The Exact Bolt Pattern Of All Cadillac

We’ve written extensively about Cadillac and the numerous questions you can have about this brand. Today, we will talk about the information you need to have to select the correct new tires or rims for any Cadillac. Specifically, we’ll look at the bolt pattern of each model and generation. Let’s start with a quick answer:

Cadillac either have a 5×4.52 (CT4, CTS, ATS, ELR, SRX), 5×4.72 inch (CTS, CT5, CT6, XT4, XTS, SRX), 6×5.5 inch (Escalade), or 6×4.72 (XT5, XT6) bolt pattern depending on the specific model year.

However, that certainly doesn’t tell the whole story. Below we’ve outlined the bolt pattern in more detail for each generation. We also discuss what lugs/bolts are used precisely, the center bore hub’s diameter and the bolts’ torque specifications. Finally, we also have information about each engine type and its exact tire and rim size. You should know precisely what you can and cannot buy this way. Read on!

Current Models

Below, we’ve given an overview of the bolt patterns that have been used with these cars. If you want more in-depth information, click ”read more here” at the end of each subheading to also learn correct tire and rim sizes.

CT4

Cadillac CT4, made from 2020 onwards, have a bolt pattern of 5×4.52 inches (5x115mm), a center bore of 2.77 inches (70.3mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M12 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 103lb-ft (140nm) of force.

CT5

Cadillac CT5, made from 2019 onwards, have a bolt pattern of 5×4.72 inches (5x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 140lb-ft (190nm) of force.

CT6

All generations of the Cadillac CT6 made from 2016 onwards have a bolt pattern of 5×4.72 inches (5x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 110lb-ft (150nm) of force.

Escalade

Cadillac Escalades manufactured from 2002 onwards, have a bolt pattern of 6×5.5 inches (6×139.7mm), a center bore of 3.07 inches (78.1mm), and six lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 139.7 lb-ft (150Nm) of force.

XT4

All generations of the Cadillac XT4 made from 2019 onwards have a bolt pattern of 5×4.72 inches (5x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 140lb-ft (190nm) of force.

XT5

All generations of the Cadillac XT5 made from 2016 onwards have a bolt pattern of 6×4.72 inches (6x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and six lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 140lb-ft (190nm) of force.

XT6

All generations of the Cadillac XT6 made from 2019 onwards have a bolt pattern of 6×4.72 inches (6x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and six lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 140lb-ft (190nm) of force.

Discontinued Models

Of course, there are also models that have been discontinued. Again, click on ”read more here” to learn about tire and rim sizes.

ATS

Cadillac ATS, made between 2012 – 2019, have a bolt pattern of 5×4.52 inches (5x115mm), a center bore of 2.77 inches (70.3mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M12 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 103lb-ft (140nm) of force.

CTS

Cadillac CTS manufactured between 2003 – 2007 have a bolt pattern of 5×4.52” (5x115mm), whereas CTS manufactured between 2008 – 2019 have a bolt pattern of 5×4.72″ (5x120mm).

ELR

Cadillac ELR, made between 2014 – 2016, have a bolt pattern of 5×4.52 inches (5x115mm), a center bore of 2.77 inches (70.3mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M12 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 103lb-ft (140nm) of force.

SRX

Cadillac SRX made between 2010 – 2017 have a bolt pattern of 6×4.72 inches (6x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and six lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 140lb-ft of force.

SRX made between 2004 – 2009 have a bolt pattern of 6×4.52 inches (6x115mm), a center bore of 2.77 inches (70.3mm), and six lug nuts with a thread size of M12 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 103lb-ft of force.

XTS

All generations of the Cadillac XTS made between 2013 – 2019 have a bolt pattern of 5×4.72 inches (5x120mm), a center bore of 2.63 inches (66.9mm), and five lug nuts with a thread size of M14 x 1.5 that need to be tightened with 110lb-ft (150nm) of force.

Retightening The Bolts

As said before, all Cadillac that we discussed have five or six bolts. When you mount the wheel to the car again, these need to be secured in a specific way. This information is stated in the owner’s manual, but we’ve gone through the effort of instructing you here. Cadillac advises you to bolt these nuts in the way shown below. You have to follow a crisscross pattern.

In the second round, you tighten them with the wheel wrench to the appropriate lbs-ft or Nm we stated earlier.

It’s expected that your wheel also have a center cap or cover. These need to be secured in the same pattern. Please tighten them first-hand snug with your hands. Then, use the wheel wrench to tighten them another one-quarter turn.

It’s also important to check if the lug nuts are still secured after 30 miles (48 kilometers). Please ensure they are all in place and tightened with the proper force. If not, tighten them again and recheck. If this keeps happening, you’ll need to replace the wheel.

When Or Why To Rotate/Change Tires

Suppose you’re changing your tire. You also need to know when to change or rotate it precisely. Let’s first talk about changing your tires. Tires usually last around 60,000 – 75,000 miles or 4-5 years. After this period, they need to be replaced. Sometimes this happens earlier, so it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the tread wear indicators. These are shown in the image below. These indicators show when the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less tread remaining.

Another occasion you’ll need to take off your tires is when you’re rotating them. In the owner’s manuals of Cadillacs, it’s said that this needs to happen every 7,500 miles or 12,000 kilometers. It’s advised you rotate the tires in the exact way that’s shown below. The front tires are moved to the back, and the front tires move crisscross to the front.