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2006–2011
The Cadillac DTS, produced from 2006 to 2011, was a full-size luxury sedan that carried on the tradition of American luxury with a modern touch. This generation of the DTS featured a refined and stately design, characterized by its bold front grille, chrome accents, and Cadillac’s distinctive styling elements. The interior was a showcase of luxury, offering spacious seating for five passengers, premium leather upholstery, wood trim, and an array of high-tech amenities, including a navigation system and a high-quality sound system. Cadillac strongly emphasized comfort, ensuring that the DTS provided a smooth and plush ride, making it ideal for long-distance cruising. The DTS was available in various trim levels, offering a range of features and options to cater to different luxury preferences. Front-wheel drive was the standard configuration, and the sedan boasted a spacious and well-appointed cabin with generous legroom for rear-seat passengers. Safety features included stability control, antilock brakes, and multiple airbags. The 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS continued the brand’s legacy of American luxury and comfort, appealing to buyers who appreciated a traditional luxury sedan with modern conveniences.
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Specifications
Cadillac DTS specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 4.6L 8-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: DEXOS-1
- Drain plug torque: 15 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 7.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 4.6L 8-Cylinder: 0.052″‘
Coolant
- Type: 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Hydraulic Brake System
- Type: DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 88862806, in Canada 88862807)
Windshield Washer
- Type: Optikleen® Washer Solvent.
Parking Brake Cable Guides
- Type: Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirement of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB
Power Steering System
- Type: GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 89021184, in Canada 89021186).
Automatic Transmission
- Type: DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders
- Type: Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474)
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl
- Type: Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door Hinges
- Type: Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474)
Weatherstrip Conditioning
- Type: Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 992887).
Powertrain
Engine
- 4.6 L Northstar LD8 V8
- 4.6 L Northstar L37 V8
Transmission
- 4-speed 4T80 automatic
Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings
Lights
Front Lights
- Cornering Light Bulb
- 3157-SCK
- 3157KX
- Daytime Running Light Bulb:
- 3157-SCK
- 5702AK
- Front Fog Light Bulb: 9055
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 157-SCK
- 5702AK
- High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb HID-D1S
- Stepwell Light Bulb: 194
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light BulbNot Available: LED
- Brake Light Bulb: LED
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
- License Plate Light Bulb: 194
- Parking Light Bulb: 2825L
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: LED
- Tail Light Bulb: LED
Interior Lights
- Auto Trans Indicator Light Bulb: 74
- Engine Compartment Light Bulb: 561
- Glove Box Light Bulb: 194
- Interior Door Light Bulb: 214-2
- Trunk Light Bulb: 211-2
- Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 37