1994 BUICK CENTURY wipers

Turn SignallHeadlight Beam Lever
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The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes your:
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
0 Headlight High-Low Beam & Passing Signal
a Windshield Wipers
0 Windshield Washer
Cruise Control (Option)
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for
left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a
turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is finished, the lever will return
automatically.
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I I A green arrow on the
instrument panel will flash
in the direction of the turn
or lane change.
To signal a lane change,
just raise
or lower the lever
until the green arrow starts
to flash. Hold
it there until
you complete your lane
change. The lever will
return by itself when you
release it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t
flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out
and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace
it to help avoid an
accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you
signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index)
and for burned-out bulbs.
nrn Signal Reminder
If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile,
a chime will sound.
To turn off the chime, move the turn
signal lever
to the off position.
Operation of Lights
Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights,
parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and
taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting
requirements, certain states and provinces may apply
their own lighting regulations that may require special
attention before you operate these lights.
For example, some jurisdictions may require that you
operate your fog lamps only when your lower beam
headlights are also on, or that headlights be turned on
whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In
addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with
parking lights, especially at dawn
or dusk. It is
recommended that you check with your own state or
provincial highway authority for applicable lighting
regulations.
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Headlight High-Low Beam
BRIGHT
To change the headlights
from low beam to high
or
high to low, pull the turn
signal lever all the way
toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams are
on, this blue light on the
instrument panel also will
be on.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by turning the band
marked “WIPER.”
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to “MIST.”
Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The
wipers will stop after one cycle.
If you want more
cycles, hold the band on
“MIST” longer.
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You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain
or
snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The
closer to
“LO,” the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away
from you
to the “LO” position. For high speed wiping,
turn the band further, to “HI.”
To stop the wipers, move
the band to
“OFF.”
Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you
from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid
damage, be sure
to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
If your
blades do become damaged, get new blades
or blade
inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor.
A
circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear
away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
Windshield Washer
At the top of the turn signalheadlight beam lever there’s
a paddle with the word “PUSH” on it.
To spray washer
fluid on the windshield, push the paddle.
If you push the paddle less than one second, washer
fluid will spray three
to four times while the wiper
blades
cycle. If you push the paddle longer than one
second, washer fluid will spray as long
as the paddle is
held. When
you release the paddle, the wiper blades will
cycle three to four more times to clear the window and
then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous.
A bad
mud splash can
block your vision. You could hit another
vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level
often.
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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.
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 Window
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.
Other Fuses
The Safety Belt/Chime (ICAM) Module fuse and the
Remote Lock Control fuse are located behind the fuse
block, above the hush panel.
The Fuel Pump and
ECM fuses are located under the
hood.
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Wagon Cargo Security Cover
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Liftgate Operation
.............................. 7 1
Spare Cover Replacement
....................... 204
Warning Flashers. Hazard
......................... 172
Warning Lights
.................................. 111
AirBag
...................................... 38
Anti-lock Brake System
........................ 114
Battery
...................................... 118
Brake
....................................... 113
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 1 15
Engine Oil
................................... 117
Safety Belt
................................... 28
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
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Tailgate Ajar
................................. 119
Washer, Windshield
............................... 92
Washermiper, Rear Window
........................ 93
Washing Your Vehicle
............................ 249
Weatherstrips
................................... 250
Weight
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
............... 236
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
............ 236
Trailer
...................................... 166
Rear Window Washermiper ..................... 93 Wheel
Aluminum
................................... 250
Alignment
.................................... 243
Cover Removal
........................... 198. 199
Nut Torque .................................. 202
Replacement ................................. 243
Windows
....................................... 87
Windshield Cleaning
.................................... 249
Washer
...................................... 92
WasherFluid
................................. 227
Wipers
....................................... 91
Winter Driving .................................. 161
WreckerTowing
................................. 178
Your Driving and the Road
....................... 139
Your Vehicle and the Environment
.................. 263
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