2005 Buick Century BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Cellular Communication Component Views

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Fig 1: OnStar System Components
GM823641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
1 Headliner Wiring Harness
2 Cellular Telephone Microphone
3 OnStar Button Assembly
4 Cellular Telephone Antenna
5 Navigation Antenna
6 Vehicle Communications Interface Module (VCIM)
7 Body Wiring Harness
Fig 2: Left Side of the Luggage Compartment Components
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Callout Component Name
1 Body Wiring Harness
2 Vehicle Communications Interface Module (VCIM)
3 Cellular Telephone Antenna Connection
4 Vehicle Communications Interface Module (VCIM) C1, C2
5 Navigation Antenna Connection
Fig 3: Left Side Of Rear Window Shelf Components
GM885618Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
1 Cellular Antenna Connector (UE1)
2 C404 (UE1)
3 Body Wiring Harness
4 C403 (UE1)
5 Navigation Antenna Connector (UE1)
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.