1997 - 2005 BUICK Century Parts List Catalog

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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Buick Model: Century Model Code: L-Body (Third Generation) Applicable Years: 1997-2005 Codes Paint Code Location Covered: Yes Clear Coat Identification Covered: Yes 👋 Introduction Market...

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Type: Car

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Sku: 58851

Tags: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Buick Car Cars Century Featured

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Description

🏷️ Basic Information

Identification

Make:

Buick

Model:

Century

Model Code:

L-Body (Third Generation)

Applicable Years:

1997-2005

Codes

Paint Code Location Covered:

Clear Coat Identification Covered:

👋 Introduction

Market Position

Target Audience:

Buick Century owners, independent repair shops, DIY mechanics, parts suppliers.

Buick Century Segment:

Mid-size sedan known for its comfortable ride and value-oriented features.

Competitive Analysis

Value Proposition:

Provides essential part number and labor time data, crucial for accurate repairs and parts sourcing, often more accessible than official OEM electronic parts catalogs (EPCs).

Key Features

Catalog Utility:

Comprehensive listing of parts with associated labor times, enabling efficient repair planning and cost estimation.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Areas

List:

• Special Cautions

• Engine

• Transmission Mounts

• Paint Code Location

• Engine Under Cover

• Clear Coat Identification

• Air Cleaner

• Information Labels

• Exhaust System

• Front Bumper

• Emission System

• Grille

• Front Lamps

• Windshield

• Hood

• Cowl & Dash

• Cooling System

• Instrument Panel

• Engine Oil Cooler

• Center Console

• A/C Refrigerant Capacities

• Rocker/Pillars/Floor

• A/C Heater/Ventilation

• Front Seat

• Front Fender

• Rear Seat

• Underhood Dimensions

• Seat Belts

• Front Inner Structure

• Front Door

• Air Bag System

• Roof

• ABS/Brakes

• Sunroof

• Cruise Control System

• Back Window

• Wheel

• Quarter Panel

• Front Suspension

• Quarter Glass

• Front Drive Axle

• Luggage Lid

• Front Steering Linkage/Gear

• Rear Suspension

• Steering Pump

• Fuel Tank

• Steering Wheel/Column

• Rear Body

• Engine/Transmission (No Internal Parts)

• Rear Lamps

• Rear Bumper

Additional Components:

Information Labels, Engine Under Cover, Emission System, Cooling System, Engine Oil Cooler, Center Console, Rocker/Pillars/Floor.

Page Count

Estimated Pages:

Refer to actual product for exact page count. Typically, parts catalogs are extensive.

Manual Type

Type:

Parts List Catalog

Purpose:

Identify part numbers, prices, and labor hours for repairs.

Language

Language:

English

Format

File Format:

Digital Accessibility:

PDF format allows for easy storage, retrieval, and digital searching.

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems Covered

List:

• Chassis & Body (Front Bumper, Grille, Hood, Fenders, Doors, Roof, Quarter Panels, Rear Body, Bumpers, Windshield, Back Window, Quarter Glass, Luggage Lid)

• Engine & Drivetrain (Engine, Engine Under Cover, Air Cleaner, Exhaust, Cooling System, Engine Oil Cooler, Transmission Mounts, Front Drive Axle, Fuel Tank)

• Suspension & Steering (Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Front Steering Linkage/Gear, Steering Pump, Steering Wheel/Column)

• Brakes & Wheels (ABS/Brakes, Wheel)

• Climate Control (A/C Refrigerant Capacities, A/C Heater/Ventilation)

• Interior & Safety (Instrument Panel, Center Console, Front Seat, Rear Seat, Seat Belts, Air Bag System, Cruise Control System)

• Electrical (Information Labels, Front Lamps, Rear Lamps)

Structural Components:

Front Inner Structure, Roof, Quarter Panel, Quarter Glass, Rocker/Pillars/Floor, Front Fender, Front Door.

Procedures Included

Scope:

Identification of correct part numbers for replacement, estimation of labor hours for repairs, ordering parts for DIY repairs.

Part Ordering Guidance:

Provides necessary part numbers for accurate ordering from parts suppliers.

Technical Depth

Level:

Parts identification and labor time estimation, not detailed repair procedures or diagnostic information.

Parts Diagrams Availability:

Parts catalogs typically include diagrams to illustrate part placement and relationships, aiding identification.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format

Digital Quality:

PDF - Searchable text and printable pages are standard for quality catalogs.

Searchability:

PDF format typically allows for text searching of part names and numbers.

Print Quality

Reproducibility:

High resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or sections.

Binding Type

Physical Format:

N/A (Digital PDF)

Paper Type

Physical Format:

N/A (Digital PDF)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Primary Engine

Options Covered:

The catalog covers parts for the engine(s) offered in the 1997-2005 Buick Century, primarily the 2.2L and 3.1L V6 Ecotec/3100 series.

Engine Displacement Mention:

While specific displacements aren't listed as specs, the catalog will contain parts lists for both 4-cylinder and V6 engines offered.

Performance

Horsepower Torque Data:

Not explicitly provided, but part numbers for engine components are listed.

Fuel System

Fuel System Parts Covered:

Covers parts related to fuel tank and potentially fuel delivery components, though internal engine fuel system components are not detailed.

🔧 Transmission

Standard

Transmission Types Covered:

Parts for the automatic transmission(s) used in the 1997-2005 Buick Century (e.g., 4T60-E/4T65-E).

Transmission Part Identification:

Covers parts for the automatic transmission, including seals, gaskets, and external components relevant to replacement.

Optional

Manual Transmission Availability:

Buick Century of this generation was predominantly equipped with automatic transmissions; manual transmission parts are unlikely to be covered.

Features

Transmission Mounts Covered:

Yes, includes specific part numbers for transmission mounts.

📐 Dimensions

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions Data:

While not a full service manual, 'Underhood Dimensions' are mentioned, implying some dimensional references for engine bay components.

Body Panels Covered:

Extensive coverage of all exterior body panels and associated trim.

Interior

Interior Dimensions Data:

Interior components like seats, instrument panel, and console are covered, implying access to relevant part dimensions.

Cargo

Cargo Dimensions Data:

Luggage lid and related components are covered, suggesting parts for the trunk area.

Weights

Weight Specifications Data:

Not explicitly stated, but critical for ordering correct components.

🛡️ Safety Features

Ratings

Crash Test Information:

Not included in this parts catalog, but it covers parts for the Air Bag System and ABS/Brakes.

Active Features

Active Safety Systems Covered:

ABS/Brakes, Air Bag System, Seat Belts, Cruise Control System.

Braking System Parts:

Comprehensive listing for ABS and standard brake components.

Passive Features

Passive Safety Features Covered:

Covers components for the Air Bag System, Seat Belts, and interior structural elements.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment

Infotainment System Parts:

Parts related to the instrument panel are covered, which would include components of the infotainment system.

Driver Assistance

Driver Assistance Features Covered:

Cruise Control System is explicitly mentioned.

Connectivity

Connectivity Features Covered:

Not a focus of this catalog, which is primarily mechanical and body part oriented.

🔧 Maintenance

Service Intervals

Interval Data Availability:

The catalog lists labor hours for repairs, which indirectly relates to service intervals by quantifying time required for tasks.

Fluid Specifications

Fluid Capacities Covered:

A/C Refrigerant Capacities are specifically mentioned.

Refrigerant Type:

Covers capacities for R-134a refrigerant in the A/C system.

Known Issues

Common Problem Areas:

While not a diagnostic guide, the comprehensive parts listing allows users to identify parts commonly associated with known issues of this model generation (e.g., transmission mounts, suspension components).

Common Replacement Parts:

Parts like suspension bushings, engine mounts, and exhaust components are frequently replaced on vehicles of this age and mileage.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Heritage

Buick Legacy:

Buick, established in 1903, has a long history of producing comfortable and reliable American sedans, with the Century being a staple in their lineup.

Model Evolution

Century Generations Context:

The 1997-2005 models represent the third generation of the modern Buick Century, evolving from earlier models with updated styling, powertrains, and technology.

Body Style Context:

Primarily a four-door sedan, with potential for coupe variants in earlier generations, but the 1997-2005 range is predominantly sedan.

Production

Manufacturing Locations:

Buick vehicles of this era were primarily manufactured in North America (USA, Canada, Mexico).