2016 Cadillac CTS Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2016 Cadillac CTS oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2016 Cadillac CTS, 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 2016 Cadillac CTS oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [X] LTG X Turbo | 5 quarts (with filter) RWD 6 quarts (with filter) AWD | SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
| 3.6L 6-cylinder [8] LF3 8 Turbo | 7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
| 3.6L 6-cylinder [S] LGX S | 6.5 quarts (with filter) AWD 6 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
| 6.2L 8-cylinder [6] LT4 6 | 10 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
Select Your 2016 Cadillac CTS Engine Option
2016 Cadillac CTS 2.0L 4-cylinder [X] LTG X Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
6 quarts. (with filter). For All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 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.
2016 Cadillac CTS 3.6L 6-cylinder [8] LF3 8 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 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.
2016 Cadillac CTS 3.6L 6-cylinder [S] LGX S oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
6.5 quarts. (with filter). For All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
6 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
10.6 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 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.
2016 Cadillac CTS 6.2L 8-cylinder [6] LT4 6 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOC3
Oil Capacity:
10 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) - The viscosities listed are for regular street driving. For competition or track use, you should use Dexos2 SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 oil. Remember to change the oil back to Dexos1 SAE 5W-30 after the track event.
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - The viscosities listed are for regular street driving. For competition or track use, you should use Dexos2 SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 oil. Remember to change the oil back to Dexos1 SAE 5W-30 after the track event.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 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.