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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Instrument Panel Cluster  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Trip Odometer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic 

Headlamp Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Delayed Headlamp Illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Cruise Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Oil Life Monitor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Delayed Locking (Automatic Power 

Door Locks)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Tire Inflation Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Audio System  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

OnStar

®

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Automatic Power Door Locks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Remote Keyless Entry Signal

(Security Feedback)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Trunk Lock Release  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Trunk Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Antilock Brake System (ABS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Window Defogging (HVAC)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Restraint System for Children

(LATCH)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Dual Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Roadside Assistance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

My GMLink   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Congratulations on your purchase of a Buick Century. Please read this information and your Owner Manual

to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features

described in this booklet. Place this booklet in your Owner Manual portfolio for easy reference.

Summary of Contents for 2005 Century

Page 1: ...te Keyless Entry Signal Security Feedback 9 Trunk Lock Release 10 Trunk Storage 10 Antilock Brake System ABS 10 Window Defogging HVAC 10 Restraint System for Children LATCH 10 Dual Climate Control Sys...

Page 2: ...teering Wheel Controls E Gear Shift Lever F Air Outlets G Side Window Defogger Outlet H Hood Release I Tilt Wheel Lever J Horn K Audio System L Ashtray M Climate Control N Glove Box O Instrument Panel...

Page 3: ...Fuel Gauge IMPORTANT The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle s operation It is impor tant to read your Owner Manual and become familiar w...

Page 4: ...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 Ill...

Page 5: ...n let it go Windshield Washers The windshield washer paddle is marked PUSH and is located on top of the multifunction lever Push the paddle to spray washer fluid onto the wind shield The wipers will r...

Page 6: ...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 m...

Page 7: ...r more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds BAND Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn this knob to choose a radio station Press the right or left arrow to go to the nex...

Page 8: ...rting a CD into the faceplate slot use the following controls to oper ate the player Reverse Press hold this button to reverse within a track Release it to play the passage Forward Press hold this but...

Page 9: ...the Phone Button to access OnStar s Personal Calling a hands free voice activated communications service Press the Emergency Button to connect to an OnStar Advisor who can contact the nearest emergenc...

Page 10: ...event a braking skid When you start your engine or begin to drive away you may hear a slight noise or feel a brake pedal vibration this is normal the system is simply checking itself Using Antilock Br...

Page 11: ...ture for the driver When the DUAL light is not on the TEMP control has set the temperature for the entire cabin Note Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near th...

Page 12: ...ge 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 s...

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