The LT4 Exhaust Upgrade That Lets You Choose Your Mood
The AWE Tuning SwitchPath Exhaust for the 2022-2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is the definitive performance exhaust for the LT4 V8 owner who refuses to compromise. Built from 3-inch U.S.-sourced T304L stainless steel, the AWE 3025-43562 pairs precision engineering with push-button attitude, offering a genuinely quiet cruise mode and a full-throttle soundtrack that demands attention. The proprietary 180 Technology drone-canceling design eliminates cabin resonance at highway speeds, while the SwitchPath valve system retains your factory valve motors so switching modes is seamless and reliable. Diamond black slash-cut tips finish the install with aggressive, track-inspired style.
Key Features
- AWE 3025-43562 SwitchPath Exhaust engineered specifically for the 2022-2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 6.2L V8
- Dual 3-inch mandrel-bent T304L stainless steel construction, U.S.-sourced
- Precision X-pipe improves scavenging and corrects rasp inherent to the LT4 architecture
- SwitchPath valve system uses OEM valve motors, retains factory reliability and integration
- AWE 180 Technology drone cancellation eliminates highway resonance without sacrificing open-throttle sound
- Verified gains of +11 hp and +3 lb-ft torque at the wheels
- 4.5-inch diamond black powder-coated slash-cut stainless steel tips included
- No check engine light (CEL) guaranteed
- AWE Tuning lifetime warranty
Fitment
| Year Range |
Make |
Model |
| 2022-2026 |
Cadillac |
CT5-V Blackwing |
Specifications
| Detail |
Value |
| MPN |
3025-43562 |
| Brand |
AWE Tuning |
| Material |
T304L Stainless Steel |
| Pipe Diameter |
3 inches (dual) |
| Tip Diameter |
4.5 inches |
| Tip Finish |
Diamond Black Powder Coat |
| Tip Style |
Slash-Cut |
| System Weight |
115 lbs |
| Packaged Dimensions |
53 x 24 x 14 inches |
| Power Gain |
+11 hp / +3 lb-ft |
| Drone Cancellation |
AWE 180 Technology |
| Valve System |
SwitchPath (uses OEM valve motors) |
| CEL |
No check engine light guaranteed |
| Warranty |
Lifetime |
| Country of Origin |
USA (T304L stainless U.S.-sourced) |
What's Included
- AWE SwitchPath cat-back exhaust system (3025-43562)
- Diamond black 4.5-inch slash-cut stainless tips (set of 2)
- SwitchPath valve control harness
- All mounting hardware and gaskets
- Installation instructions
About AWE Tuning
AWE Tuning is a Pennsylvania-based performance engineering company with decades of experience designing exhaust systems, intercoolers, and drivetrain components for enthusiast vehicles. Every AWE product is designed, tested, and manufactured in the United States using U.S.-sourced materials, and all exhaust systems carry a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AWE 3025-43562?The AWE 3025-43562 is the SwitchPath cat-back exhaust system for the 2022-2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. It is a dual 3-inch T304L stainless steel system featuring AWE 180 Technology drone cancellation and diamond black 4.5-inch slash-cut tips, producing verified gains of +11 hp and +3 lb-ft at the wheels.
Is the AWE 3025-43562 compatible with my 2024 CT5-V Blackwing?Yes. The AWE 3025-43562 SwitchPath Exhaust fits all 2022 through 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing models equipped with the 6.2L LT4 V8 engine.
Does the AWE 3025-43562 require a tune?No tune is required. The AWE SwitchPath system is a direct bolt-on replacement and includes a no CEL guarantee, meaning it will not trigger a check engine light on your CT5-V Blackwing.
How does SwitchPath work on the CT5-V Blackwing?The SwitchPath valve system uses the factory valve motors already in your CT5-V Blackwing. By retaining the OEM actuators, AWE ensures seamless integration with the factory exhaust mode controls. You switch between quiet and full-open simply by using your existing factory exhaust button.
What does AWE 180 Technology do?AWE 180 Technology is a proprietary drone-cancellation system built into the SwitchPath muffler design. It uses destructive wave interference to eliminate the droning resonance that plagues many aftermarket exhaust systems at highway cruise speeds, without restricting flow or reducing open-throttle sound volume.
Will AWE 3025-43562 fit the standard CT5-V (non-Blackwing)?No. The AWE 3025-43562 is designed exclusively for the CT5-V Blackwing. It is not a fitment match for the standard CT5-V, CT5, or any other Cadillac model. AWE offers separate exhaust solutions for other CT5 variants.
What is the power gain from the AWE 3025-43562 SwitchPath Exhaust?AWE Tuning has documented gains of +11 horsepower and +3 lb-ft of torque at the wheels on the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing using the 3025-43562 SwitchPath system, measured on AWE's in-house dynamometer in the United States.
Does the AWE SwitchPath exhaust for the CT5-V Blackwing come with a warranty?Yes. AWE Tuning backs the 3025-43562 with a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser. This is one of the most comprehensive warranties available in the aftermarket exhaust category.
How long does installation take for the AWE 3025-43562?A professional installation of the AWE 3025-43562 on a CT5-V Blackwing typically takes two to four hours with a lift. All necessary hardware and instructions are included. The system replaces the cat-back section and begins after the factory mid pipe.
Installation Instructions
- Safely raise and support the 2022-2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing on a lift or jack stands
- Allow the factory exhaust system to cool completely before handling
- Disconnect and label the OEM valve motor wiring harness connectors at the muffler
- Remove the factory cat-back exhaust section beginning at the mid pipe junction, retaining all OEM hangers
- Slide the AWE 3025-43562 SwitchPath system into position, aligning with the factory mid pipe outlet and hanger locations
- Connect the included SwitchPath valve control harness to the OEM valve motor connectors
- Tighten all clamps and band connections to AWE specifications (typically 40-55 ft-lb)
- Start the vehicle and check for exhaust leaks at all connection points
- Verify both quiet and SwitchPath open modes activate correctly using the factory exhaust button
This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
