Buick (1980-2005): service and repair manuals

Buick / Oldsmobile / Pontiac - Full-size RWD (1975-1990) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for the rear wheel driven General Motors models:
- Buick Electra, LeSabre and Estate Wagon
- Oldsmobile Delta 88, Ninety Eight and Custom Cruiser
- Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, Grand Ville, Parisienne and Safari.

Model years: 1975-1990.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models.

This Chilton manual for the GM Full-size models from 1975-1990 covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling system, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.

• Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
• Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
• Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.

Product details

Details:	560 pages, 27.5 x 20.5 x 1.8 cm / 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.71 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:	Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 2001)
Series:	Chilton Auto Repair Manual (28240)
ISBN:	9780801985843

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Buick / Oldsmobile / Pontiac FWD - H Body (1985-2005) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for the General Motors H Body models with front wheel drive:
- Buick LeSabre, Electra, Park Avenue (1985-2005)
- Oldsmobile Eighty Eight, Delta 88, Royale, Ninety Eight, LSS and Regency (1985-2002)
- Pontiac Bonneville (1985-2005).

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models.

This Chilton manual for the GM H Body passenger cars with front wheel drive covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling system, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.

• Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
• Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
• Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.

Product details

Author:	Christine L Sheeky, Mike Stubblefield
Details:	256 pages, 27.5 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.8 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:	Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 2008)
Series:	Chilton Auto Repair Manual (28200)
ISBN:	9781563926273

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Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiac Full-size models - Rear-wheel drive (1970-1990) - 3.8L V6, 4.1L V6 and all V8 gasoline engines | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the:
- Buick Electra (1970-1984), Estate (1970-1990), Le Sabre (1970-1985), Limited (1974-1979)
- Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (1970-1990), Delta 88 (1970-1985), Delta 88 Brougham (1980-1985), Delta 88 Royale (1970-1985), Ninety-eight Luxury (1970-1981), Ninety-eight Regency (1973-1981), Ninety-eight Regency Brougham (1982-1984)
- Pontiac Bonneville (1970-1981), Bonneville Brougham (1970-1981), Catalina (1970-1981), Grandville (1970-1975) and Parisienne (1983-1986).

Gasoline engines: 3.76- And 4.1 litre V6 + all V8 gasoline engines.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the models with diesel engine, front wheel drive, turbo or the 4.3 litre V6.

This Haynes manual for Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac Full-size models with rear wheel drive describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
• Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

Product details

Author:	Ken Freund, J. H. Haynes
Details:	272 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1988)
Series:	Haynes Auto Repair Manual (19025)
ISBN:	9781563922473

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Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiac Full-size models - Front-wheel drive (1985-2005) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the General Motors C- and H-Series with front wheel drive:
- Buick LeSabre, Electra (1985-1990), Park Avenue
- Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale, Ninety Eight, Regency
- Pontiac Bonneville (1985-2005).

Gasoline engines: 3.0 (E/L) and 3.8 (B+3, C, L, K).

Model years: 1985-2005.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel or supercharger engines, nor the versions with rear wheel drive.

This Haynes manual for Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac Full-size models with front wheel drive describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
• Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

Product details

Author:	Mike Stubblefield, John H Haynes
Details:	320 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 2006)
Series:	Haynes Auto Repair Manual (19020)
ISBN:	9781563926259

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1980 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All series except Skylark

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1980 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera and Skyhawk.

Does not cover the Buick Skylark.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 80BUICKSM.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	1574 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 7.6 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.99 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418663

1981 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All series except Skylark

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1981 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Regal and Riviera.

Does not cover the Buick Skylark.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 81BUICKSM.

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Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	1478 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 7.1 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.8 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418670

1982 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - Regal, LeSabre, Electra, Riviera

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1982 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Regal and Riviera.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 82BUICKSM.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	1368 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 6.6 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.6 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418687

1983 Buick - Chassis Service Manual (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1983 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk and Skylark.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 83BUICKSM.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	3100 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 15 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 5.91 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418694

1984 Buick - Chassis Service Manual (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1984 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk and Skylark.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 84BUICKSM.

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Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	3114 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 15 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 5.91 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418700

1985 Buick - Chassis Service Manual (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1985 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk and Skylark.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 85BUICKSM.

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Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	3938 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 19 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 7.48 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418717

1986 Buick - Chassis Service Manual (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1986 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk, Skylark and Somerset.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 86BUICKSM.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	4152 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 20 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 7.87 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418724

1986 General Motors - Body Service Manual - Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac Passenger Cars

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the bodies of 1986 General Motors passenger cars.

Models:
- Buick Century, Electra, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk, Skylark, Somerset
- Cadillac Cimarron, Commercial Chassis, DeVille, Eldorado, Fleetwood, Seville
- Oldsmobile 98, Calais, Custom Cruiser, Cutlass, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Supreme, Delta 88, Firenza, Toronado.

Covers only the body (not the rest of the vehicle): welded components, bumpers, bonnet, fenders, doors, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, dashboard, interior trim, interior lamps.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the GM dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 20499882.

Product details

Author:	Fisher Body Division, General Motors Corporation
Details:	1062 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5.1 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.01 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781791412661

1987 Buick - Chassis Service Manual (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1987 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Century, Electra, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk, Skylark and Somerset.

Covers the mechanical components:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator)

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 87BUICKSM.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	6626 pages, 32 x 28 x 21.6 cm / 12.6 x 11 x 8.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:	9781791418731

1987 General Motors - Body Service Manual - Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac Passenger Cars

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the car bodies of 1987 General Motors passenger cars.

Models:
- Buick Century, Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Regal, Riviera, Skyhawk, Skylark, Somerset
- Cadillac Allante, Brougham, Cimarron, Commercial Chassis, DeVille, Eldorado, Fleetwood, Seville
- Oldsmobile 98, Calais, Custom Cruiser, Cutlass, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Salon, Cutlass Supreme, Delta 88, Firenza, Toronado

Covers only the body (not the rest of the vehicle): welded components, bumpers, bonnet, fenders, doors, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, dashboard, interior trim, interior lamps.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the GM dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: 20499894.

Product details

Author:	Buick Motor Division, GM Corporation
Details:	1104 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5.3 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.09 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781791412678

1988 General Motors - Body Service Manual - Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac Passenger Cars

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the car bodies of 1988 General Motors passenger cars.

Models:
- Buick Century, Electra, LeSabre, Riviera, Skyhawk, Skylark
- Cadillac Brougham, Cimarron, Commercial Chassis, DeVille, Eldorado, Fleetwood, Seville
- Oldsmobile 98, Custom Cruiser, Cutlass, Cutlass Calais, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Delta 88, Firenza, Toronado.

Covers only the body (not the rest of the vehicle): welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by General Motors.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Buick dealership workshop at the time. GM reference: ST335-88.

Product details

Author:	Fisher Body Division, General Motors Corporation
Details:	1086 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5.2 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.05 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781791412685