You want only what's best for your world-class Cadillac. So do we, which is why we offer premium care and topnotch service for all your vehicle's maintenance needs, including routine oil changes.
Regularly schedule oil changes at periodic intervals are the key to your engine's health, and they can help your Cadillac model run great for a long time. Depending on the year and model type of your elite Cadillac, your oil should be getting switched out every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. With these routine appointments, old oil that's picked up dirt and grime from the roads is emptied out and replaced with clean, fresh oil, keeping your engine performing at its best.
Selecting oil for your Cadillac
Choosing the proper grade of oil is a critical step in engine maintenance. From conventional to full synthetic the Cadillac Certified Service experts at
These oils contain a variety of characteristics that can affect your vehicle's performance, offer varying levels of engine protection, and can maximize the time between oil changes
Good
ACDelco Conventional Oil
- Offers quality engine wear and corrosion protection
- Contains special additives that help your engine run smoothly
Better
ACDelco dexos1TM Full Synthetic Oil
- High resistance to oxidation, which helps keep the oil from breaking down
- Excellent low-temperature flow and pumpability during cold start-ups
- Excellent protection to help prevent formation of sludge and other harmful deposits
Best
Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil
- Advanced anti-wear technology for outstanding protection of critical engine parts
- Exceptional high-temperature stability helps resist oxidative thickening
- Proven to provide outstanding cold starting, lubrication and protection from wear at low temperatures
Service You Can Count On and Trust
Ready for the best part? With the care and attention of our trained and certified Cadillac service staff, you don't have to worry about or remember any of that, because we do it all for you. We'll tell you how often the oil needs to be changed in your specific model, and we'll help you keep track of it.
Our team of technicians is trained by the engineers at Cadillac to be your foremost experts on every size, style, and model in the lineup. As professionals who specialize in the meticulous attention to detail that goes into every Cadillac model, we know these vehicles better than your neighborhood mechanic, and we can help you maintain it in the way the manufacturer intended.
Don't risk your premium Cadillac model to careless service or parts that aren't manufacturer recommended. Trust the team that's there for you and wants to help you get the most out of your vehicle investment.
Schedule an appointment
The next time your luxury Cadillac needs an oil change, or any other type of service appointment, schedule it with our certified service staff and trust you're getting exactly what you need.
WHAT THE CERTIFIED SERVICE EXPERTS LOOK FOR DURING YOUR MULTI-POINT VEHICLE INSPECTION
Remaining Engine Oil Life
A quick inspection will determine your vehicle's remaining oil life percentage (applicable to vehicles with the GM Oil Life System). This may be helpful, especially if you are approaching your next oil change.
Tire Wear
Your tires are what keep you moving safely down the road. The Certified Service experts check to make sure your tires are properly aligned, balanced, and in top shape. This will help ensure the optimum performance and safety of your vehicle.
Wiper Blades and Glass Condition
Your wiper blades are essential, especially when it's raining. The operation and condition of front and rear wipers are checked to make sure they will work well when you need them. A visual inspection of your windshield is completed to check for cracks or chips and may help prevent further damage down the road.
Fluid Levels
Fluid levels are checked, including brake reservoir and windshield washer, to be sure they are at optimal levels.
Brakes
To help keep your brakes performing their best, an inspection is performed on the condition of your brake system, including lines, hoses, and parking brake as well as measurements of front and rear linings.
Battery Condition and Connections
No one wants to be stuck with a dead car battery! A quick battery test will determine the health of your battery, and a visual inspection will check to be sure the battery cables and connections are in top working order
OnStar Subscription
A brief assessment will make sure you are connected with your OnStar system subscription
Additional Car Inspections
An additional vehicle inspection of critical systems is performed to check for visible leaks that might indicate a concern. The condition of other vehicle components is also visually inspected.
Oil Change FAQ
Q: What do I need to do when my "Change Engine Oil Soon" message displays?
A: When the "Change Engine Oil Soon" message appears, oil change service is necessary for the vehicle as soon as possible, within the next 600 miles.
Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed. FLOW CADILLAC OF WILMINGTON has Certified Service expert technicians who will perform this work and reset the system. Click here to schedule service.Q: How can I be sure to get the correct type of motor oil for my vehicle?
A: Consult your vehicle Owner's Manual or visit the Cadillac Certified Service experts at FLOW CADILLAC OF WILMINGTON to be sure you get the proper oil for your vehicle. For 2011 or newer vehicles, dexos1™ Full Synthetic is the recommended oil specification (dexos1™ for gasoline engines, dexos2™ for light-duty diesel engines, 15W40 CJ-4 for Duramax diesel engines). Advantages of dexos1™ Full Synthetic over conventional motor oil include improved oil performance and protection, increased piston cleanliness, reduced oil consumption, and greater viscosity control.
Q: I've heard that I should change my oil every 3,000 miles. Is that still true?
A: The majority of today's Cadillac vehicles are equipped with the Engine Oil Life System, which has made the 3,000-mile oil change obsolete. Depending on the age of the vehicle, driving habits, and road conditions, vehicles with today's advanced engines can go much longer than 3,000 miles between oil changes. Always be sure to check your engine oil level regularly, even with an Engine Oil Life System.
Q: Does regularly changing my oil filter help with the life of my engine?
A: Yes, because it helps ensure your engine is lubricated with clean oil which can help provide optimal engine performance. See your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended oil change interval, or follow the oil life monitoring system, if equipped.
Q: Do I need a new filter every time I get an oil change?
A: Yes, having your oil and oil filter changed, at least as often as recommended by the manufacturer, is important.
