glove box BUICK CENTURY 1993 Owners Manual

Wunk/Liftgate
Remote Electric Trunk Or Liftgate Release
(Option)
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If you have this option,
you'll find the button here
Trunk Lock
-
in the glove box.
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Wagon Liftgate Operation
The liftgate on your station wagon has two parts: a
liftglass and a liftgate.
NOTICE:
Be sure there are no overhead obstructions
before you open the liftgate.
You could slam
the liftg ing and
glass.
To unlock the trunk from
the outside, insert the door
key and turn
it clockwise. The door
key opens the
liftgate
and the liftglass.
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/r CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or
liftglass open. Carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come
into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell
CO.
It can cause unconsciousness and even
death.
If you must drive with the liftgate or liftglass
open:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system
to its highest speed with the setting
on NORM
or VENT. That will force outside air
into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls’’ in
.the Index.
instrument panel, ope1 hem all the way.
If you have air vents on or under the
Glove Box
Use the door key to lock
and unlock the glove box.
To open, pinch the latch
release.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although
your Buick has a number of theft deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the ignition: If you walk away from your vehicle
with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for
joy riders or
professional thieves-so don’t do it. When you park your
Buick and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear
a chime
reminding
you to remove your key from the ignition and
take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will
be locked, and
so will your ignition and transaxle. And
remember to lock the doors.
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Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close all
windows and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep your
valuables out of sight. Put them
in a storage area, or take
them with you.
Parking Lots: If you park in a lot where someone will be
watching your vehicle, it’s best
to lock it up and take your
keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key?
What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
1. Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or
glove box, or rear storage area in the’ wagon.
2. Lock the glove box.
3. Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
4. Then take the door key with you.
New Vehicle “Break-In”
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Fuses & Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination
of fuses, circuit breakers,
and fusible thermal links
in the wiring itself. This greatly
reduces the chance
of fires caused by electrical problems.
The fuse panel is located inside the glove box, on the left side.
To change a fuse, open the glove box. Pull down on the
fuse panel latch and open
the door. Pull the fuse straight
out.
To identify and check fuses, refer to the Fuse Usage chart.
GOOD
FUSE
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GM PART NO. - ' RATING ' '2 COLOR I
12004003 ................... 3 AMP VIOLET
12004005
................... 5 AMP TAN
12004006
... ..... 7.5 AMP BROWN
12004007
... , ..... 10 AMP RED
12004008 ... ... 15 AMP LIGHT BLUE
12004009
... ... 20 AMP YELLOW
12004010
... ... 25 AMP WHITE
12004011
... ... 30 AMP LIGHT GREEN I
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size
and rating.
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Headlights
The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in
the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the
lights
to go 'on and off or, in some cases, to remain off. If
this happens, have your headlight system checked right
away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will
stop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it
fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the.fuse panel protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the ,circuit until the problem
is fixed.
Cigarette Lighter Fuse and Safety Belt Fuse
These fuses are located behind the glove box. The fuse
holders are
taped together with gray tape.
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Century Dimensions
Inches unless otherwise noted .
Overall: COUPE SEDAN WAGON
Length ................
. Width .................
Height ................
Wheelbase .............
Front Tread ............
Rear Tread .............
Interior Front:
Leg Room
.............
Head Room ............
Shoulder Room .........
Hip Room ..............
Interior Rear:
Leg Room .............
Head Room ............
Shoulder Room .........
Hip Room ..............
Tzvnk Capacity-Cubic Feet
Number of Passengers:
Front .................
Rear ..................
Rear-Facing Third Seat ...
Base Curb Weight--Po unds 189.1
69.4 53.7
104.9 58.7
56.7
42.1 38.6
55.8
50.2
35.9
38.3
57
. 0
53.6
16.2
3
3
.
2862 189.1
69.4
54.2
104.9 58.7
56.7 190.9
69.4
54.2
104.9 58.7
56.7
42.1 42.1
38.6 38.6
55.9 55.9
50.0 50.0
35.9
38.3
56.0
54.3
16.2
3
3
.
2914 34.8
38.9
56.0
54.3
41.6
3
3
2
3054
Replacement Bulbs
APPLICATION NUMBER
Exterior
Headlight High Beam
........................
Low Beam .........................
ParW Turn ...........................
Side Marker ....... .................
Backup .............................
High Level Stop (w/o luggage carrier) .....
High Level Stop (w/luggage carrier) .......
License .............................
Side Marker .........................
Tail/Stop ............................
Tail/Stop/Turn .........................
Underhood ..........................
9005
9006
2057 194
1156
1141
577 194
194
194
2057
561
Interior
Ashtray ............................. 194
Door Courtesy
....................... 214-2
Dome
.............................. 211-2
Front Reading
........................ 906
Glove Box ............................ 194
Map
............................... 168
Rear Dome (Wagon)
................... 211-2
Trunk
.............................. 1003
Vanity Mirror ........................ 124
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At Least Once a Year
CHECK
OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO
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Key Lock Cylinders I Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D.
Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and \
latches, including those for the
hood, glove box door and console door. Section
D tells you what to use. I
Starter Switch
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly\
. If it does,
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” \
in the Index if necessary) and
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if
it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work onl\
y in “P” (Park) or “N”
the regular brake.
(Neutral). If the starter works in any other position, your \
vehicle needs service.
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Warnings ...................................... 225
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers ........................... 266
Gages Battery
......................................... 109
Coolant Temperature
............................. 110
Fuel
.......................................... 107
Gasoline
........................................ 223
Gasoline Tank. Filling Your
................ .225. 270. 272
Gear Positions (see “Shifting the Transaxle”) Gearshift Lever
(see “Shifting the Transaxle”)
GloveBox
........................................ 71
Halogen Bulbs ............................ .245. 269
Hazard Warning Flashers
........................... 184
Headlight
& Taillight. Removing and Replacing . .245. 247. 269
Headlights
........................................ 95
High-Low Beam Changer
.......................... 88
Instrument Panel Light Intensity Control ............... 95
“0n”Warning
................................... 96
Replacement Bulb ............................... 269
Head Restraints
.................................... 17
Hearing or Speech Impaired
......................... 301
Heater (see “Comfort Controls”)
Heater, Engine Block
.......................... .76. 232
HighBeams
................................... 88, 157
Highway Hypnosis ................................. 165
Wiring
........................................ 268 HillandMountainRoads
............................ 166
Hills. Parking on ............................. .168. 180
Hood Release .................................... 226
Safety Warning
............................ .226. 227
Warning. Overheated Engine
.............. .195. 200. 202
Horn ............................................ 86
Hot Engine. Safety Warnings
............... .195. 200. 202
Hydroplaning ..................................... 159
Identification Number. Vehicle
...................... 265
Idling Your Engine
................................. 82
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ............. 219
Ignition Key
........................................... 64
Positions ....................................... 73
Indicator Lights
(see “Warning Lights”)
Infant Restraint (see “Child Restraints”)
Inflation. Tires
................................... 252
Inside Rearview Mirror
.............................. 98
Instrument Panel .................................. 105
Instrument Panel Warning Lights ...................... 106
...................................... J ack. Ti re 205
Jump Starting
..................................... 185
Keyless Entry System
............................. 66
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Keys ............................................ 64
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