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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> DESCRIPTION -> 1994 -> 1995 -> 2.0L/4-121 Engine -> 2.2L/4-134 ENGINE -> 2.3L/4-138 Engine -> 3.1L/V6-192 Engine -> 3.4L/V6-204 & 5.7L/V8-350 Engines -> 3.4L/V6-204 ENGINE -> 4.6L/V8-279 Northstar Engine -> 4.9L/V8-300 Engine -> 5.7L/V8-350 ENGINE -> A/C Condenser Fan -> ACHIEVA, GRAND AM & SKYLARK -> AURORA -> Auxiliary Fan -> BERETTA & CORSICA -> BONNEVILLE -> CAMARO & FIREBIRD -> CAPRICE, IMPALA SS & ROADMASTER -> CAVALIER & SUNFIRE -> CENTURY, CUTLASS CIERA & CUTLASS CRUISER -> CORVETTE -> CUTLASS SUPREME, GRAND PRIX & REGAL -> DEVILLE, ELDORADO & SEVILLE -> EIGHTY EIGHT & NINETY EIGHT -> EXCEPT REGAL w/3800/V6-231 (VIN L) ENGINE -> FLEETWOOD (RWD) -> High Speed Operation -> LATE PRODUCTION A/C -> LESS A/C & EARLY PRODUCTION WITH A/C -> Low Speed Operation -> LUMINA & MONTE CARLO -> METRO -> PARK AVENUE & LESABRE -> Primary Fan -> PRIZM -> Radiator Fan -> REGAL w/3800/V6-231 (VIN L) ENGINE -> RIVIERA -> Secondary Fan -> SUNBIRD -> VIN J Engine -> VIN P Engine
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

ACHIEVA, GRAND AM & SKYLARK

2.3L/4-138 Engine

The electric cooling fan is control by the PCM based on inputs from the engine coolant sensor, intake air temperature sensor , the A/C control switch, A/C refrigerant pressure sensor and the speed sensor. The fan normally operates when the engine coolant temperature exceeds 217°F, A/C is requested, and vehicle speed is greater than 35 mph. The cooling fan will also run if regardless of vehicle speed if coolant temperature exceeds 224°F, any diagnostic trouble code is set or A/C refrigerant pressure is high. If the PCM is...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> BLEEDING BRAKES -> Flushing Hydraulic System -> Manual Bleeding -> Pressure Bleeding -> Wheel Bleeding Sequence
Vehicle: 1991 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

BLEEDING BRAKES

Manual Bleeding

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure.Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Check fluid level often during bleeding procedure; do not let reservoir fall below half full.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Disconnect master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from re...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Custom 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 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2002 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Special 2.5 L4 GAS

Upon removal of starter, note if any shims are used. If shims are used, they should be reinstalled in their original location during installation.

If starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after firing, add .015 inch d...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1997-2005 Century, Regal, 1998-2002 Intrigue & 2000-05 Impala & Monte Carlo
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Custom 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 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Active Handling System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1991 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Cigar Lighter Jumper Harness Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Special Edition 3.1 V6 GASCigar Lighter Jumper Harness Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Special Edition 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-242
  • Bose Speaker - LH Side Of Rear Window Panel Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GASBose Speaker - LH Side Of Rear Window Panel Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Wiring Harness
  • Radio Rear Bose Speaker
  • Rear Window Panel
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1993 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1993 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Relay
  • Coolant Fan
  • A/C Compressor Clutch
  • Blower Motor
  • Wiper Motor Assembly
  • 1992 Buick Century Custom 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Buick Century Custom 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • RH Horn
  • Horn Switch
  • LH Horn
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: IMPROVED BLEEDING PROCEDURE FOR HYDRAULIC CLUTCH RELEASE SYSTEM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Manual Trans, Clutches, Linkage, MTX
  • Document: WHEELS - INFO ON INSTALLATION OF AFTER MARKET STYLES
    Vehicle: 1985 Buick Century Custom 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 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 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 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 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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