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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Air Bag System Precautions -> General Motors Corp. -> Disarming -> 1990 -> 1990-93 -> 1990-95 -> 1990-97 -> 1991 -> 1991-93 -> 1991-94 -> 1991-95 -> 1992-93 -> 1992-99 -> 1993-2002 -> 1993-94 -> 1993-98 -> 1994 -> 1994-2002 -> 1994-95 -> 1994-96 -> 1994-98 -> 1995-2002 -> 1995-96 -> 1995-97 -> 1995-98 -> 1995-99 -> 1996 -> 1996-2001 -> 1996-97 -> 1997 -> 1997-2002 -> 1997-98 -> 1997-99 -> 1998-2000 -> 1998-2002 -> 1998-99 -> 1999 -> 1999-2000 -> 1999-2001 -> 1999-2002 -> 2000-02 -> 2001-02 -> 2002 -> 2003 -> 2003-04 -> 2003-04 Except Malibu Maxx -> Achieva & Skylark -> Alero -> Astro & Safari -> Aurora -> Avalanche -> Aveo -> Aztek & Rendezvous -> Beretta & Corsica -> Blazer, Jimmy, Sonoma & S-10 -> Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, LSS, Ninety-Eight & Regency -> Bravada, Envoy, Rainier, SSR & TrailBlazer -> C/K Series -> Camaro & Firebird -> Canyon & Colorado -> Caprice, Custom Cruiser & Roadmaster -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Century -> Corvette -> Coupe -> CTS -> Cutlass -> Cutlass Ciera & Cruiser -> Cutlass Supreme -> DeVille -> Eldorado -> Escalade -> Express, G Series & Savana -> Fleetwood -> Grand Am -> Grand Prix & Intrigue -> Impala -> ION -> L-Series -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lumina -> Lumina APV, Montana, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture -> Malibu -> Malibu Maxx -> Metro -> Monte Carlo -> Park Avenue -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> Reatta, Toronado & Trofeo -> Regal -> Riviera -> S-Series -> Sedan -> Seville -> Sierra & Silverado -> SRX -> Storm -> Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon & Yukon XL -> Tracker -> Vibe -> VUE -> XLR -> Zone 1 -> Zone 10 -> Zone 12 -> Zone 2 -> Zone 3 -> Zone 4 -> Zone 5 -> Zone 6 -> Zone 7 -> Zone 8 -> Zone 9 -> Zones 1 & 7 -> Zones 2 & 6 -> Zones 5 & 9 -> Zones 7 & 9
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark

1994-96

Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Camaro, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Ciera SL, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Firebird, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Metro, Monte Carlo, Prizm, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & Sunfire (A, F, J, L, M, N, S & W Cars) -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> 1995 Beretta & Corsica -> 1995 Sunfire & Cavalier -> 1995-96 Century, Cutlass Ciera, Ciera SL & Cutlass Cruiser, 1995 Camaro, Firebird & Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> 1996 Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> 1996 Beretta & Corsica -> 1996 Camaro & Firebird -> 1996 Cavalier & Sunfire -> 1996 Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Face View -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Ignition Cycle Default -> Metro & Prizm -> Tech 1 Scan Tool -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

This system contains sophisticated on-board diagnostics that can be accessed with a bi-directional scan tool. To properly diagnose the anti-lock brake system, a GM TECH 1 bi-directional scan tool or suitable equivalent is necessary. The scan tool can be used to identify system faults as specifically as possible, including whether or not the fault is intermittent. The scan tool can also be used to monitor the input and output signals of the ABS Module, manually control system components and perform automated functional tests. Using the scan t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 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 vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
Remove axle nut and washer.
Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then using a suitable pry bar, separate ball joint from knuckle.
Remove drive axle from hub and bearing assembly using front hub spindle remover t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

When removing starter, note if any shims are used between starter and mounting surface. If shims are found, reinstall in original locations.

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 singl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Anti-Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. The lamp may light for as long as 30 seconds as a bulb and system inspection. If lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then restart engine. If l...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

Lower

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Remove right side electric cooling fan.
Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers.
Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
Reposition hose clamp from water pump housing using hose clamp pliers.
Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump housing and from vehicle.
Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Rotate tensioner counterclockwise using suitable tool to remove ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Below LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Splice S226

Connector C206

Connector C225

Splice S223

Splice S276

Under LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1996 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Cruise Control Release Switch

Connector C1

Stop LP/TCC Switch

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Powertrain Control Module

Driver Door Latch Switch

Passenger Door Latch Switch

1996 Buick Century Special 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Driver Seat Adjuster Switch

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs

Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
Vehicle: 1996 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

Auto Systems:

Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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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