RAM 1500 Maintenance Schedule

Keeping your RAM 1500 in peak condition means staying on top of routine maintenance. Whether you use your truck for work, towing, or everyday Crete driving, following the RAM 1500 maintenance schedule ensures long-lasting performance and reliability. If you’re asking what the RAM 1500 service schedule is, this guide covers everything you need to know about essential maintenance milestones.

Why Follow the RAM 1500 Service Schedule?

Routine maintenance is key to extending the life of your truck, maximizing fuel efficiency, and preventing costly repairs down the road. By adhering to the recommended RAM 1500 service intervals, you can keep your truck running smoothly for years in Omaha. 

RAM 1500 Service Intervals

Here’s a breakdown of what you should expect:

RAM Service Interval: 8,000 Miles or 6 Months 

• Inspect the exhaust, battery terminals, brake pads, and door latches
• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter 
• Rotate the tires 

RAM Service Interval: 16,000 Miles or 12 Months

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Rotate the tires
• If using your vehicle in either dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace it if necessary
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)
• Inspect the brake linings and replace them if necessary
• Inspect the exhaust system
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary

RAM Service Interval: 24,000 Miles or 18 Months

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Rotate the tires
• Inspect the CV joints
• Inspect the exhaust system

RAM Service Interval: 32,000 Miles or 24 Months 

• Everything from the 16,000-mile maintenance
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary
• Replace the spark plugs (2.4L engine)

RAM Service Interval: 40,000 Miles or 30 Months 

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Rotate the tires

RAM Service Interval: 48,000 Miles or 36 Months

• Everything from the 16,000-mile maintenance
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary

RAM Service Interval: 64,000 Miles or 48 Months

• Everything from the 32,000-mile maintenance
• Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing

RAM Service Interval: 72,000 Miles or 54 Months 

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Rotate the tires
• Inspect the brake linings; replace them if necessary
• Inspect the exhaust system
• Inspect the CV joints
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

RAM Service Interval: 80,000 Miles or 60 Months

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Rotate the tires
• Inspect the brake linings; replace them if necessary
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary
• Flush and replace the engine coolant if this has not been done
• If using your vehicle in either dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped)

RAM Service Interval: 96,000 Miles or 72 Months 

• Everything from the 32,000-mile mark
• Inspect and replace PCV Valve if necessary
• Replace the spark plugs (2.4L engine)
• Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine)

RAM Service Interval: 104,000 Miles or 78 Months

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
• Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months
• Rotate the tires

RAM Service Interval: 120,000 Miles

• Regularly inspect transfer fluid cases for 4WD or AWD powertrains 
• Replace coolant

What is the RAM 1500 Service Schedule for Heavy-Duty Use?

If you use your RAM 1500 for towing, hauling, or off-road Wahoo driving, you may need more frequent RAM 1500 service intervals. Heavy-duty usage increases wear on key components, making regular oil changes, brake inspections, and fluid checks even more critical.

Schedule RAM 1500 Service at Sid Dillon CDJR FIAT® of Lincoln

Staying on top of your RAM 1500 maintenance schedule is easy with the experts at Sid Dillon CDJR FIAT® of Lincoln. Book your service appointment today and ensure your RAM 1500 continues delivering top performance. If you have any further questions on what the RAM 1500 service schedule is, contact us.