1993 Cadillac Sixty Special Oil Type & Capacity
The 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sixty Special — 4.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | — | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sixty Special
1993 Cadillac Sixty Special factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.0 quarts (11.35 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant and water. GM Specification 1825-M.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special take?
The 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special take?
The 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special holds 5.5 quarts with a filter change, or 5.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Cadillac Sixty Special. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.