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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

CADILLAC DTS 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