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#428 of 482 Replace R headlight on 1998 Buick Century by skeltonbm

Dec 12, 2006 (11:00 am)

I need to replace the right headlight on my 1998 Buick century. Actually I need to replace the bumper, right fender and a ton of other things too (car wreck ), but thats besides the point. My question is, what other Buicks can I get parts from? I've been looking on ebay for headlights and a lot of them say "Regal/Buick right headlight" etc. Specifically, I was wondering if I could use a 2003 LeSabre headlight. Also, if anyone knows of a website that lists parts that can be swapped out, that would be great as well. Thank you.

#429 of 482 Re: Replace R headlight on 1998 Buick Century [skeltonbm] by yurakm

Dec 12, 2006 (1:40 pm)

Replying to: skeltonbm (Dec 12, 2006 11:00 am)
http://gmpartsdirect.com/partsvoice/ ?

#430 of 482 Re: Replace R headlight on 1998 Buick Century [skeltonbm] by tsu670

Dec 17, 2006 (11:56 am)

Replying to: skeltonbm (Dec 12, 2006 11:00 am)
The headlights need to come from other Century/Regal models. I do not believe the LeSabre headlight would work. The good news is the Century/Regal headlights are easy to install and often readily available at reasonable prices on eBay.

#431 of 482 Re: Replace R headlight on 1998 Buick Century [skeltonbm] by cdawley

Mar 16, 2007 (7:48 pm)

Replying to: skeltonbm (Dec 12, 2006 11:00 am)
The headlights need to come from Regal/Buick models. You can use any headlights on that car from the years 1997-2005, as well as parts. I just bought one for my 97 Century for the driver's side from Ebay. Depending on where you live, you may be able to find a salvage yard that you can get parts from.

#432 of 482 1997 Buick Century low beams not working by cdawley

Mar 16, 2007 (7:51 pm)

I have a 1997 Century. The low beams don't work. I replaced the bulbs and it didn't work. I traced the wiring back to the underhood box and it appears that they are good. Fuses good. Not sure if switch is bad. is there a way to test the switch? High beams work, blinkers work, windshield wipers work. Haven't tried cruise control yet.

#433 of 482 Re: Used Century - recommendations? [barnee61] by angelo627

Apr 28, 2007 (10:41 am)

Replying to: barnee61 (Jan 03, 2006 12:55 pm)
I will be looking at a 2003 Buick Century this week. The car has 58,000 and the dealer is asking $6995. I am concerned about the engine problems you mention. Is there a way to check visually if there is a problem with the gaskets?

#434 of 482 2003 Buick Century by angelo627

Apr 30, 2007 (1:06 pm)

I will be looking at a 2003 Buick Century with 59,000 miles this week. I have heard that the 3100 has a know problem with the Intake and Head Gaskets. I had a 1999 Malibu and had to replace both with cost over $2000.00. Is there a way to check if these gaskets are starting to go?

#435 of 482 Low Coolant Light on 1999 Century by rogdog

Jul 18, 2007 (11:31 am)

I've searched this Forum but did not see an exact duplicate of the problem I am having. I had a Low Coolant light that was coming on and going off randomly. Had my dealer top off the Coolant and it was ok for a few weeks. Then it started again. The Temp gauge has never gone over half way and the engine has never seemed overly hot. Heater seems OK. I filled the overflow bottle again and it was ok for awhile. Then I found out about the Bleed valves in the cooling system. Followed directions and topped off the Radiator cap tube. (All with Dex-Cool). Now Low coolant light comes on every time when engine is cold and goes off after engine warms up. Overflow tank is fine and, (after Engine cools), removing radiator cap, coolant is up to base of neck as called for. Any ideas as to what is going on here?

#436 of 482 Re: Low Coolant Light on 1999 Century [rogdog] by buicklover

Jul 18, 2007 (11:43 am)

Replying to: rogdog (Jul 18, 2007 11:31 am)
I've had this same problem with other vehicles that had the same engine. I would have the dealer/repair facility look at the intake gaskets. You may be able to see a leak if you lift the hood and look under the air intake hose (air filter assembly hose that runs to the engine), on top of the transmission, you may see a small puddle of coolant. That's how I noticed mine. This is a very common problem with the 3.1 and 3.4L V6 motors. If you have 100k and it hasn't been replaced, you're lucky!

#437 of 482 94 century anti lock? by noodlesknowles

Jul 26, 2007 (2:30 pm)

I have a 94 buick century, the anti lock light is constantly on, it doesn't really effect anything, except it annoys the crap out of me. I took it to a mechanic, they don't know what is wrong. anyone have this same problem? could the sensor just be broken? it happened to my girls malibu and they said it was a sensor that was bad, wanted to charge too much to fix it so we let it go, is this common in high mileage GM vehicle? anyway anyone know how to disconnect the light at least? do I just have to take apart my dash, thanks for any help in advance

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