2015 Ram 1500 oil filter

ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine 2500/3500
trucks operating under a gross com-
bined weight ratinggreaterthan 14,000
lbs/(6,350 kg.)
We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as
MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent. Refer to your engine
oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 6.4LFor best performance and maximum protection under all types of
operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic
engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories
of SN. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™
0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating tempera-
tures.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use MOPAR® brand Engine Oil Filters.
Spark PlugsWe recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine87 Octane.
Fuel Selection – 5.7L/6.4L Engines 87 Octane Acceptable - 89 Octane Recommended.
822 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
•Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4)
models only).
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULES
830 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Break-In Recommendations................113
Compartment..........................748
Compartment Identification................748
Coolant (Antifreeze).....................821
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................115
Flooded, Starting.......................451
Fuel Requirements......................634
Jump Starting..........................729
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..755
Oil Filler Cap..........................757
Oil Selection...........................756
Oil Synthetic..........................758
Overheating...........................685
Engine Oil Viscosity.......................757
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart...................757
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............78
Entry System, Illuminated....................23
Ethanol................................636
Event Data Recorder........................82
Exhaust Gas Caution.......................115
Exhaust System...........................115
Exterior Lighting..........................166
Exterior Lights...........................118
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................759
Engine Oil............................758
Engine Oil Disposal.....................758
Flashers
Turn Signal............................118
Flat Tire Stowage.........................702
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range.........................642
Engine Oil............................641
Fuel Requirements......................639
Maintenance...........................643
Replacement Parts.......................642
Starting..............................64210
INDEX 853

Multi-Function Control Lever.................176
Navigation System (Uconnect® gps)............210
New Vehicle Break-In Period.................113
Occupant Restraints........................50
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................634
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..............533
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..............533
Oil, Engine..............................755
Capacity.............................819
Change Interval........................756
Dipstick..............................755
Disposal..............................758
Filter................................758
Filter Disposal.........................758
Identification Logo......................756
Recommendation.......................756
Synthetic.............................758
Viscosity.............................757
Oil Filter, Selection........................758
Onboard Diagnostic System..................751
Operating Precautions......................751
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............4
Outside Rearview Mirrors...................134
Overdrive...............................480
Overdrive OFF Switch......................480
Overhead Console.........................212
Overheating, Engine.......................298
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............4
Paint Care..............................790
Panic Alarm..............................28
Parking Brake............................578
ParkSense® System, Rear....................191
Passing Light............................177
Passive Entry.............................42
Pedals, Adjustable.........................18510
INDEX 859