2011 Cadillac DTS Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2011 Cadillac DTS oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2011 Cadillac DTS, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2011 Cadillac DTS oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cylinder [6] LD8 7 | 7.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 12731179 |
| 4.6L 8-cylinder [S] L37 S | 7.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 12731179 |
| 4.6L 8-cylinder [Y] Y | 7.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 12731179 |
Select Your 2011 Cadillac DTS Engine Option
4.6L 8-cylinder Engine Code [6] LD8 7
2011 Cadillac DTS 4.6L 8-cylinder [6] LD8 7 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
7.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
This specification has been updated from the Dexos 1 Gen 2 standard to the newer General Motors (GM) Dexos 1 Gen 3 standard.
4.6L 8-cylinder Engine Code [S] L37 S
2011 Cadillac DTS 4.6L 8-cylinder [S] L37 S oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
7.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
This specification has been updated from the Dexos 1 Gen 2 standard to the newer General Motors (GM) Dexos 1 Gen 3 standard.
4.6L 8-cylinder Engine Code [Y] Y
2011 Cadillac DTS 4.6L 8-cylinder [Y] Y oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
7.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
This specification has been updated from the original Dexos 1 (Dexos:2010) standard to the newer Dexos1 Gen 2 (Dexos:2015) standard.