Service and repair manuals for 24 model years of the Buick Century, 1982 to 2005. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Buick published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 2.8L V6 — OHV · 3.0L V6 — OHV · 2.5L I4 — 151 cu in, OHV · 4.3L V6 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — 232 cu in, OHV · 3.3L V6 — OHV · 3.1L V6 — OHV · 2.2L I4 — 134 cu in, OHV.
Federal safety record, all years: 39 recalls, 2,392 owner complaints and 1,546 technical service bulletins are logged for the Century. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Century year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6 | Special Edition Sedan 4-Door · Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2004 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.1L V6 | Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6; 2.2L I4 | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Special Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Special Wagon 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.1L V6; 2.2L I4 | Special Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Special Wagon 4-Door · Custom Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.2L I4; 3.1L V6 | Special Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Special Wagon 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.2L I4; 3.3L V6; 3.1L V6 | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Special Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Special Wagon 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.3L V6; 2.5L I4; 3.1L V6 | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Special Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.3L V6; 2.5L I4; 3.1L V6 | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Special Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.3L V6; 2.5L I4; 3.1L V6 | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Custom Coupe 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.3L V6; 2.5L I4; 3.1L V6; 2.8L V6 | Estate Wagon Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Custom Coupe 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.8L V6; 3.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Estate Wagon Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Custom Coupe 2-Door +4 | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.8L V6; 3.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Estate Wagon Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · Custom Coupe 2-Door +4 | details → |
| 1986 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.8L V6; 3.8L V6; 2.5L I4 | Estate Wagon Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · T-Type Coupe 2-Door +6 | details → |
| 1985 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.8L V6; 3.8L V6; 3.0L V6; 2.5L I4; 4.3L V6 | Estate Wagon Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door · T-Type Coupe 2-Door +6 | details → |
| 1984 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.8L V6; 3.0L V6; 2.5L I4; 4.3L V6; 2.8L V6 | Estate Wagon 4-Door · Olympia Limited Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 1983 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.8L V6; 3.0L V6; 2.5L I4; 4.3L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · T-Type Coupe 2-Door · Custom Coupe 2-Door · T-Type Sedan 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 1982 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.8L V6; 3.0L V6; 2.5L I4; 4.3L V6 | Custom Coupe 2-Door · Limited Coupe 2-Door · Custom Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2005 Century manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 356
- General Information 1,813
- Accessories & Equipment 2,896
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 329
- Body & Frame 1,397
- Brakes 645
- Restraints 203
- Drivelines & Axles 20
- Steering 174
- Electrical 1,234
- Suspension 181
- Engine Mechanical 459
- Transmission 1,317
- Engine Performance 1,753
- Axle Nut/Hub Nut 118
- Oil Pressure 60
- Pa) at 1,850
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Century manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Century manual
Which Century years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 2005 — 24 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Buick Century manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Buick published for the Century, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Century wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Century manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Century recalls?
39 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–2005 Century, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Buick dealers.
Why do some Century years cost more?
Every Century year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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