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Ram 1500 · Model year 2017

2017 Ram 1500 specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2017 Ram 1500 or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 11 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.

Schedule covers
150k miles
Publications
11

2017 Ram 1500 specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2017 specification sheet.

General information+
Vehicle typeRegular Cab, Quad Cab and Crew Cab, 2WD, 4WD
Assembly plantRegular Cab: Saltillo Truck Assembly, Coahuila, Mexico; Quad Cab: Warren Truck Assembly Plant, Warren, Michigan; Crew Cab: Warren Truck Assembly Plant, Warren, Michigan and Saltillo Truck Assembly, Coahuila, Mexico
EPA vehicle classStandard Pickup
Body/chassis+
Layout2WD — Longitudinal, front engine; 4WD — Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case
Construction2WD — Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box; 4WD — Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+
Type and description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0)
Valve systemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression ratio10.2:1
Power305 hp (224 kW) at 6,400 rpm
Torque269 lb.-ft. (364 N•m) at 4,175 rpm
Max. engine speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel requirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2, E85-compatible
Oil capacity6.0 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant capacity14.0 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission controlsDual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy)18/25
Engine: 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6+
Type and description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement182 cu. in. (2,988 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke3.27 x 3.60 (83 x 92)
Valve systemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves
Fuel injectionCommon-rail, 2,000 bar, solenoid injectors
ConstructionCast-iron block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression ratio16.5:1
Power240 hp (179 kW) at 3,600 rpm
Torque420 lb.-ft. (569 N•m) at 2,000 rpm
Max. engine speed4,800 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel requirementUltra-low sulfur diesel
Oil capacity10.5 quarts (10 liters)
Coolant capacity12 quarts (11.4 liters)
Emission controlsCooled EGR, oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter, SCR w/urea injection
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy)21/29
Engine: 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8+
Type and description90-degree V-8, liquid-cooled
Displacement345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)
Valve systemVariable-cam timing, pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers
Fuel injectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression ratio10.5:1
Power395 hp (291 kW) @ 5,600 rpm
Torque410 lb.-ft. (556 N•m) @ 3,950 rpm
Max. engine speed5,800 rpm
Fuel requirementUnleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable
Oil capacity7.0 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant capacity14.0 quarts (13.33 liters)
Emission controlsThree-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features
EPA fuel economy mpg (city/hwy)15/22
Transmission: TorqueFlite 845RE eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control, automatic or Electronic Range Select (ERS) manual control. Five clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear
1st4.71
2nd3.14
3rd2.10
4th1.67
5th1.29
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.30
Axle gear ratios3.21, 3.55, 3.92 (Rebel only)
Transmission: TorqueFlite 8HP70 eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 and select 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 equipped trucks
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control, automatic or ERS manual control. Five clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear
1st4.71
2nd3.14
3rd2.10
4th1.67
5th1.29
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.30
Axle gear ratios3.21 (excluding 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6), 3.55 (excluding 5.7-liter HEMI V-8), 3.92
Transfer case: BW 44-45 part-time+
Availability3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4
Shift mechanismElectric
Available speedsTwo-speed
Operating modes2WD High; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked
Low-range ratio2.64
Center differential typeNone
Transfer case: BW 44-44 on-demand+
Availability3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4
Shift mechanismElectric
Available speedsTwo-speed
Operating modes2WD High; 4WD Auto; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked
Low-range ratio2.64
Center differential typeNone
Axles+
FrontZF 215 mm
RearC235 mm (available limited slip)
Available ratios3.21, 3.55, 3.92
Electrical system+
ArchitecturePowernet
Alternator160-amp, 180-amp, 220-amp (Stop-start system and Special Services Package) 230-amp (3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6)
BatteryGroup 65, low-maintenance 730 CCA (Stop-start features 800 CCA absorbed glass mat)
Suspension+
FrontUpper and lower A-arms, coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar. Optional air suspension replaces twin-tube shock absorbers and coil springs. Rebel features Bilstein monotube shocks with air suspension
RearFive-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid axle. Optional air suspension replaces twin-tube shock absorbers and coil springs. Rebel features Bilstein monotube shocks with air suspension
Brakes+
Front: size and type13.2 x 1.1 (336 x 28) vented disc with 2.13 (54) Two-piston pin-slider caliper and anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Front: swept area292 sq. in. (1,884 sq. cm)
Rear: size and type13.8 x 0.87 (352 x 22) disc with 2.13 (54) Single-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
Rear: swept area274 sq. in. (1,768 sq. cm)
Power-assistDual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
Air bags+
Regular Cab6
Quad Cab6
Crew Cab6
Steering+
Power-assist—

The sheet prints Power-assist as a heading line with no value; the tables below carry the data.

Steering: Regular Cab+
2WD2WD4WD4WD
Box length6-ft. 4-in.8-ft.6-ft. 4-in.8-ft.
Wheelbase (nominal)120.5 (3,061)140.5 (3,569.2)120.5 (3,061)140.5 (3,569.2)
Overall steering ratio19.1:117.9:119.1:117.9:1
Steering wheel turns (lock-to-lock)3.53.33.53.3
Turning diameter – 17-in. tire -ft. (m)39.5 (12.0)45.1 (13.7)39.8 (12.1)45.4 (13.8)
Turning diameter – 20-in. tire - ft. (m)39.3 (12.0)44.9 (13.7)39.8 (12.1)45.5 (13.9)
Steering: Quad Cab+
2WD4WD
Box length6-ft. 4-in.6-ft. 4-in.
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.2)140.5 (3,569.2)
Overall steering ratio17.9:117.9:1
Steering wheel turns (lock-to-lock)3.33.3
Turning diameter – 17-in. tire -ft. (m)45.1 (13.7)45.4 (13.8)
Turning diameter – 20-in. tire - ft. (m)44.9 (13.7)45.5 (13.9)
Steering: Crew Cab+
2WD2WD4WD4WD
Box length5-ft. 7-in.6-ft. 4-in.5-ft. 7-in.6-ft. 4-in.
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.2)149.5 (3,797.3)140.5 (3,569.2)149.5 (3,797.3)
Overall steering ratio19.1:117.9:119.1:117.9:1
Steering wheel turns (lock-to-lock)3.53.33.53.3
Turning diameter – 17-in. tire -ft. (m)39.5 (12.0)45.1 (13.7)39.8 (12.1)45.4 (13.8)
Turning diameter – 20-in. tire - ft. (m)39.3 (12.0)44.9 (13.7)39.8 (12.1)45.5 (13.9)
Dimensions and capacities: cargo box+
5-ft. 7-in. (Crew)6-ft. 4-in. (Regular, Quad or Crew)8-ft. (Regular)
SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)50.3 (1.4)57.5 (1.6)74.7 (2.1)
Length at floor, tailgate closed67.4 (1,712.4)76.3 (1,938.5)98.3 (2,496.5)
Cargo width66.4 (1,686.9)66.4 (1,686.9)66.4 (1,686.9)
Distance between wheelhouses51 (1,295.4)51 (1,295.4)51 (1,295.4)
Depth20.0 (508.6)20.1 (511.1)20.2 (513.0)
Tailgate opening width60.4 (1,535.3)60.4 (1,535.3)60.4 (1,535.3)
Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab pickup (265/70R17 tires)+
2WD 6-ft. 4-in. box2WD 8-ft. box4WD 6-ft. 4-in. box4WD 8-ft. box
Wheelbase (nominal)120.5 (3,061.2)140.5 (3,569.2)120.5 (3,062.5)140.5 (3,570.2)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.2 (1,732.3)68.2 (1,732.3)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length209.0 (5,308.5)231.0 (5,866.5)209.0 (5,308.5)231.0 (5,866.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height74.6 (1,894.2)74.4 (1,889.2)75.2 (1,910.4)75.0 (1,906.2)
Ground clearance: front axle9.0 (229.3)9.0 (229.2)9.2 (232.6)9.2 (232.7)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.7 (221.2)8.7 (221.5)8.6 (219.2)8.6 (219.5)
Open tailgate to ground34.8 (883.4)34.6 (878.3)35.0 (889.6)34.9 (885.3)
Pickup body height20.1 (511.1)20.2 (513.0)20.1 (511.1)20.2 (513.0)
Approach angle (degrees)15.615.717.717.8
Departure angle (degrees)25.224.125.624.4
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)21.519.222.920.5
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup (265/70R17 tires)+
2WD4WD
Box length6-ft. 4-in. and 8-ft.6-ft. 4-in. and 8-ft.
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.2)140.5 (3,570.2)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.2 (1,732.3)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height77.2 (1,960.2)77.7 (1,974.8)
Dimensions and capacities: Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup, ground clearance and angles (265/70R17 tires)+
2WD 6-ft. 4-in. box2WD 8-ft. box4WD 6-ft. 4-in. box4WD 8-ft. box
Ground clearance: front axle9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)
Ground clearance: rear axle9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)
Open tailgate to ground33.4 (847.2)34.9 (885.7)35.6 (904.1)36.9 (936.7)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle (degrees)16.620.922.924.0
Departure angle (degrees)19.421.322.223.6
Ramp breakover angle without skid plate17.120.622.524.2
Ramp breakover angle with skid plate13.817.018.720.3
Ground clearance without skid plate7.4 (187.2)9.4 (239.8)10.6 (269.5)11.4 (290.8)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.7 (169.3)8.8 (222.8)9.9 (252.8)10.8 (273.7)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (265/70R17 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height75.2 (1,909.0)77.2 (1,962.0)78.2 (1,986.6)79.2 (2,013.0)
Ground clearance: front axle9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)
Open tailgate to ground32.8 (832.8)34.3 (871.2)35.0 (889.6)36.3 (922.2)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle (degrees)13.818.320.922.5
Departure angle (degrees)23.024.825.627.1
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)15.919.421.423.0
Ground clearance without skid plate6.7 (171.0)8.8 (223.5)10.0 (254)10.8 (274.3)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.0 (153.1)8.1 (205.7)9.3 (236.2)10.1 (256.5)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (275/60R20 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)
Track, front68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)
Track, rear68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height75.8 (1,924.4)77.8 (1,977.4)78.8 (2,002.0)79.9 (2,028.4)
Ground clearance: front axle9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)
Ground clearance: rear axle9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)
Open tailgate to ground33.4 (847.2)34.9 (885.7)35.6 (904.1)36.9 (936.7)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle (degrees)15.219.822.423.9
Departure angle (degrees)23.725.526.427.8
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)17.120.622.524.2
Ground clearance without skid plate7.4 (187.2)9.4 (239.8)10.6 (269.5)11.4 (290.8)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.7 (169.3)8.8 (222.8)9.9 (252.8)10.8 (273.7)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab pickup (265/70R17 tires)+
2WD 5-ft. 7-in. box2WD 6-ft. 4-in. box4WD 5-ft. 7-in. box4WD 6-ft. 4-in. box
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.2)149.4 (3,795.3)140.5 (3,570.2)149.4 (3,795.2)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.2 (1,732.3)68.2 (1,732.3)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)237.9 (6,042.6)229.0 (5,816.5)237.9 (6,042.6)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,016.6)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,016.6)
Overall height76.9 (1,953.8)76.8 (1,950.6)77.5 (1,967.9)77.4 (1,965.1)
Ground clearance: front axle9.0 (229.2)9.1 (231.1)9.2 (232.7)9.2 (235.2)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.7 (221.5)8.7 (220.5)8.6 (219.5)8.6 (218.3)
Open tailgate to ground34.6 (878.3)34.4 (874.0)34.9 (885.3)34.7 (880.8)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.1 (511.1)20.0 (508.6)20.1 (511.1)
Approach angle (degrees)15.716.017.818.0
Departure angle (degrees)25.124.924.725.2
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)19.218.520.519.7
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (265/70R17 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height74.9 (1,902.1)77.0 (1,955.1)77.9 (1,979.2)79.0 (2,006.1)
Ground clearance: front axle9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)9.1 (232.3)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)8.7 (220.0)
Open tailgate to ground32.8 (832.8)34.3 (871.2)35.0 (889.6)36.3 (922.2)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle (degrees)13.818.320.922.5
Departure angle (degrees)23.024.825.627.1
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)15.919.421.423.0
Ground clearance without skid plate6.7 (171.0)8.8 (223.5)10.0 (254)10.8 (274.3)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.0 (153.1)8.1 (205.7)9.3 (236.2)10.1 (256.5)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (275/60R20 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)
Track, front68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)
Track, rear68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height75.5 (1,917.4)77.6 (1,970.4)78.5 (1,994.5)79.6 (2,021.4)
Ground clearance: front axle9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)9.8 (248.5)
Ground clearance: rear axle9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)9.3 (235.0)
Open tailgate to ground33.4 (847.2)34.9 (885.7)35.6 (904.1)36.9 (936.7)
Pickup body height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle (degrees)15.219.822.423.9
Departure angle (degrees)23.725.526.427.8
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)17.120.622.524.2
Ground clearance without skid plate7.4 (187.2)9.4 (239.8)10.6 (269.5)11.4 (290.8)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.7 (169.3)8.8 (222.8)9.9 (252.8)10.8 (273.7)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (265/70R17 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)
Track, front68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)68.0 (1,728.2)
Track, rear67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)67.5 (1,714.7)
Overall length237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height74.7 (1,897.7)76.8 (1,950.7)77.8 (1,975.2)78.8 (2,001.7)
Ground clearance: front axle9.1 (231.6)9.1 (231.6)9.1 (231.6)9.1 (231.6)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.6 (217.7)8.6 (217.7)8.6 (217.7)8.6 (217.7)
Open tailgate to ground32.6 (827.9)34.1 (866.6)34.8 (885.2)36.1 (917.6)
Pickup body height20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)
Approach angle (degrees)13.818.320.922.5
Departure angle (degrees)22.824.625.526.9
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)15.318.720.522.2
Ground clearance without skid plate6.7 (170.0)8.8 (222.7)9.9 (252.4)10.8 (273.7)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.0 (152.3)8.1 (205.4)9.3 (235.4)10.1 (256.4)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4 (275/60R20 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road 1Off Road 2
Wheelbase (nominal)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)149.5 (3,798.0)
Track, front68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)68.6 (1,742.2)
Track, rear68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)
Overall length237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)237.9 (6,042.6)
Overall width79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)79.4 (2,017.4)
Overall height75.4 (1,914.5)77.5 (1,967.5)78.4 (1,991.9)79.5 (2,018.5)
Ground clearance: front axle9.8 (247.9)9.8 (247.9)9.8 (247.9)9.8 (247.9)
Ground clearance: rear axle9.2 (234.7)9.2 (234.7)9.2 (234.7)9.2 (234.7)
Open tailgate to ground32.3 (819.5)34.8 (883.9)35.5 (902.5)36.8 (934.9)
Pickup body height20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)20.1 (511.1)
Approach angle (degrees)15.519.722.323.9
Departure angle (degrees)22.525.526.427.8
Ramp breakover angle (degrees)16.419.821.723.3
Ground clearance without skid plate7.3 (185.8)9.4 (239.0)10.6 (268.7)11.4 (290.0)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.6 (168.8)8.7 (221.7)9.9 (251.7)10.7 (272.7)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box pickup, air suspension 4x2 and 4x4, Rebel (285/70R17 tires)+
Entry / ExitNormal Ride HeightOff Road
Wheelbase (nominal)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)140.5 (3,569.4)
Track, front68.6 (1,743.2)68.6 (1,743.2)68.6 (1,743.2)
Track, rear68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)68.0 (1,727.4)
Overall length229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)229.0 (5,816.5)
Overall width81.5 (2,070.8)81.5 (2,070.8)81.5 (2,070.8)
Overall height75.3 (1,913.7)78.1 (1,984.6)79.1 (2,010.2)
Ground clearance: front axle9.3 (237.3)9.3 (237.3)9.3 (237.3)
Ground clearance: rear axle8.8 (223.6)8.8 (223.6)8.8 (223.6)
Lift in height32.9 (835.3)35.4 (899.1)36.4 (924.7)
Pickup box height20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)20.0 (508.6)
Approach angle, degrees18.723.825.3
Departure angle, degrees18.921.923.0
Ramp breakover angle without skid plate17.723.625.4
Ramp breakover angle with skid plate13.018.019.6
Ground clearance without skid plate6.9 (175.5)10.0 (253.5)11.0 (279.1)
Ground clearance with skid plate6.2 (157.8)9.3 (236.3)10.3 (261.9)
Fuel-tank capacity (standard)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)26-gal. (98-liter)
Fuel-tank capacity (optional)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)32-gal. (121-liter)
Accommodations+
Regular CabQuad CabCrew Cab
Seating capacity, F/R3/0 or 2/03/3 or 2/33/3 or 2/3
Front: head room39.9 (1,013.5)41.0 (1,041.4)41.0 (1,041.4)
Front: legroom41.0 (1,041.4)41.0 (1,041.4)41.0 (1,041.4)
Front: shoulder room66.0 (1,676.4)66.0 (1,676.4)66.0 (1,676.4)
Front: hip room62.9 (1,598.7)63.2 (1,605.3)63.2 (1,605.3)
Front: seat travel9.0 (230.0)9.0 (230.0)9.0 (230.0)
Front: recliner range (degrees)85 (38 RWD, 47 FWD)56 (38 RWD 18 FWD)56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD)
Rear: head room—39.7 (1,008.4)39.9 (1,013.5)
Rear: legroom—34.7 (880.9)40.3 (1,023.3)
Rear: shoulder room—65.7 (1,668.8)65.7 (1,668.8)
Rear: hip room—62.9 (1,598.3)63.2 (1,605.3)
Interior volume: front – cu. ft. (cu. m)62.5 (1.8)64.2 (1.8)64.2 (1.8)
Interior volume: rear – cu. ft. (cu. m)—52.4 (1.5)61.1 (1.7)

Source: 2017 Ram 1500 Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2017 Ram 1500 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. Engines: see schedule title.

Service20k30k40k50k60k70k80k90k100k110k120k130k140k150k
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
1500 Models: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.
2500/3500 Models: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.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed automatic only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (six-speed automatic only).
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 oil and filter.
  • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
  • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
  • Lube the front drive shaft fitting (2500/3500 (4x4) models only).

2017 Ram 1500 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

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)1500 Regular Cab shortbed/Crew Quad Cab models26 gal98 L
1500 Regular Cab longbed/Crew Quad Cab models (optional)32 gal121 L
Engine oil with filter3.6L engine6 qt5.6 L
5.7L engines7 qt6.6 L
Cooling system3.6L engine13.7 qt13 L
5.7L engine, 1500 models18.3 qt17.3 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantOrganic Additive Technology (OAT), 10 year/150,000 mile formulaMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oil (3.6L engine)SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395Mopar (also Pennzoil, Shell Helix)
Engine oil (5.7L engine)SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395Mopar (also Pennzoil, Shell Helix)
Engine oil filterMopar brand oil filter—Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugsMopar spark plugs—Mopar Spark Plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmission (Eight-speed automatic)ZF 8 and 9 speed ATF, or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Automatic transmission (Six-speed automatic, gasoline engine)ATF+4—Mopar ATF+4
Transfer caseBW44-44 transfer case fluid—Mopar BW44-44 Transfer Case Fluid
Front axle (1500 four-wheel drive models)SAE 75W-85 GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant—Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85
Rear axle (1500 models)SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricantMS-A0160Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90
Limited-slip additive (1500 limited-slip rear axle)5 oz (148 mL) limited slip additive added to rear axleMS-10111Mopar Limited Slip Additive
Brake master cylinderDOT 3 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable)—Mopar DOT 3

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine87 octane Regular unleaded0-15%
3.6L Flex Fuel engine (if equipped)87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 85% (E85); E85 capable
5.7L engine87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy)0-15%

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Cone type130 ft-lb (176 N·m)M14 x 1.5022 mm
Flanged type129 ft-lb (175 N·m)M14 x 1.5022 mm
  • Fuel tank, oil and coolant capacities are approximate and printed for the manual's covered models.
  • E85 operation reduces fuel economy and range by about 30% versus gasoline.
  • FFV engine oil must meet MS-6395.
  • Mopar SAE 5W-30 meeting MS-6395 may be used if 5W-20 is not available (3.6L).
  • Dual wheels (3500) use two-piece lug nuts; not applicable to 1500.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2017 Ram 1500 owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2017 model year.

2017 Ram 1500 questions

How much oil does the 2017 Ram 1500 take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engines, 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 2017 Ram 1500 use?

3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar brand oil filter.

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2017 Ram 1500?

At 20,000 miles: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; 2500/3500 models: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; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2017 Ram 1500 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.