1998 Buick Century Owner's Manual - Page 339

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer's service department or other qualijied service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed once. at Proper procedures to perform these servicesmay be found in a service manual. See "Serviceand Owner Publications'' in the Index. cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See "Engine Exhaust'' in the Index. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside the of radiator and air conditioning condenser. help ensure To proper operation, a pressure of the cooling system and test pressure cap is recommended at least once a year. Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspensionand steering system for damaged, loose ormissing parts, signsof wear or lackof lubrication. Inspectthe power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals fordamage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replac any components that have high effort or excessive Do wear. not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotorsfor surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings wear and for cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment.You may need to have your brakes inspected more oftenif your driving habits conditions or result in frequent braking. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect thecomplete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system.Look for broken,damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could 7-17