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Engine All engines 3.6L V6 5.7L Hemi
Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2017 Ram 1500 takes 5W-20 Synthetic Blend with a total capacity of 7 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 16mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 34 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Mopar 68191349AC, with 5 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 13 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2017 Ram 1500 Torque your drain plug to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Mopar 68191349AC) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-20 Synthetic Blend as specified by Ram — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls13 17V198000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.
17V434000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The fuel tanks in the affected vehicles may have a broken fuel tank control valve which might leak fuel if the vehicle were to become inverted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
17V821000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
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Technical Service Bulletins360 All categories ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING EQUIPMENT FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ENGINE EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY SERVICE BRAKES VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER POWER TRAIN VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES SEAT BELTS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD INTERIOR LIGHTING SEATS STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR STRUCTURE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH EXTERIOR LIGHTING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE VISIBILITY WHEELS AIR BAGS EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE STEERING SUSPENSION VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM VISIBILITY/WIPER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER BACK OVER PREVENTION FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS UNKNOWN OR OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: OIL COOLER FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SEALS/GASKETS STRUCTURE:BODY FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
08-026-13REV.B ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2013-08-14
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
68234041A$ EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER 2017-07-13
"Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV), H-valve For D trucks only; When diagnosing an A/C system leak at the TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve, H-valve), do not replace the TXV unless it has been proven to be defective for function or for a leak. Instead replace just the O-ring(s) part number 05161806AA. For any questions call Matt Mihm cell (248) 736-6542. If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair."
68232614A$ ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2016-07-06
Intake Manifold Gasket Intake Manifold Gaskets on Pentastar Upgrade (Sales Code ERC/ERF) are reusable provided they are not cut, torn or melted. The gaskets are not required by warranty to be replaced like they are on Pentastar Classic (ERB/EHB). The new gaskets are not interchangeable with Pentastar Classic Intake Manifold Gaskets.
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