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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> Century (1982-05), Regal, Celebrity, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser & 6000 2.5L, 2.8L MFI, 3.1L, 3.3L & 3.8L Engines
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Special Edition 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 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Description
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) warns the driver when a large change in the air pressure of one tire is present while the vehicle is being driven. The TPMS uses the EBCM (Electronic Brake Control Module), BCM (Body Control Module), ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) wheel speed sensor inputs, instrument panel fuse block Reset button and the instrument panel cluster to perform the functions of the system.

The software used to calculate the relative tire pressure differences is contained in the EBCM. This software requires approximately 30 minutes of straight line driving in each of ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Special Edition 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting bolts and torque converter cover.
  • Remove mounting bolts, lower starter motor and disco...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

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

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump housing using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump housing.
  • Remove lower radiator air deflector.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator using hose clamp pliers J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedu...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 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 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Left Side Of Rear Window Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GASLeft Side Of Rear Window Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • RF Filter
  • Body Wiring Harness
  • Connector C-1
  • Connector C-3
  • Rear Window Defogger Grid Connector
  • Lower Left Front Of The Passenger Compartment Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GASLower Left Front Of The Passenger Compartment Diagram for 2005 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Parking Brake
  • I/P Wiring Harness
  • Park Brake Switch Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Buick Century Special Edition 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Buick Century Special Edition 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Rear Compartment Courtesy Lamp
  • Rear Compartment Lid Ajar Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Buick Century cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2005 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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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