1997 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

21 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1997 Buick Century come from 6 brands — TERREPOWER, ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3351228.

The New section lists 11 options from ACDELCO, WAI GLOBAL, PURE ENERGY and 3 other brands — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. ACDELCO 3351228 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 10 options from TERREPOWER, ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3342423A is listed in this group.

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

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Century — 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

5 Battery parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from DEKA, ACDELCO, FVP and 1 other brand. DEKA 9A78DT carries the "Popular" badge.

The AGM (Extended Life) section lists 4 options from DEKA, ACDELCO and FVP — grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. DEKA 9A78DT is listed in this group.

The Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) section lists 1 option from FULLRIVER — grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FULLRIVER FT82578 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 9A78DT, ACDELCO 78XAGM and DEKA 9A78, plus the other parts above.

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

7 Battery Cable parts for the 1997 Buick Century come from 3 brands — DEKA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. The "Popular" part is DEKA 00303.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 00303, DEKA 00332 and DEKA 00310, plus the other parts above.

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

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Century — DEKA 00351.

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

2 Battery Terminal Protector parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from DORMAN and GM GENUINE.

This group includes DORMAN 60300 and GM GENUINE 19119011.

This table covers the body-control modules that run lighting, locks and wipers. Read more

4 Body Control Module (BCM) parts for the 1997 Buick Century come from 3 brands — CARDONE, BSE and GM GENUINE.

This group includes BSE EM8664, CARDONE 735591 and CARDONE 735592 and the remaining parts above.

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

4 Circuit Breaker parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from BUSSMANN, GM GENUINE, LITTELFUSE and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: BUSSMANN UCB30 and GM GENUINE 12077863, plus the other parts above.

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

8 Flasher parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS, CEC INDUSTRIES and 1 other brand. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL1 and CEC INDUSTRIES EF28, plus the other 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

29 Fuse parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. BUSSMANN ATM10 carries the "Popular" badge. 10 Amp, 15 Amp, 2 Amp, 20 Amp, 25 Amp, 30 Amp, 40 Amp, 60 Amp and 7.5 Amp are all represented, and 10 Amp alone accounts for 5 parts.

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

16 Horn parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from FIAMM, GM GENUINE, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. FIAMM 72112 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Accessory Replacement grade, FIAMM supplies 6 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Accessory Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FIAMM 72112.

The Standard Replacement section lists 10 options from FIAMM, GM GENUINE, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. FIAMM 7200223 is listed in this group.

This table covers the replacement shells for the key fob. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 13608.

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

4 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from ACDELCO and CARDONE.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 21811793, ACDELCO 21813189 and CARDONE 778178F, plus the other parts above.

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

20 Speed Sensor parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Century, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DORMAN, HOLSTEIN and 9 other brands. BWD/NIEHOFF S8206 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, DORMAN, HOLSTEIN, BWD/NIEHOFF and 3 other brands supply 8 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is BWD/NIEHOFF S8206.

In the Full Service Kit grade, WALKER PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WALKER PRODUCTS 24091000.

The Standard Replacement section: 11 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI, WELLS and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 2134666 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Speed Sensor Reluctor Thrust washers. Read more

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Century — GM GENUINE 24230403.

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

This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 10475299.

This table covers the Starter bolts. Read more

2 Starter Bolt parts for the 1997 Buick Century come from 2 brands — DORMAN and GM GENUINE.

This group includes DORMAN 72004 and GM GENUINE 11610633.

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

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Century — WELLS 2K1261.

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

14 Starter Motor parts for the 1997 Buick Century come from 8 brands — ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, FVP and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3371128.

The New section: 8 options from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, BOSCH and 5 other brands. ACDELCO 3371128 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section: 6 options from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 3361921A is listed in this group.

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

One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Century — WELLS 1V1056.