RAM Maintenance Schedule

Whether you drive a light-duty or work-grade RAM truck in Atlanta, following the correct maintenance intervals ensures longevity, optimal performance, and peace of mind. Below you’ll find a clear service schedule outline to help you plan. Keep reading!

RAM Maintenance Schedule By Months & Miles

We highly recommend coming in for RAM service before taking a long road trip in Alpharetta, regardless of your RAM maintenance schedule. You don’t want to face a breakdown far from home.

Another note on RAM service intervals is that, along the way, if our service team identifies something that may require repairs in the coming months or immediately, we will notify you.

Every 10,000 Miles/12 Months  

• Change the oil and filter
• Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect the CV/Universal joints
• Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
• Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect the exhaust system
• Inspect the engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions, and replace the engine air cleaner as necessary
• Deploy power side steps and clean linkages with high pressure car wash to remove any foreign debris. Apply MOPAR® Spray White Lithium Grease to the pivot points
• Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions

At 20,000 Miles Or 2-Month Maintenance

• All recurring services from first interval 
• Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
• Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
• Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
• For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions

30,000 Miles Or 18-Month Maintenance

• All services from 10,000-mile interval 
• Inspect the CV/Universal joints
• Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces 
• For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions
• Replace engine air cleaner filter

40,000-Mile Or 30-Month Maintenance

• All services from 10,000 and 20,000-mile maintenance intervals 

50,000 Miles Or 50-Month Maintenance

• All services from 10,000-mile interval 
• Inspect the CV/Universal joints
• For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions

60,000 Miles Or 60-Month Maintenance

• All services from 10,000 and 20,000-mile maintenance intervals 
• Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid
• Inspect the transfer case fluid 

Infrequent Services 

• Replace cabin air filter every 12,000 miles 
• Replace spark plugs every 100,000 miles or 10 years 
• Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever comes first
• Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary every 100,000 miles or 10 years 
• Change transfer case fluid every 120,000 miles or 12 years 
• Inspect the transfer case fluid, and change the fluid for any of the following service vehicles: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing
• Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever comes first
• If equipped with Stop/Start, replace accessory drive belt with OEM grade MOPAR® belt every 15 years or 150,000 miles

Schedule Your Next Check-Up At Gwinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Don’t wait for warning lights or late-stage wear. Following the RAM maintenance schedule helps your truck perform its best in the long run, whether you drive a RAM 1500 or 2500. Let us help you handle your next oil change, filter replacement, inspection, or major service. If you have any questions, please contact our service team.

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Disclaimer: These recommendations may become outdated over time or differ from recommendations for older vehicles. To ensure accuracy, always consult your owner’s manual or a certified OEM mechanic.