1984 Cadillac DeVille Oil Type & Capacity
The 1984 Cadillac DeVille oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 400/M40 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Coupe, 5.7 N takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 400/M40 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Sedan, 5.7 N takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 400/M40: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Coupe, 5.7 N: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 400/M40: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 5.7 N: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 — 4.1L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 20W-20, 20W-40, & 20W-50 (20Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 400/M40 — 4.1L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 20W-20, 20W-40, & 20W-50 (20Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe, 5.7 N — 5.7L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 — 4.1L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 20W-20, 20W-40, & 20W-50 (20Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 400/M40 — 4.1L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 20W-20, 20W-40, & 20W-50 (20Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 5.7 N — 5.7L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40 (10Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your DeVille
1984 Cadillac DeVille factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.0 quarts (10.4 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water. GM Specification 1825-M.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1984 Cadillac DeVille take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 uses 5W-30; 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 400/M40 uses 5W-30; 2D Coupe, 5.7 N uses 10W-30; 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 uses 5W-30; 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 400/M40 uses 5W-30; 4D Sedan, 5.7 N uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1984 Cadillac DeVille take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2D Coupe, 4.1 8, 400/M40 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2D Coupe, 5.7 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 200-4R/MW9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 4.1 8, 400/M40 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 5.7 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Cadillac DeVille?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1984 Cadillac DeVille. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.