--- title: "Ram 1500 Maintenance Schedule" description: "How the Ram 1500 service schedule specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The factory maintenance schedule for the Ram 1500 covering every service through 150,000 miles. Exactly what is due at each interval, and where severe-service conditions change it." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/service-schedule" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Ram 1500 Factory Maintenance Schedule The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Ram 1500 service schedule specification changed by year? | Model years | First service | Intervals listed | Through | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2019-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019-2025/service-schedule) | 10,000 mi | 6 | 150,000 mi | | [2012-2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012-2018/service-schedule) | 8,000 mi | 6 | 150,000 mi | ## Full specifications by generation The service schedule on a Ram 1500 is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2019-2025 Ram 1500 Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019-2025/service-schedule) - [2012-2018 Ram 1500 Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012-2018/service-schedule) ## Ram 1500 service schedule: common questions ### How often does a Ram 1500 need servicing? The first scheduled visit is at 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, and the pattern repeats from there. ### What is due at 30,000 miles on a Ram 1500? Replace engine air filter; 5.7L: replace 16 spark plugs (30k schedule); Inspect transfer case fluid (4x4). ### What is due at 60,000 miles on a Ram 1500? Change rear axle fluid if towing regularly; Inspect drive belt; Consider ATF service if towing heavily (sealed unit, dealer procedure). ### What is due at 100,000 miles on a Ram 1500? Replace 3.6L V6 spark plugs; Replace drive belt if worn. ### Does severe service change the schedule for a Ram 1500? Oil-change indicator shortens intervals automatically under towing/short-trip/dusty duty. 4,000-5,000 mi is normal for hard-worked trucks. eTorque adds no extra scheduled maintenance items. ## Sources - [FCA media, 2021 Ram 1500 TRX specifications](https://s3.amazonaws.com/chryslermedia.iconicweb.com/mediasite/specs/2021_RAM_1500_TRX_Specificationsncds40e91jnt64taolkbbpi9eq.pdf) - [NHTSA recall 22V-904, tailgate striker (Part 573 report, FCA ZB8)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2022/RCLRPT-22V904-2829.PDF) - [FCA Safety Recall V17 / NHTSA 19V-142, 48-volt ground cable fastener (oemdtc)](https://chrysler.oemdtc.com/1318/safety-recall-v17-nhtsa-19v-142-48-volt-ground-cable-fastener-2019-ram-1500/) - [Diesel Hub, 3.0L EcoDiesel oil change guide (gen-3: 8.5 qt, 68507598AA)](https://www.dieselhub.com/maintenance/ecodiesel-oil-change-guide.html) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2022 Ram 1500 EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2022_Ram_1500.shtml) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2025 Ram 1500 EPA ratings (Hurricane SO/HO)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2025_Ram_1500.shtml) - [SD Wheel, 5th-gen Ram 1500 fitment guide (6x139.7, 130 ft-lb)](https://www.sdwheel.com/blogs/1278/5th-gen-ram-fitment-guide) - [Mopar eStore, 68414387AA DT engine air filter](https://www.moparoriginalparts.com/part-ymm/2024-ram-1500-dt-engine-air-filter.html) - [Mopar eStore, 53011248AB TRX 6.2L air filter](https://store.mopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-air-filter-53011248ab) - [Mopar eStore, 68683357AA Hurricane HO oil filter (supersedes 68466307AB)](https://store.mopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-engine-oil-filter-68683357aa) - [Interstate Batteries, Ram 1500 H7/94R fitment](https://www.interstatebatteries.com/vehicle/dodge/dodge-ram-1500) - [Mopar owner info, oil life reset procedure (accelerator method)](https://vehicleinfo.mopar.com/assets/publications/en-us/Ram/2022/2500_3500/om_html/GUID-129DF5D9-F994-45FC-9B5E-504D7FE75BC6.html) - [Blauparts, Ram 1500 TRX 0W-40 (MS-12633) oil change kit](https://www.blauparts.com/ram-1500-trx-oil-change-kit-62l-v8-0w40-ravenol.html) ## Find your exact 1500 - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/2012) More Ram 1500 guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/fluids) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ram/1500/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.