Brake Wear
Your Buick has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make
a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are
worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come
and
go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving
(except when
you are pushing on the brake pedal
firmly).
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something
is wrong with
your brakes.
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if
you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear
brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums
should be removed and inspected each time the tires are
removed for rotation or changing. When you have the
front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected,
too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or
if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you apply the brakes moderately, with or
without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
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If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts,
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new
GM original
equipment parts. This way,
you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your Buick
model.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer
calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire
or tire chain clearance
to the body and chassis.
Used Replacement Wheels
Tire Chains
NOTICE:
Use tire chains only where legal and only when
you must. Use only
SAE Class “S” type chains
that are the proper size for your tires. Install
them on the front tires and tighten them as
tightly
as possible with the ends securely
fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions.
If you can hear the
chains contacting your vehicle, stop and
retighten them.
If the contact continues, slow
down
until it stops. Driving too fast with chains
on will damage your vehicle.
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Century Dimensions
Inches Unless Otherwise Noted
Overall:
Length .................
Width ..................
Height .................
Wheelbase ..............
Front Tread .............
Rear Tread ..............
Interior Front:
Leg Room ..............
Head Room .............
Shoulder Room ..........
Hip Room ..............
Sedan
189.1
69.4 54.2
104.9
56.7 58.7
42.1 38.6
55.9
50.0
Wagon
190.1 69.4 54.2
104.9
58.7
56.7
42.1 38.6
55.9
50.0
Interior Rear:
Leg Room ..............
Head Room .............
Shoulder Room ..........
Hip Room ..............
Trunk Capacity:
Cu . Ft .................
Passengers:
Front ...................
Rear ...................
Rear-Facing Third Seat ....
Sedan
Wagon
35.9 34.8
38.3 38.9
56.0 56.0
54.3
54.3
16.2
3
3
.
Base Curb Weight:
Lbs .................... 2974 41.6
3
3
2
3134
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