1996 Buick Century Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

9 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 1996 Buick Century, from BOSCH, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 2 other brands. WAI GLOBAL 81657N5G carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL, BOSCH, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands supply 5 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 81657N5G.

In the Remanufactured grade, PURE ENERGY, BOSCH, REMY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 8116507.

Part numbers include WAI GLOBAL 81657N5G, BOSCH AL8592N and PURE ENERGY 8116507N, among others listed above.

This table covers the holders that carry the alternator brushes. Read more

One part is listed for the 1996 Buick Century — WELLS 5A1040.

This table covers the rectifier diode packs in the alternator. Read more

One part is listed for the 1996 Buick Century — WELLS 2D3006.

This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

This group shows a single part: ACDELCO 203FF.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

2 Battery parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 2 brands — BOSCH and FULLRIVER.

In the AGM (Extended Life) grade, BOSCH supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BOSCH S675DT.

In the Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) grade, FULLRIVER supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FULLRIVER FT61047.

Listed part numbers: BOSCH S675DT and FULLRIVER FT61047.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

5 Battery Cable parts are listed for the 1996 Buick Century, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DEKA and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A404DA carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A404DA, DEKA 00310 and DEKA 00876, among others listed above.

This table covers the clamps and brackets that secure the battery. Read more

One part is listed for the 1996 Buick Century — DORMAN 390030.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 2 brands — DEKA and GM GENUINE.

This group includes DEKA 00351 and GM GENUINE PT3731.

This table covers the covers that protect battery terminals. Read more

2 Battery Terminal Protector parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 2 brands — DORMAN and GM GENUINE.

This group includes DORMAN 60300 and GM GENUINE 19119011.

This table covers the resettable circuit breakers in this vehicle's electrical system. Read more

3 Circuit Breaker parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 3 brands — BUSSMANN, LITTELFUSE and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

This group includes BUSSMANN UCB30 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BR34 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Cruise control modules. Read more

One part is listed for the 1996 Buick Century — BSE CM4013.

This table covers the engine-control modules that run fuel, spark and emissions. Read more

ACDELCO supplies both parts for the 1996 Buick Century.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 16215830 and ACDELCO 88963799.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

7 Flasher parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 4 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, TRIDON / NOVITA, WELLS and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN 552.

This group includes BUSSMANN 552, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL1 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

15 Fuse parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATC15.

In the 10 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC10.

The 15 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC15 is listed in this group.

The 20 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE ATO20 is listed in this group.

In the 25 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "25 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC25.

In the 5 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "5 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC5.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

16 Horn parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 5 brands — FIAMM, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FIAMM 72112.

The Accessory Replacement section lists 6 options from FIAMM — grouped under the catalog's "Accessory Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FIAMM 72112 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, FIAMM, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACDELCO and 2 other brands supply 10 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is FIAMM 7200223.

This table covers the powertrain-control modules that run engine and transmission. Read more

This group shows a single part: CARDONE 775830F.

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

4 Speed Sensor parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 4 brands — DORMAN, ULTRA-POWER, WALKER PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.

The Economy section lists 2 options from DORMAN and ULTRA-POWER — the catalog's value-priced group. DORMAN 917630 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from WALKER PRODUCTS and WELLS. A representative part number is WALKER PRODUCTS 2401001.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 917630, ULTRA-POWER SC10 and WALKER PRODUCTS 2401001, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Speed Sensor. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

One part is listed for the 1996 Buick Century — GM GENUINE 10054241.

This table covers the Starter bolts. Read more

2 Starter Bolt parts are listed for the 1996 Buick Century, from DORMAN and GM GENUINE.

Part numbers include DORMAN 72004 and GM GENUINE 11610633.

This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear. Read more

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SDN312.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

12 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 1996 Buick Century, from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 5 other brands. ACDELCO 3371007 carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 6 parts, from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, BOSCH and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3371007.

Remanufactured: 6 parts, from ACDELCO, DENSO, FVP and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361916A.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

3 Starter Solenoid parts are listed for the 1996 Buick Century, from WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS418, WELLS 1M1028A and WELLS 1M1028.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

2 Voltage Regulator parts for the 1996 Buick Century come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR472 and WELLS 1V1055.

This table covers the Wiring Harness clips. Read more

GM GENUINE supplies the 3 Wiring Harness Clip parts for the 1996 Buick Century.

Part numbers include GM GENUINE 12337820, GM GENUINE 1839906 and GM GENUINE 5297428.