2003–2023 Chrysler Ram 1500 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2003–2023 Chrysler Ram 1500 with the HEMI 5.7L engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Chrysler 5.7L HEMI V8 — Ram 1500/Grand Cherokee
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✅ The HEMI 5.7 is a solid DIY oil change. Good filter access on the passenger side. Large capacity — make sure your drain container can handle 7 quarts.
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Oil Type
5W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
7.0 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Mopar #68191349AA | Fram PH16 | Wix 57356
Engine Code
HEMI 5.7L
Tools You'll Need
- 18mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Mopar #6508825)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 18mm | Torque: 25 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Mopar #6508825 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Passenger side of engine block, accessible from underneath |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Settings → Oil Life → Reset. Hold OK to confirm. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 7 quarts this is a large drain — Oil Pal's 3.5-gallon capacity handles it perfectly. Don't use a small flat pan for this engine.
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