1996 Buick Century Owner's Manual

Things that burn can get on hot engine parts andstart a fire. These include liquids like gasoline,oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer andother fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or otherscould be burned. Be careful not to drop or spillthings that will burn onto a hot engine.Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler capsare on properly.Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood andreturn the prop to its retainer. Then just let the hooddown and close it firmly.Underhood LampYour underhood lamp is designed to come on wheneveryou raise the hood.Engine OilIt's a good idea to check your engine oil every time youget fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil mustbe warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes todrain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstickmight not show the actual level.Checking Engine OilPull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,keeping the tip down, and check the level.6-10