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Getting to Know Your2004 Century4
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has the following posi-
tions: two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left). These positions
allow you to signal a turn or lane
change. To signal a lane change, raise
or lower the lever until the arrow starts
to flash. The lever will return by itself
when released.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the
way up or down. A chime will sound if
you leave the turn signal on for more
than 3/4 mile (1.2 km).
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
To change your headlamps from low
beams to high beams, or high to low,
pull the multifunction lever all the way
toward you, then release it. When the
Daytime Running Lamps/
Automatic Headlamp Control
Daytime Running Lamps are an addi-
tional safety feature that makes it easier
for others to see your vehicle during the
day. The headlamp system works auto-
matically to help provide the right
amount of lighting at all times of the day
or night. You can still turn your head-
lamps on manually whenever you wish.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Delayed Headlamp Illumination
If the Automatic Headlamp Control sys-
tem turns on your headlamps, they will
stay on for 90 seconds after you turn off
the ignition. Delayed Headlamp
Illumination provides lighting when exit-
ing your car and the lamps shut off auto-
matically. This feature can be turned off
by following the instructions in your
Owner Manual.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
located on the left side of the steering
column controls these features:
•Turn and Lane-Change Signals
•Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
•Flash-to-Pass
•Windshield Wipers
•Windshield Washers
•Cruise Control

Getting to Know Your2004 Century6
Oil Life Monitor
The Oil Life Monitor shows an estimate
of the oil’s remaining useful life. When
the oil life index is less than 10 percent,
the CHANGE OIL SOON light will illumi-
nate in the instrument panel. After hav-
ing the oil changed, reset the system so
it can calculate when the next oil change
is required. If you change your oil prior
to the illumination of the CHANGE OIL
SOON light, reset the system.
Resetting the Oil Life Monitor
To reset the Oil Life Monitor, follow
these steps:
1. With the engine off, turn the ignition
key to RUN.
2. Fully push and release the accelera-
tor pedal slowly three times within
five seconds. (If the CHANGE OIL
SOON light flashes, the system is
resetting.)
3. Turn the key to OFF, then start the
vehicle. The oil life will change to 100
percent.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are three ways to increase vehicle
speed while using Cruise Control:
1. Use the accelerator pedal to reach
the higher speed. Press the SET but-
ton, then release the button and the
accelerator pedal.
2. Move the Cruise Control switch from
ON to R/A. Hold it there until reaching
the desired speed, then release it.
3. Momentarily push the R/A button. For
every push, vehicle speed will
increase by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
To reduce speed while using Cruise
Control, use one of the following
methods:
•Press the SET button until you reach
the lower speed you want, then
release it.
•To reduce speed in smaller incre-
ments, press the SET button briefly.
Each time you press it, you’ll reduce
speed by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase
speed. After removing your foot from the
pedal, the vehicle will return to the
Cruise Control speed set earlier.
Ending Cruise Control
There are two ways to disengage Cruise
Control:
•Step lightly on the brake pedal.
•Move the cruise switch to off.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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Roadside Assistance Program
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Buick Motor Division is proud to offer
Buick Premium Roadside Assistance to
customers for vehicles covered under the
3-year/36,000-mile (60,000 km) new car
warranty (whichever occurs first).
Our commitment to Buick owners has
always included superior service through
our network of Buick dealers. Buick
Premium Roadside Assistance provides an
extra measure of convenience and security.
Buick’s Roadside Assistance toll-free
number is staffed by a team of technically
trained advisors, who are available 24
hours a day, 365 days a year.
We take the anxiety out of certain situations
by providing minor repair information over
the phone or making arrangements to tow
your vehicle to the nearest Buick dealership.
We will provide the following services for
3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km), at no
expense to you:
•Fuel delivery
•Lock-out service (ID required)
•Tow to nearest dealership for warranty
service
•Flat tire change
•Jump starts
The Buick Owner Center at My GMLink is a
complimentary service for Buick Owners, a
one-stop resource to enhance your Buick
ownership experience. Exclusive member
benefits include online service reminders,
vehicle maintenance tips, online owner
manual, special privileges and more. Sign
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numbers of these services to meet your
specific needs:
•Hotels
•Glass replacement
•Tire repair facilities
•Vehicle rentals/taxis
•Airports/train stations
•Police, fire and hospitals
When calling, please have the following
information ready:
•Vehicle location
•Telephone number at your location
•Vehicle model/year/color
•Vehicle mileage on odometer
•Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
•Vehicle license plate number
Buick reserves the right to limit services
or reimbursement to an owner or driver
when, in Buick’s judgment, the claims
become excessive in frequency or type
of occurrence.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner
Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at
the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2003 by GM Corp.
All rights reserved.