2012–2018 DS (4th generation; sold 2019–2024 as Ram 1500 Classic)
2012–2018 Ram 1500 Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter
Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012–2018 Ram 1500, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Mopar 68406048AA (filter) + 68052292AA access door. Behind the glovebox, but most DS trucks left the factory with NO filter installed; the HVAC box accepts the filter once the access door kit is fitted (10-minute retrofit).
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The 2012–2018 Ram 1500 cabin air filter is Mopar 68406048AA (filter) + 68052292AA access door (behind the glovebox, but most ds trucks left the factory with no filter installed; the hvac box accepts the filter once the access door kit is fitted (10-minute retrofit)).
Cabin air filter
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Mopar 68406048AA (filter) + 68052292AA access door |
| Location | Behind the glovebox, but most DS trucks left the factory with NO filter installed; the HVAC box accepts the filter once the access door kit is fitted (10-minute retrofit) |
| Replace every | Every 20,000–30,000 mi once fitted |
If cabin airflow smells dusty, check whether a previous owner ever installed one. Many DS trucks are running with an empty slot
Engine air filter, 3.6L Pentastar V6 (2013–2018)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Mopar 53034051AB |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10192, Wix 49018 |
| Location | Black airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only, 2-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Inspect at oil changes; replace ~30,000 mi (more often in dust) |
Engine air filter, 5.7L HEMI V8 (EZH)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Mopar 53034051AB |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10192, Wix 49018 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Inspect at oil changes; replace ~30,000 mi |
Engine air filter, 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 (2014–2018, VM Motori)
Check your manual| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Mopar (EcoDiesel-specific element, differs from gas trucks; check VIN) |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay |
| Replace every | ~30,000 mi; more often in dust |
Which Ram 1500 model years does this cover?
These air filters specifications apply to every Ram 1500 built from 2012 through 2018 — the DS (4th generation; sold 2019–2024 as Ram 1500 Classic), full-size half-ton pickup (regular, quad, crew cab). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2018 Ram 1500
- 2012Carryover powertrains: 3.7L V6 (4-spd), 4.7L V8 (6-spd), 5.7L HEMI; hydraulic steering; HOAT coolant
- 2013Major refresh: 3.6L Pentastar + ZF 8-speed arrive, electric power steering, optional air suspension, RamBox and 8.4-in Uconnect expand; coolant switches to 10-year OAT
- 20143.0L EcoDiesel V6 added (first half-ton diesel of the modern era); 4.7L V8 dropped after 2013
- 2015Off-road-focused Rebel trim debuts mid-year with a factory-tuned suspension, off-road tires, and unique styling; interior/trim options broaden
- 2015–2018Rebel added (2015, 285/70R17 tires); Limited becomes flagship; mechanical specs otherwise carry over
- 2016Essentially unchanged: redesigned center console standard across the lineup; Rebel (introduced mid-2015) gains new interior color choices including Radar Red
- 2018DS production continued after 2018 as the 'Ram 1500 Classic' (2019–2024, Tradesman/Express/Warlock/Big Horn trims) sold alongside the new DT. This generation's data applies to those Classic trucks; the DT generation below covers same-year 'new body' trucks
2012–2018 Ram 1500 air filters: common questions
What cabin air filter does a 2012–2018 Ram 1500 take?
- Mopar 68406048AA (filter) + 68052292AA access door.
Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012–2018 Ram 1500?
- Behind the glovebox, but most DS trucks left the factory with NO filter installed; the HVAC box accepts the filter once the access door kit is fitted (10-minute retrofit).
How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2012–2018 Ram 1500?
- Every 20,000–30,000 mi once fitted. Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.
What engine air filter does a 2012–2018 Ram 1500 take?
- Mopar 53034051AB, or Fram CA10192, Wix 49018, replaced inspect at oil changes; replace ~30,000 mi (more often in dust).
Sources
- FCA media, 2015 Ram 1500 specifications (battery, capacities)
- NHTSA recall 19V-757, EcoDiesel EGR cooler (Part 573 report)
- FCA Safety Recall VB1, diesel EGR cooler, 2014–2019 Ram 1500 (oemdtc)
- RamForum, Safety recall P54 / NHTSA 14V-530 fuel pump relay
- Diesel Hub, 3.0L EcoDiesel oil change guide (capacities, filters, TSB 18-078-16)
- fueleconomy.gov, 2015 Ram 1500 EPA ratings
- Wheel-Size.com, 2016 Ram 1500 OE fitments
- RamForumZ, 5.7L spark plug spec (NGK LZFR5C-11, 30k interval)
- RamForum, oil change indicator reset procedure