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.
2021 Ram 2500 oil type, capacity & maintenance
6.4L HEMI V8 (gas) or 6.7L Cummins diesel · RWD or 4WDYour oil change shopping list
Everything for one DIY oil changeParts & fluids for the 2021 2500
The filter changed between engines in these years. Use the store's fit check with your VIN to get the right one.
Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
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 miShop part →
- 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 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
30,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
40,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
50,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- 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 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
70,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- 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 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
90,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
100,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
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