Buick (1970-1979): 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.

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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.

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1970 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series (2 Volume Set)

Official factory workshop manual (reprint, 2 volumes) for maintenance and repair of the 1970 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Electra, Estate Wagon, GS, GS 455, LeSabre, Riviera, Skylark, Sportwagon and Wildcat.

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: DPRGM-24-70SM.

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1971 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1971 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Centurion, Electra, Estate Wagon, GS, GS 455, LeSabre, Riviera, Skylark and Sportwagon.

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: 71BUICKSM.

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1972 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1972 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Centurion, Electra, Estate Wagon, GS, GS 455, LeSabre, Riviera, Skylark and Sportwagon.

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: 72BUICKSM.

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1973 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1973 Buick Chassis Service Manual.

Models: Apollo, Centurion, Century, 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: 73BUICKSM.

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1974 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1974 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Apollo, Century, 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: 74BUICKSM.

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1975 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1975 Buick passenger cars.

Models: Apollo, 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: 75BUICKSM.

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1976 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1976 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: 76BUICKSM.

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1977 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1977 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: 77BUICKSM.

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1978 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1978 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: 78BUICKSM.

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1979 Buick - Chassis Service Manual - All Series

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1979 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: 79BUICKSM.

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