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2021 Ram 2500 oil type, capacity & maintenance

6.4L HEMI V8 (gas) or 6.7L Cummins diesel · RWD or 4WD
All listed trims share these maintenance parts.

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Everything for one DIY oil change
7.0qtEngine oilSAE 0W-40 (6.4L gas); diesel differs · 7.0 qt (6.4L gas); Cummins diesel: see manual with filterBuy on Amazon
1Oil filterMatch by VINBuy on Amazon

Parts & fluids for the 2021 2500

Engine oil
SAE 0W-40 (6.4L gas); diesel differs

Look for Chrysler spec on the oil filler cap on the label. Checked for 2019–2026 models with the 6.4L HEMI V8 (gas) or 6.7L Cummins diesel.

7.0 qt (6.4L gas); Cummins diesel: see manual with filterReplace: every 10,000 mi
Oil filter
Match by VIN

The filter changed between engines in these years. Use the store's fit check with your VIN to get the right one.

1 filterReplace: every oil change
Drain plug
Inspect, new gasket

Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.

Replace: if worn
Engine air filter
Fits 2021 2500

Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.

Replace: every 30,000 mi
Cabin air filter
Fits 2021 2500

Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.

Replace: every 20,000 mi
Spark plugs
Fits 2021 2500

Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.

Replace: every 100,000 mi

Every 10,000 miles: what's due

Pick your mileage to see what comes due at that service.

10,000 miles 2 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
20,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 mi
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30,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 mi
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40,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 mi
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50,000 miles 2 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
60,000 miles 4 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 mi
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  • Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 mi
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70,000 miles 2 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
80,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 mi
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90,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 mi
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100,000 miles 3 items
  • Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 mi
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  • Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
  • Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 mi
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Other years: 2020 2500 · 2022 2500 · All 2500 years

Oil grade and capacity are checked against published lubricant application data where marked verified; part numbers and intervals follow Ram's maintenance schedule. Severe use (towing, short trips, dusty roads) shortens some intervals. Confirm the part number against your VIN at checkout. Read the full disclaimer

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