line clip.
- ...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1997-2005 Century, Regal, 1998-2002 Intrigue & 2000-05 Impala & Monte Carlo
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Place the windshield wipers in the up position by turning the ignition switch Off when the wipers reach the desired position.
- Open the hood.
- Lift the righthand side of the rear hood seal from the flange in the area of the rig...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Engine Or Service Now Soon Engine Indicator Lamps (Gasoline Engines w/Electronic Engine Controls Or EFI) -> Except LeMans, Metro, Prizm, Storm & Vibe
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS
The Check Engine lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a fault condition and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM memory can be cleared of codes as follows:
On models except Cadillac with DEFI, remove the ECM/PCM fuse or disconnect the battery ground cable for approximately 30...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS
- Remove battery, then drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Remove air cleaner assembly, then drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
- Remove engine strut upper brace bolts from upper tie bar and rotate strut and brace rearward.
- Disconnect upper radiator mounting panel bolts and c...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to remove ...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Retained Accessory Power Components Diagram for 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Passenger Compartment Body Harness Diagram for 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2000 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2000 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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