Ram 1500 Classic oil specs by year
Ram 1500 Classic oil specs changed across the 2019–2024 range. The most recent checked year uses 5.9 qt of 5W-20. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.
Multiple engine options: The Ram 1500 Classic was offered with 3 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.9 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2023 | 5.9 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2022 | 5.9 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2021 | 5.9 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2020 | 5.9 qt | 5W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2019 | 10.6 qt | 5W-40 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
Ram 1500 Classic oil spec changes by year
Checked records show 1 spec change across the 2019–2024 range. 2020: capacity and viscosity changed from 10.6 qt / 5W-40 to 5.9 qt / 5W-20 (vs 2019). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.
- 2020: capacity and viscosity changed to 5.9 qt / 5W-20 (was 10.6 qt / 5W-40 in 2019). Open 2020 record →
- 2020: engine option “3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel” removed.
Ram 1500 Classic oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the Ram 1500 Classic take?
- The Ram 1500 Classic oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 5.9 qt of 5W-20. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
- Does the Ram 1500 Classic oil capacity change across years?
- Yes. Checked records show 1 capacity change across the 2019–2024 range. Use the year table above to find the exact capacity for your model year and confirm in your owner's manual.
- Does the Ram 1500 Classic have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The Ram 1500 Classic has been offered with multiple engine options (3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel, 3.6L V6, 5.7L V8). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the Ram 1500 Classic?
- The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL EA15K19; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 as a compatible oil filter for the Ram 1500 Classic. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific Ram 1500 Classic year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.