Buick 2004 Century Automobile User Manual


 
Getting to Know Your 2004 Century
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Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has the following posi-
tions: two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left). These positions
allow you to signal a turn or lane
change. To signal a lane change, raise
or lower the lever until the arrow starts
to flash. The lever will return by itself
when released.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the
way up or down. A chime will sound if
you leave the turn signal on for more
than 3/4 mile (1.2 km).
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
To change your headlamps from low
beams to high beams, or high to low,
pull the multifunction lever all the way
toward you, then release it. When the
Daytime Running Lamps/
Automatic Headlamp Control
Daytime Running Lamps are an addi-
tional safety feature that makes it easier
for others to see your vehicle during the
day. The headlamp system works auto-
matically to help provide the right
amount of lighting at all times of the day
or night. You can still turn your head-
lamps on manually whenever you wish.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Delayed Headlamp Illumination
If the Automatic Headlamp Control sys-
tem turns on your headlamps, they will
stay on for 90 seconds after you turn off
the ignition. Delayed Headlamp
Illumination provides lighting when exit-
ing your car and the lamps shut off auto-
matically. This feature can be turned off
by following the instructions in your
Owner Manual.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
located on the left side of the steering
column controls these features:
•Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
Flash-to-Pass
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Washers
Cruise Control