How to replace the engine oil and oil filter on Cadillac DTS?

The first step to replace engine oil and Oil Filter begins with raising the vehicle and supporting it. Put the oil drain pan under the engine oil Drain Plug before removing the plug. The Drain Plug requires cleaning as well as inspection before new replacement and the Oil Pan sealing surface must be checked for damage so the pan may get replaced if damaged. Remove the Oil Filter and prepare its sealing area around the adapter by either maintenance or replacement. The new Oil Filter needs oil filling prior to application while gently smearing clean oil on the installed gasket. Instal the new Oil Filter by tightening it to 3/4 to 1 full turn while the gasket stands against the mounting surface. Secure the Drain Plug of the engine oil by applying 20 nm (15 lb ft) of torque. Proper engine oil level must be maintained while lowering the vehicle after installing a new engine oil according to specified fluid capacities and preferred lubricants. Verify that no oil leaks exist when the engine begins to run.

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Cadillac DTS Oil Filter Part Number: 12731179
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Filter, Engine Oil Filter; Filter
- Replaces: 06437462, 19210285, 89017342, 19256044, 25014377, 6437462, 25010324
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS | Base, Livery, Luxury, Platinum, Premium | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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Cadillac DTS car model has this component known as the Oil Filter which is very important in maintaining the overall health of the engine by ensuring that the motor oil is clean from contaminants. This it does while at the same time effectively trapping the bad particles and facilitating the right flow of oil through the use of either cellulose or synthetic media. Cadillac DTS models for one have used both the replaceable element cartridge and the more common spin-on filters that have in recent models, come with metal housing that is able to resist both high pressure oil and vibration from the engine. High-performance Cadillac DTS oil filters use thicker canister walls and various types of synthetic media while providing high pressures as well as efficiency to capture up to 99% of contaminant. They also contain fantasies such as anti-drainback and bypassing valves that keep the engine from trading the oil and provide oil pressure instantaneously that is needed in starting the engine. It is concluded that the development of the Oil Filter in Cadillac DTS vehicles helps to provide improvement of the engine performance and its durability by the usage of the filtration feature.

Cadillac DTS Oil Filter Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to replace the engine oil and oil filter on Cadillac DTS?
A:
The first step to replace engine oil and Oil Filter begins with raising the vehicle and supporting it. Put the oil drain pan under the engine oil Drain Plug before removing the plug. The Drain Plug requires cleaning as well as inspection before new replacement and the Oil Pan sealing surface must be checked for damage so the pan may get replaced if damaged. Remove the Oil Filter and prepare its sealing area around the adapter by either maintenance or replacement. The new Oil Filter needs oil filling prior to application while gently smearing clean oil on the installed gasket. Instal the new Oil Filter by tightening it to 3/4 to 1 full turn while the gasket stands against the mounting surface. Secure the Drain Plug of the engine oil by applying 20 nm (15 lb ft) of torque. Proper engine oil level must be maintained while lowering the vehicle after installing a new engine oil according to specified fluid capacities and preferred lubricants. Verify that no oil leaks exist when the engine begins to run.