Ram 1500 Classic · Model year 2022 · No longer built
2022 Ram 1500 Classic specs, maintenance & manuals
Everything the manufacturer published about the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic in one place: the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 11 manufacturer publications, and towing ratings up to 10,610 lb.
- Max towing
- 10,610 lb
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
- Publications
- 11
2022 Ram 1500 Classic maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: ERG, EZH.
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. If gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Adjust parking brake as necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs. The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
- Change the oil and filter.
- Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
- Inspect the automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
- Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
- Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses.
- Inspect the exhaust system.
- Inspect the engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace engine air cleaner filter if necessary.
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary, replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Regular Cab shortbed/Crew/Quad Cab models | 26 gal | 98 L |
| Regular Cab longbed/Crew/Quad Cab models (optional) | 32 gal | 121 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 3.6L engine | 6 qt | 5.6 L |
| 5.7L engine | 7 qt | 6.6 L | |
| Cooling system | 3.6L engine | 13.7 qt | 13 L |
| 5.7L engine | 18.3 qt | 17.3 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | 10 year/150,000 mile (240,000 km) OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolant | — | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil (3.6L engine) | SAE 5W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark. SAE 5W-30 meeting MS-6395 acceptable if 5W-20 is unavailable | MS-6395 | Mopar SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil |
| Engine oil (5.7L engine) | SAE 0W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark | MS-6395 | Mopar SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements | SAE/USCAR-36 | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Fuel selection (3.6L engine) | 87 octane (R+M)/2, 0-15% ethanol | — | — |
| Fuel selection (5.7L engine) | 89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable (R+M)/2, 0-15% ethanol | — | — |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ZF 8 & 9 speed ATF, or equivalent | — | Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case | Mobil LT | — | — |
| Front axle | GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant SAE 75W-85 | — | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
| Rear axle (3.21 / 3.55 ratio) | Synthetic gear lubricant SAE 75W-90; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 ml) limited-slip additive (MS-10111) | MS-A0160 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90 |
| Rear axle (3.92 ratio) | Synthetic gear lubricant SAE 75W-140; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 ml) limited-slip additive (MS-10111) | MS-8985 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 brake fluid | — | Mopar DOT 3 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 5.7L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lug nuts/bolts | 130 ft-lb (176 N·m) | M14 x 1.50 | 22 mm |
- Cooling system capacities are listed per engine.
- Limited-slip rear axles need a friction-modifier additive added to the gear lubricant.
- Tank size depends on cab and bed configuration; the larger tank is optional on longbed trucks.
- Reformulated and TOP TIER detergent gasoline are recommended.
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2022 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
- Owner's manual on Mopar.com
- Maintenance schedule on Mopar.com
- Warranty information on Mopar.com
- How-to videos on Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic questions
How much oil does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic use?
3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark. SAE 5W-30 meeting MS-6395 acceptable if 5W-20 is unavailable (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 0W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake as necessary; replace cabin air filter; for severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the evaporative system fresh air filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.