RAM Maintenance Schedule

When you get service on your RAM truck, you want to trust in the experts. The best people for the job are the RAM-certified experts at Lochmandy Motor Sales, close by South Bend and Mishawaka. We’ve got the RAM maintenance schedule right here so you can keep on top of your RAM service intervals without having to second-guess yourself. Check out our service specials today to save a buck or two on routine jobs. Our RAM service experts are ready to serve you!

RAM Maintenance Schedule by Months & Miles

We think you should get RAM service right before taking a road trip, regardless of what your RAM maintenance schedule says. You don’t want truck trouble far from home. Another benefit to getting your RAM service intervals taken care of at the dealership is that if there’s a problem, we’ll alert you right away. That being said, take a look at how Granger drivers will navigate their RAM maintenance schedule:

Every 8,000 Miles & 6-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter 
• Rotate the tires.
• Inspect the exhaust, battery terminals, brake pads, and door latches

16,000 Miles or 12-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.
• If using your vehicle for either dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace it if necessary.
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
• Inspect the brake linings and replace them if necessary.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary.

24,000 Miles or 18-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.
• Inspect the CV joints.
• Inspect the exhaust system.

32,000 Miles or 24-Month Maintenance

• Everything from the 16,000-mile maintenance.
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play. We’ll replace anything, if necessary.
• Replace the spark plugs (2.4L engine).

40,000 Miles or 30-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.

48,000 Miles or 36-Month Maintenance

• Everything from the 16,000-mile maintenance.
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary.

By this time, your brakes and tires might need to be replaced.

64,000 Miles or 48-Month Maintenance

• Everything from the 32,000-mile maintenance
• Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.

72,000 Miles or 54-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.
• Inspect the CV joints.
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
• Inspect the brake linings; replace them if necessary.
• Inspect the CV joints.
• Inspect the exhaust system.

80,000 Miles or 60-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.
• If using your vehicle for either dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
• Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped).
• Inspect the brake linings; replace them if necessary.
• Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness, or end play; replace if necessary.
• Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done 

96,000 Mile or 72-Month Maintenance

• Everything from the 32,000-mile mark.
• Replace the spark plugs (2.4L engine).
• Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine).
• Inspect and replace PCV Valve if necessary.

104,000 Mile or 78-Month Maintenance

• Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
• Rotate the tires.
• Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months.

120,000 and 150,000 Miles

Once you get here, you’re likely beyond the warranty point. It’s important to inspect the transfer fluid case for 4WD or AWD powertrains. By 150,000 miles, you should have the fluid replaced. You’ll also want new coolant, regardless of how your radiator is doing, because your engine is getting older.

Keep Current on Your RAM Maintenance Schedule with Lochmandy Motor Sales

When you’re looking for automotive maintenance, complete our schedule service form to book a service appointment. Our service team is ready to assist you, right here in Elkhart. Trust in the RAM experts to get your truck fixed the right way.