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Buick CENTURY GTK 2004 Owner's Manual (358 pages)
Brand:
Buick
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 4.2 MB
Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
7
How to Use this Manual
2
Table of Contents
7
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Reclining Seatbacks
9
Six-Way Power Seats
9
Rear Seats
11
Head Restraints
11
Split Folding Rear Seat
11
Safety Belts
12
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
12
Why Safety Belts Work
13
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
16
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
17
Driver Position
18
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
20
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
25
Lap Belt
26
Right Front Passenger Position
26
Center Passenger Position
26
Rear Seat Passengers
28
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
28
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children
31
Safety Belt Extender
33
Child Restraints
34
Older Children
34
Infants and Young Children
36
Child Restraint Systems
40
Where to Put the Restraint
43
Top Strap
44
Top Strap Anchor Location
45
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
48
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
48
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position
50
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
53
Air Bag Systems
55
Where Are the Air Bags
58
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
60
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
61
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
61
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
62
Instrument Panel
62
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
64
Restraint System Check
64
Checking Your Restraint Systems
64
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
65
Section 2 Features and Controls
67
Features and Controls
67
Keys
68
Remote Keyless Entry System
70
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
71
Security Feedback
72
Delayed Locking
73
Illumination on Remote Activation
74
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
74
Battery Replacement
75
Doors and Locks
76
Door Locks
76
Power Door Locks
77
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
77
Lockout Protection
78
Leaving Your Vehicle
78
Trunk
79
Climate Controls
79
Trunk Lock
79
Remote Trunk Release
79
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
80
Windows
81
Power Windows
82
Express-Down Window
82
Sun Visors
83
Theft-Deterrent Systems
83
PASS-Key ® II
83
Visor Vanity Mirror
83
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
84
New Vehicle Break-In
84
Ignition Positions
85
Starting Your Engine
86
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
86
Engine Coolant Heater
87
Automatic Transaxle Operation
88
Parking Brake
91
Shifting into Park (P)
92
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
93
Torque Lock
94
Shifting out of Park (P)
94
Parking over Things that Burn
95
Engine Exhaust
95
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
96
Mirrors
97
Manual Rearview Mirror
97
Manual Rearview Mirror with Onstar
97
Outside Power Mirrors
98
Outside Convex Mirror
98
Onstar System
99
Storage Areas
100
Glove Box
100
Front Storage Area
100
Center Console Storage Area
101
Convenience Net
101
Sunroof
102
Section 3 Instrument Panel
103
Instrument Panel Overview
104
Audio System(S)
105
Hazard Warning Flashers
106
Other Warning Devices
106
Horn
107
Tilt Wheel
107
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
107
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
108
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
108
Windshield Wipers
109
Cruise Control
110
Windshield Washer
110
Exterior Lamps
114
Delayed Headlamps
116
Interior Lamps
117
Instrument Panel Brightness
117
Delayed Entry Lighting
117
Courtesy Lamps
117
Delayed Exit Lighting
118
Dome Lamp
118
Battery Rundown Protection
118
Reading Lamps
118
Accessory Power Outlets
119
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
119
Climate Controls
120
Dual Climate Control System
120
Defogging and Defrosting
122
Rear Window Defogger
122
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
123
Automatic Operation
123
Passenger Control
126
Outlet Adjustment
127
Operation Tips
128
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
128
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
129
Instrument Panel Cluster
130
Speedometer and Odometer
131
Trip Odometer
131
Safety Belt Reminder Light
132
Air Bag Readiness Light
132
Charging System Light
133
Brake System Warning Light
134
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
135
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
136
Low Traction Light
136
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
137
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
137
Tire Pressure Light
138
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
138
If the Light Is Flashing
139
If the Light Is on Steady
140
Oil Pressure Light
142
Maintenance Schedule
142
Change Engine Oil Light
143
Security Light
143
Cruise Control Light
144
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
144
Door/Trunk Ajar Warning Light
144
Service Vehicle Soon Light
144
Fuel Gage
145
Low Fuel Warning Light
146
Audio System(S)
146
Setting the Time
147
Radio with CD
147
Finding a Station
148
Setting Preset Stations
149
Rds Messages
152
Playing a CD
153
Radio Messages
153
Radio with Cassette and CD
155
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
156
Playing a Cassette Tape
160
Cassette Tape Messages
161
CD Adapter Kits
161
Theft-Deterrent Feature
164
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
164
Understanding Radio Reception
165
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
165
Care of Your Cds
166
Care of Your CD Player
166
Fixed Mast Antenna
166
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
167
Driving Your Vehicle
167
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
168
Defensive Driving
168
Drunken Driving
168
Control of a Vehicle
171
Braking
172
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
172
Braking in Emergencies
174
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
175
Steering
176
Power Steering
176
Steering Tips
176
Steering in Emergencies
177
Off-Road Recovery
178
Passing
179
Loss of Control
180
Driving at Night
182
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
183
Driving through Deep Standing Water
185
Driving through Flowing Water
185
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
185
City Driving
186
Freeway Driving
187
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
188
Highway Hypnosis
189
Hill and Mountain Roads
190
Winter Driving
192
Driving on Snow or Ice
193
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
194
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
196
Towing
197
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
197
Towing Your Vehicle
197
Recreational Vehicle Towing
198
Dinghy Towing
199
Dolly Towing
199
Loading Your Vehicle
200
Towing a Trailer
205
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
206
Weight of the Trailer
206
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
207
Driving with a Trailer
208
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
208
Trailer Brakes
208
Backing up
209
Following Distance
209
Making Turns
209
Driving on Grades
210
Parking on Hills
210
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
210
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
211
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
211
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
213
Service and Appearance Care
213
Service
215
Doing Your Own Service Work
215
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
216
Fuel
216
Gasoline Octane
216
Gasoline Specifications
217
California Fuel
217
Additives
218
Fuels in Foreign Countries
218
Filling Your Tank
219
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
221
Checking Things under the Hood
222
Hood Release
222
Engine Compartment Overview
224
Engine Oil
225
Gm Oil Life System
228
When to Change Engine Oil
228
What to Do with Used Oil
229
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
230
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
231
When to Check and Change
231
How to Check
232
How to Add Fluid
233
Engine Coolant
234
What to Use
234
Checking Coolant
235
Radiator Pressure Cap
237
Engine Overheating
237
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
238
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
239
Cooling System
240
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
244
Power Steering Fluid
247
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
248
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
248
Windshield Washer Fluid
248
Adding Washer Fluid
249
Brakes
250
Brake Fluid
250
Brake Wear
252
Battery
253
Replacing Brake System Parts
253
Vehicle Storage
253
Jump Starting
254
Headlamp Aiming
261
Bulb Replacement
263
Halogen Bulbs
263
Headlamps
263
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
264
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
265
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
266
Back-Up Lamps
267
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
268
Tires
269
Tire Sidewall Labeling
270
Tire Size
273
Tire Terminology and Definitions
274
Inflation - Tire Pressure
276
When to Check
277
Tire Pressure Monitor System
277
Tire Inspection and Rotation
279
When It Is Time for New Tires
280
Buying New Tires
281
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
282
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
283
Wheel Replacement
284
Used Replacement Wheels
285
Tire Chains
285
If a Tire Goes Flat
286
Changing a Flat Tire
287
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
288
Removing the Wheel Covers
290
Removing the Wheel Center Caps
290
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
297
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
298
Compact Spare Tire
299
Appearance Care
300
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
300
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
300
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
301
Using Cleaner on Fabric
301
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
302
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
302
Cleaning Leather
302
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
302
Cleaning Vinyl
302
Care of Safety Belts
303
Weatherstrips
303
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
303
Washing Your Vehicle
303
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
304
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades
304
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
305
Sheet Metal Damage
305
Finish Damage
305
Cleaning Tires
305
Underbody Maintenance
306
Chemical Paint Spotting
306
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
307
Vehicle Identification
308
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
308
Service Parts Identification Label
308
Electrical System
309
Add-On Electrical Equipment
309
Headlamp Wiring
309
Windshield Wiper Fuses
309
Power Windows and Other Power Options
309
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
309
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
310
Underhood Fuse Block
312
Capacities and Specifications
315
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
317
Introduction
318
Maintenance Requirements
318
Maintenance Schedule
318
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
318
Your Vehicle and the Environment
318
Scheduled Maintenance
320
Additional Required Services
322
Maintenance Footnotes
323
At each Fuel Fill
324
Owner Checks and Services
324
At Least Once a Month
325
At Least Once a Year
325
Tire Inflation Check
325
Cassette Tape Player Service
325
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
328
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
329
Engine Drive Belt Routing
330
Maintenance Record
331
Customer Assistance and Information
333
Customer Assistance and Information
334
Online Owner Center
335
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
336
Canada – Customer Assistance
336
Overseas – Customer Assistance
336
United States – Customer Assistance
336
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
337
Roadside Assistance Program
337
Courtesy Transportation
338
Canadian Roadside Assistance
338
Plan Ahead When Possible
339
Transportation Options
339
Additional Program Information
340
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records
341
Reporting Safety Defects
342
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
342
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
342
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
343
Service Publications Ordering Information
343
Service Manuals
343
Current and Past Model Order Forms
344
Owner's Information
344
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Brand:
Buick
| Category:
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| Size: 0.33 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Instrument Panel
2
Instrument Panel Cluster
3
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
4
Headlamp Control
4
Delayed Headlamp Illumination
4
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
4
Cruise Control
5
Oil Life Monitor
6
Tire Inflation Monitor
7
Audio System
7
Automatic Power Door Locks
9
Delayed Locking
9
Door Locks)
9
Remote Keyless Entry Signal (Security Feedback)
9
Restraint System for Children
10
(Latch)
10
Trip Odometer
10
Window Defogging (HVAC)
10
Trunk Lock Release
10
Trunk Storage
10
Dual Climate Control System
11
Antilock Brakes (ABS)
11
Roadside Assistance Program
12
My Gmlink
12
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