Top 20 1996 Buick Century Questions & Answers

Some radiators don't have a drain. You don't want to use it even in you have one. They always break when you try to close them. Remove the lower radiator hose instead https://ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/radiator-drain-valve-location/

First you will need 1/4 inch socket set, Philip screw driver, and a plastic panel remove tool. Pry off panels around your instrument cluster .
Remove four screws holding your cluster in place , pull forward and disconnect and remove. Replace all bulbs , verify repair then enjoy your day. Good luck

Most likely is a wiring or fusible link problem on the power feed from the battery to the fuse box under the hood.

check for a problem fuel pressure regulator most are wired to the ECM which is connected to the relay for the pump it works like this with low / no fuel pressure the regulator completes a circuit to the ECM that signal is then sent to a relay to start the pump when full pressure is reached , the regulator signals the ECM and the relay is turned off hence the pump is not continually running when pressure is not required

The rear doesn't have struts they are just regular shocks. Only standard hand tools and a floor jack are needed to replace them. See picture below.

Does it have 16 pin DLC , the place where you plug in the code reader ? What kind of code reader are you using ? Most of these the fuse for the Cig. lighter powers pin 16 ,check for B+ voltage with a volt meter , test light etc....

If it is an automatic transmission, first check the fluid level. If it is low, fill it up and try it again. If the level is fine, then there is a bigger issue and you should seek a professional's help.

Check and make sure you didnt bend a pin when plugging the wire connection in.

I would have the ignition switch checked, and replaced if that is the problem.

EGR and EVAP systems are tow different operations fixing what you did doesn't fix the code revealed

It is located on the starter motor.

When you turn it on, the power goes to the clutch through a fuse and a low pressure switch, check the fuse in the fuse block and then make sure you have Freon in the system, if it is low, the unit wont start.

look at the ports on the exhaust manifold and compare them to the ports on the cylinder head, some times one manifold port will service two valves.

Have code's check ,do the diagnostic's , repair the problem ,then the light will go out .

You must remove the trim/seat cover form the seat to access the cable.

What relay ? where is it located ? Front right radiator support ,behind right headlamp ? An just so you know your vehicle has two fans , one you can see behind the radiator an the other you can't see . It's located in front of the radiator . One pusher an the other pulls ! The PCM - engine computer energizes the relays turning on the fans > The coolant sensor is an input to the PCM an when engine temp. reaches 212 degrees the PCM turns on the fans . If you had a factory scan tool you could see if PCM can control the fans , energizing the relays ! Go to http://bbbind.com/free_tsb.html free wiring diagrams ! Do you know what a wiring diagram is .

Visit the on-line store, know as reliable-store, they have the repair manuals. I'm sure you will get the solution of your problem. Best Manuals

Go under the car to reach this bolt.

Are they power seats?

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