CADILLAC XTS
First Generation / XTS / 2013-2017 / Full-size Sedan / Full-size luxury sedan / Sedan
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Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
2013 CADILLAC XTS LFW/LF3 (FMV)
FMV / LFW, LF3 / The 2013 Cadillac XTS was available primarily with two V6 engines: a naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 (engine code LFW) producing around 304 hp in North America, and a supercharged 3.6L V6 (engine code LF3) producing 410 hp on select trims. Chinese market versions mostly featured the naturally aspirated 3.0L V6 (engine code LF1) in earlier years but 2013 models globally centered on the 3.6L options.
2014 CADILLAC XTS LFW/LF3 (XTS)
XTS / LFW, LF3 / Two main engine options globally: 3.6L V6 (LFW) naturally aspirated and 3.6L V6 twin-turbo (LF3) for higher trims and some markets.
2017 CADILLAC XTS LF1/LFW (GMX349)
GMX349 / LF1, LFW / 2017 Cadillac XTS featured primarily two V6 engines: the LF1 3.6L naturally aspirated V6 used in base trims with 304 hp, and the LFW twin-turbocharged 3.6L V6 in the V-Sport trim producing 410 hp. Chinese market models primarily used the LF1 engine.
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | technical-profile | LFW, LF3 | 3.6 liters | Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection |
| 2014 | technical-profile | LFW, LF3 | 3.6L (3,564 cc) | Direct injection |
| 2017 | technical-profile | LF1, LFW | 3.6 L | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LFW, LF3 | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or equivalent GM Dexos1 specification | 6.9 quarts (service fill including filter) | DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid |
| 2014 | LFW, LF3 | Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) including filter, service fill | GM Dexron VI or equivalent |
| 2017 | LF1, LFW | Synthetic 5W-30 meeting GM dexos1 Gen 2 specifications | Approx. 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including filter; engine oil service fill and filter change recommended | GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid |
Technical specifications
- Engines: LFW, LF3, LF1
- Transmissions: None available, 6-speed Hydra-Matic 6T70 automatic, DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid, Not available, 6-speed automatic (6T70 or 6T75 Hydra-Matic, depending on engine and market), GM Dexron VI or equivalent, Not available on 2017 XTS, 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode (base and V-Sport)
- Tire sizes: 235/55R18, 255/45R20, 235/50R19, 235/50R18, 245/45R19, 245/40R20, 245/45R20 (V-Sport)
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 synthetic or equivalent GM Dexos1 specification / Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended / Synthetic 5W-30 meeting GM dexos1 Gen 2 specifications
- Transmission fluid: DEXRON VI automatic transmission fluid / GM Dexron VI or equivalent / GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
- Coolant: Approximately 14 liters (system fill) / Approximately 11 liters (varies by market and engine) / Approx. 11.6 liters (12.3 quarts)
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4, per manufacturer recommendation / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent) / DOT 4
Known problems
- Timing chain noise in high-mileage examples
- Water pump leaks
- Electrical gremlins in early production
- Timing chain noise on high mileage V6
- Turbo wastegate issues on LF3 twin-turbo variant in some climates
- Premature wear on front suspension components
- Intermittent electronic issues with infotainment system