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Center (Drag) Link Replacement Service

How much does a Center (Drag) Link Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Buick Century Center (Drag) Link Replacement is $272 with $177 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1984 Buick CenturyV6-2.8LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$501.79Shop/Dealer Price$608.49 - $906.09
1992 Buick CenturyL4-2.5LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$552.13Shop/Dealer Price$676.43 - $1026.80
1995 Buick CenturyL4-2.2LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$481.79Shop/Dealer Price$588.51 - $886.12
1989 Buick CenturyL4-2.5LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$552.13Shop/Dealer Price$676.41 - $1026.76
1980 Buick CenturyV6-3.8L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$552.13Shop/Dealer Price$676.45 - $1026.83
1985 Buick CenturyV6-2.8LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$481.79Shop/Dealer Price$588.51 - $886.12
2001 Buick CenturyV6-3.1LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$557.13Shop/Dealer Price$681.30 - $1031.56
1982 Buick CenturyV6-2.8LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$486.79Shop/Dealer Price$593.74 - $891.54
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What is the Center (Drag) Link all about?

The center link, also known as a drag link, converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel of a vehicle into the corresponding direction of the wheels when turning. You can find the drag link connected to the pitman arm, which attaches to the steering column. The other end of the drag link connects to the steering arm and eventually to the tie rods, which play a major part in pivoting the wheels that steer the vehicle.

In some vehicles, the drag link connects directly to the tie rod assembly via a ball joint instead of to a steering arm. Drag links come in either a solid single-piece or as an adjustable design.

Keep in mind:

  • In addition to the drag link, our expert mechanic will also check the ball joints connecting the drag link to the pitman arm and the steering arm or tie rod assembly for wear or cracking.
  • Many drag links feature replaceable ends so you do not have to replace the whole part.
  • One of our expert mechanics will also inspect the shocks and struts when checking the drag link to make sure these parts remain in good shape.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle front wheels are turned straight and the vehicle is lifted and supported on jack stands
  • The defective center drag link is removed
  • The new center drag link is installed
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands
  • The vehicle is road tested and checked for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

By following your vehicle's regular maintenance schedule, you should have the linkage beneath the vehicle, including the drag link, inspected whenever you have the vehicle lubed. Most often, though, today's ball joints, tie rods, and other parts are sealed and require little to no maintenance. In this case, have one of our expert mechanics inspect the drag link when performing a tire rotation or change, a vehicle alignment, or whenever your vehicle displays symptoms that might indicate a problem is developing with the drag link or any of its related components.

When inspecting the drag link, the mechanic will look for any excessive play, a strong indicator that the part needs replacing.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Center (Drag) Link?

  • Vibration while driving
  • Wobbling while driving

How important is this service?

The drag link is an important component in the operation of your vehicle. A faulty drag link can cause your vehicle to vibrate or wobble while driving, affecting the handling, stability, and alignment of the vehicle, making it more difficult to drive. If the faulty drag link is not replaced, the vehicle will eventually become inoperable.

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David

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David
28 years of experience
Buick Century V6-3.1L - Brake Pads Replacement (Rear) - San Diego, California
David was both prompt arriving on time, polite calling ahead to let me know when he would arrive, and able to quickly recognize and correct repairs that had been done incorrectly by another professional mechanic, Bravo David good job..

Robert

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Robert
18 years of experience
Buick Century V6-3.3L - Starter - Stone Mountain, Georgia
Mr. Parks A person with the experience that knows how to get the job done. And I thank him very much for putting my starter in my 1990 buick century in a timely manner THANKS AGAIN.....

Joshua

27 years of experience
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Joshua
27 years of experience
Buick Century V6-3.1L - Exhaust Gas Recirculation/EGR Valve - Vallejo, California
Thank you Joshua. You sure know what you're doing. The job was completed in a timely manner. Very professional. Your diagnosis and repairs did the job. My mom's car passed smog and is now on the road again. I will be contacting you regarding my 1992 Toyota Pick-up. Thanks again so much.

Ruben

17 years of experience
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Ruben
17 years of experience
Buick Century V6-3.1L - Car is hard to shift - Greensboro, North Carolina
He was nice and professional. I wish he had a obd2 scanner with bi directional capabilities. I wanted to check the computer input values

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