Ram Chassis Cab · Model year 2016

2016 Ram Chassis Cab specs, maintenance & manuals

Owner and shopper reference for the 2016 Ram Chassis Cab, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 12 manufacturer publications.

Schedule covers: 150k miles
Publications: 12

2016 Ram Chassis Cab specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheets.

General information+

Vehicle type	Chassis Cab: Regular Cab and Crew Cab
Assembly plant	Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
EPA vehicle class	Large Pickup
Introduction	2007 Model Year

Engine: 6.4-liter Hemi V-8+

Availability	Standard
Type and description	Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, variable-valve timing (VVT)
Displacement	392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6)
Valve system	VVT, push-rod operated overhead valves (16, two per cylinder), eight de-activating and eight hydraulic lifters with roller followers
Fuel injection	Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Construction	Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression ratio	10:1
Power	410 hp (302 kW) @ 5,600 rpm; Up to 370 hp (267kW) @ 4,600 rpm (over 10k rating)
Torque	429 lb.-ft. (582 N•m) at 4,000 rpm
Maximum engine speed	5,800 rpm limited; 4,800 rpm with Aisin transmission
Fuel requirement	Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil capacity	7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant capacity	16.6 quarts (15.75 liters)
Emission control	Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic EGR and individual cylinder fuel control

Engine: 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel I-6+

Availability	Manual six-speed transmission
Type and description	Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement	408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124)
Valve system	OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters
Fuel injection	Electronic high-pressure common rail
Construction	Cast-iron block and head
Compression ratio	17.3:1
Power	320 hp (239 kW) @ 2,800 rpm
Torque	650 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) @ 1,400 rpm
Maximum engine speed	3,200 rpm
Fuel requirement	Ultra-low sulfur diesel
Oil capacity	12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter
Coolant capacity	23.8 quarts (22.5 liters)
Emission controls	Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Engine: 6.7-liter high output Cummins turbo diesel I-6+

Availability	Optional (Aisin six-speed automatic)
Type and description	Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement	408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124)
Valve system	OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters
Fuel injection	Electronic high-pressure common rail
Construction	Cast-iron block and head
Compression ratio	17.3:1
Power	325 hp (242 kW) @ 2,400 rpm
Torque	750 lb.-ft. (1,017 N•m) @ 1,500 rpm
Maximum engine speed	3,200 rpm
Fuel requirement	Ultra-low sulfur diesel
Oil capacity	12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter
Coolant capacity	23.8 quarts (22.5 liters)
Emission controls	Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Transmission: G56 — manual six-speed overdrive+

Availability	6.7-liter diesel
Description	Synchronized in all gears
1st	5.94
2nd	3.28
3rd	1.98
4th	1.31
5th	1.0
6th	0.74
Reverse	5.42
Axle ratios	3500: 3.42, 3.73, 4.10
PTO	Left -or right-side with split shaft capability

Transmission: 66RFE — automatic six-speed+

Availability	5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8
Description	Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.23
2nd	1.84
3rd	1.41
4th	1.00
5th	0.82
6th	0.63
Reverse	4.44
Axle ratios	5.7-liter: 4.10; 6.4-liter: 4.10

Transmission: AS66RC — automatic six-speed+

Availability	6.4-liter HEMI V-8
Description	Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.75
2nd	2.0
3rd	1.34
4th	1.0
5th	0.77
6th	0.63
Reverse	3.54
Axle ratios	3500: 4.44
PTO	Left- or right-side capability

Transmission: AS69RC — automatic six-speed+

Availability	6.7-liter diesel
Description	Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.75
2nd	2.0
3rd	1.34
4th	1.0
5th	0.77
6th	0.63
Reverse	3.54
Axle ratios	3500: 3.42, 3.73, 4.10
PTO	Left -or right-side with split shaft capability

Transfer cases: BW 44-46, BW 44-47+

Availability	Optional on 6.7-liter diesel, 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8
Type	Part-time – BW 44-47 manual shift and BW 44-46 electric shift
Operating modes	2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low
Low-range ratio	2.64
Center differential	None

Axles+

See Feature Availability chart

Electrical system+

See Feature Availability chart

Suspension+

Front	Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid axle
Rear	Hotchkiss leaf spring suspension, solid axle

Brakes+

Front	360 x 39 vented disc with 2 x 60 front caliper
Rear	358 x 34 vented disc with 2 x 45 caliper for SRW, 2 x 51 for DRW
Power-assist	Hydroboost

Air bags+

Regular Cab	2
Crew Cab	2

Steering+

Power-assist

Hydraulic assist

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 143.5-in. WB 60-in. CA SRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	143.5	143.5
Turning diameter(a)	45.0	55.5
Track Width – Front	76.0	76.0
Track Width – Rear	73.6	73.6
Overall Length	234.3	234.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9	78.9
Overall Height	80.1	80.1
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3	8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4	8.4
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.3	28.3
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	23.7	23.7
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.1	31.1

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 143.5-in. WB 60-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	143.5	143.5
Turning diameter(a)	55.5	45.0
Track Width – Front	76.0	76.0
Track Width – Rear	73.6	73.6
Overall Length	234.3	234.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9	78.9
Overall Height	80.1	80.1
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3	8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4	8.4
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.3	28.3
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	23.7	23.7
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.1	31.1

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 167.5-in. WB 84-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	167.5	167.5
Turning diameter(a)	51.75	51.75
Track Width – Front	76.0	76.0
Track Width – Rear	73.6	73.6
Overall Length	258.3	258.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9	78.9
Overall Height	80.0	80.0
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3	8.7
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4	8.4
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.4	28.4
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	20.8	20.8
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.0	31.0

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 172.4-in. WB 60-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	172.4	172.4
Turning diameter(a)	53.17	53.17
Track Width – Front	76.0	76.0
Track Width – Rear	73.6	73.6
Overall Length	282.3	282.3
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9	78.9
Overall Height	79.9	79.9
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3	8.8
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4	8.4
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.5	28.5
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	18.2	18.2
Departure Angle (degrees)	30.9	30.9

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Accommodations+

	Regular Cab	Crew Cab
Seating Capacity, F/R	3/0 or 2/0	3/3 or 2/3
Front	—	—
Headroom	39.9 (1,013.5)	41.0 (1,040.5)
Legroom	41 (1,041.4)	41 (1,041.4)
Shoulder Room	66 (1,676.4)	66 (1,676.4)
Hip Room	62.9 (1,598.7)	63.2 (1,605.3)
Seat Travel	9.0 (230.0)	9.0 (230.0)
Recliner Range (degrees)	85 (38 RWD, 47 FWD)	56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD)
Rear	—	—
Headroom	—	39.9 (1,013.5)
Legroom	—	40.3 (1,023.3)
Shoulder Room	—	65.7 (1,668.8)
Hip Room	—	63.2 (1,605.3)
Interior Volume	—	—
Front – cu. ft. (cu. m)	62.5 (1.8)	64.2 (1.8)
Rear – cu. ft. (cu. m)	—	61.1 (1.7)

Source: 2016 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab Specifications (Stellantis media site).

General information+

Vehicle type	Chassis Cab: Regular Cab and Crew Cab, 2WD, 4WD
Assembly plant	Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
EPA vehicle class	Medium Heavy Duty
Introduction	2008 Model Year

Engine: 6.4-liter Hemi V-8+

Availability	Standard
Type and description	Eight-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled, with variable-valve timing (VVT)
Displacement	392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6)
Valve system	VVT, push-rod operated overhead valves (16, two per cylinder), eight de-activating and eight hydraulic lifters with all roller followers
Fuel injection	Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Construction	Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression ratio	10:1
Power (SAE gross)	366 hp (302 kW) @ 4,500 rpm
Torque (SAE gross)	429 lb.-ft. (582 N•m) at 4,500 rpm
Maximum engine speed	4,800 rpm limited with Aisin
Fuel requirement	Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil capacity	7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant capacity	18.3 quarts (17.3 liters)
Emission control	Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic EGR and individual cylinder fuel control

Engine: 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel I-6+

Availability	Manual six-speed transmission
Type and description	Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement	408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124)
Valve system	OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters
Fuel injection	Electronic high-pressure common rail
Construction	Cast-iron block and head
Compression ratio	17.3:1
Power (SAE gross)	320 hp (239 kW) @ 2,800 rpm
Torque (SAE net)	650 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) @ 1,400 rpm
Maximum engine speed	3,200 rpm
Fuel requirement	Ultra low-sulfur diesel
Oil capacity	12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter
Coolant capacity	23.8 quarts (22.5 liters)
Emission controls	Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Engine: 6.7-liter high output Cummins turbo diesel I-6+

Availability	Optional with Aisin six-speed automatic
Type and description	Six-cylinder, inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement	408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm)
Bore x stroke	4.21 x 4.88 (107 x 124)
Valve system	OHV, 24 valves, solid lifters
Fuel injection	Electronic high-pressure common rail
Construction	Cast-iron block and head
Compression ratio	17.3:1
Power (SAE gross)	325 hp (242 kW) @ 2,400 rpm
Torque (SAE gross)	750 lb.-ft. (1,017 N•m) @ 1,500 rpm
Maximum engine speed	3,200 rpm
Fuel requirement	Ultra low-sulfur diesel
Oil capacity	12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter
Coolant capacity	23.8 quarts (22.5 liters)
Emission controls	Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Transmission: G56 — manual six-speed overdrive+

Availability	6.7-liter diesel
Description	Synchronized in all gears
1st	5.94
2nd	3.28
3rd	1.98
4th	1.31
5th	1.0
6th	0.74
Reverse	5.42
Axle ratios	4500: 4.10, 4.44; 5500: 4.10, 4.44
PTO	Left -or right-side with split shaft capability

Transmission: AS66RC — automatic six-speed+

Availability	6.4-liter HEMI V-8
Description	Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.75
2nd	2.0
3rd	1.34
4th	1.0
5th	0.77
6th	0.63
Reverse	3.54
Axle ratios	4500: 4.44, 4.88; 5500: 4.88
PTO	Left- or right-side capability

Transmission: AS69RC — automatic six-speed+

Availability	6.7-liter diesel
Description	Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.75
2nd	2.0
3rd	1.34
4th	1.0
5th	0.77
6th	0.63
Reverse	3.54
Axle ratios	4500: 4.10, 4.44; 5500: 4.10, 4.44 and 4.88
PTO	Left -or right-side with split shaft capability

Transfer cases: BW 44-46, BW 44-47+

Availability	Optional on 6.7-liter diesel and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8
Type	– Part-time BW 44-47 manual shift and BW 44-46 electric shift
Operating modes	2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low
Low-range ratio	2.64
Center differential	None

Axles+

See feature availability chart

Electrical system+

See feature availability chart

Suspension+

Front	5-link suspension
Rear	Hotchkiss leaf spring suspension, solid axle

Brakes+

Front: Size and type	Rotors 15.3 x 1.5 (390 x 39) vented disc with 2-piston 2.6 (66) caliper
Rear: Size and type	Rotors 15.3 x 1.5 (390 x 39) vented disc with 2-piston 2.6 (66) caliper
Power-assist type	Hydro-boost

Air bags+

Regular Cab	2
Crew Cab	2

Steering+

Power-assist

Hydraulic assist

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 144.5-in. WB 60-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	144.5 (3,670.3)	144.5 (3,670.3)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	41.7 (12.7)	41.7 (12.7)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	234.3 (5,951.2)	234.3 (5,951.2)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9 (2,004.1)	78.9 (2,004.1)
Overall Height	80.1 (2,034.5)	80.1 (2,034.5)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.7 (221)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.3	28.3
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	23.7	23.7
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.1	31.1

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 168.5-in. WB 84-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	168.5 (4,279.9)	168.5 (4,279.9)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	47.95 (14.6)	47.95 (14.6)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	258.3 (6,560.8)	258.3 (6,560.8)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9 (2,004.1)	78.9 (2,004.1)
Overall Height	80.0 (2,032)	80.0 (2,032)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.7 (221)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.4	28.4
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	20.8	20.8
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.0	31.0

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 192.5-in. WB 108-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	192.5 (4,889.5)	192.5 (4,889.5)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	54.09 (16.5)	54.09 (16.5)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	282.3 (7,170.4)	282.3 (7,170.4)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9 (2,004.1)	78.9 (2,004.1)
Overall Height	79.9 (2,029.5)	79.9 (2,029.5)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.8 (223.5)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.5	28.5
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	18.2	18.2
Departure Angle (degrees)	30.9	30.9

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Regular Cab 204.5-in. WB 120-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	204.5 (5,194.3)	204.5 (5,194.3)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	57.2 (17.4)	57.2 (17.4)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	294.3 (7,475.2)	294.3 (7,475.2)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	78.9 (2,004.1)	78.9 (2,004.1)
Overall Height	79.8 (2,026.9)	79.8 (2,026.9)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.7 (221)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.6	28.6
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	17.2	17.2
Departure Angle (degrees)	30.8	30.8

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 173.4-in. WB 60-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	173.4 (4,404.4)	173.4 (4,404.4)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	49.2 (15)	49.2 (15)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	263.2 (6,685.3)	263.2 (6,685.3)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	79.1 (2,009.1)	79.1 (2,009.1)
Overall Height	80.6 (2,047.2)	80.6 (2,047.2)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.7 (221)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.5	28.5
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	20.4	20.4
Departure Angle (degrees)	31.0	31.0

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Dimensions and capacities: Crew Cab 197.4-in. WB 84-in. CA DRW+

	4x2	4x4
Wheelbase	197.4 (5,014)	197.4 (5,014)
Turning Diameter – ft. (m)(a)	55.7 (17)	55.7 (17)
Track Width – Front	76.0 (1,930.4)	76.0 (1,930.4)
Track Width – Rear	73.6 (1,869.4)	73.6 (1,869.4)
Overall Length	287.2 (7,294.9)	287.2 (7,294.9)
Overall Width @ Single Ground Reference Point (SgRP) Front	79.1 (2,009.1)	79.1 (2,009.1)
Overall Height	80.5 (2,044.7)	80.5 (2,044.7)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Front	10.3 (261.6)	8.7 (221)
Suspension or Axle to Ground – Rear	8.4 (213.4)	8.4 (213.4)
Approach Angle (degrees)	28.6	28.6
Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)	17.8	17.8
Departure Angle (degrees)	30.8	30.8

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Accommodations+

	Regular Cab	Crew Cab
Seating Capacity, F/R	3/0 or 2/0	3/3 or 2/3
Front	—	—
Headroom	39.9 (1,013.5)	41.0 (1,041.4)
Legroom	41 (1,041.4)	41 (1,041.4)
Shoulder Room	66 (1,676.4)	66 (1,676.4)
Hip Room	62.9 (1,598.7)	63.2 (1,605.3)
Seat Travel	9.0 (230.0)	9.0 (230.0)
Recliner Range (degrees)	85 (38 RWD, 47 FWD)	56 (38 RWD, 18 FWD)
Rear	—	—
Headroom	—	39.9 (1,013.5)
Legroom	—	40.3 (1,023.3)
Shoulder Room	—	65.7 (1,668.8)
Hip Room	—	63.2 (1,605.3)
Interior Volume	—	—
Front – cu. ft. (cu. m)	62.5 (1.8)	64.2 (1.8)
Rear – cu. ft. (cu. m)	—	61.1 (1.7)

Source: 2016 Ram 4500/5500 Chassis Cab Specifications (Stellantis media site).

Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2016 feature availability guide.

Only rows that differ

Showing 100 of 221 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available

Feature	TradesmanReg/Crew	SLTReg/Crew	LaramieCrew
Mechanical
180-amp, standard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel	✓	✓	✓
220-amp, optional with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel engines; included on 6.4-liter and 6.7-liter engines on models equipped with Heavy Duty Snowplow Prep Group (included with Ambulance Prep Group)	O/P	O/P	O/P
Dual alternators (380 amps) with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and (440 amps) available with 6.7-liter diesel engine
Diesel and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 maximum speed settings — 60 mph, 65 mph, 70 mph, 77 mph
Engine block heater — optional with gas, included with Cold Weather Group with diesel engine	O/P	O/P	O/P
Engine cooling — heavy duty	✓	✓	✓
Axle — front, 5,500-lb. GAWR with gas engines (DRW models only)	✓	✓	✓
Axle — front, 6,000-lb. GAWR with 6.7-liter diesel engine	✓	✓	✓
Axle — rear, anti-spin differential	✓	✓	✓
Axle — rear, 3.42 ratio (6.7-liter engine models only)
Axle — rear, 3.73 ratio (6.7-liter engine models only)	✓	✓	✓
Axle — rear, 4.10 ratio (standard with 6.4-liter HEMI engine) (optional with 6.7-liter diesel engine)	S/O	S/O	S/O
Axle — rear 4.44 ratio, 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 with Aisin transmission
Axle — rear, 11.50-in. (included with SRW Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Axle — rear, 11.50-in. (DRW models only)	✓	✓	✓
Axle — front, 6,000-lb. and 6,500-lb. GAWR with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8	✓	✓	✓
Axle — front, 7,000-lb. GAWR with 6.4-liter engine
Axle — front, 7,000-lb. GAWR with 6.7-liter diesel	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Axle — front, 7,250-lb. GAWR with 6.7-liter diesel
Axle — rear, anti-spin differential	✓	✓	✓
Axle — rear, 4.10 ratio, (standard on 6.7-liter 4500) (standard on 6.7-liter engine with manual transmission 5500), (optional with 6.7-liter engine with automatic transmission 5500)	S/O	S/O	S/O
Axle — rear, 4.44 ratio (standard on 6.4-liter 4500), (optional on 6.7-liter 4500), (standard on 6.7-liter engine with automatic transmission 5500) (optional on 6.7-liter engine with manual transmission 5500)	O/S	O/S	O/S
Axle — rear, 4.88 ratio (optional on 6.4-liter 4500) (standard on 6.4-liter 5500) (optional on 6.7-liter engine with automatic transmission 5500)	S/O	S/O	S/O
Axle — rear, Dana S111, (12,000-lb. 4,500 GAWR) (13,500-lb. 5,500 GAWR)	✓	✓	✓
Battery — 730-amp (one per vehicle with gas) (two per vehicle with diesel)	✓	✓	✓
B20 bio diesel engine
Diesel exhaust brake — (smart exhaust brake capability) packaged with 6.7-liter engine	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Engine shut-off timer — 6.7-liter and 6.4-liter engines, (5 minutes) (Dealer programmable for 15, 30 or 60 minutes)
Dual fuel tank option (52 and 22 gallons/74 gallons total)
Fuel tank — 22-gal. mid-ship tank available with gas or diesel engine (replaces 52-gal.)
Power take-off (PTO) — available with 6.7-liter and 6.4-liter engines with Aisin automatic and manual transmission (60 hp, 250 lb.-ft. torque)
PTO — left side with 6.7-liter and 6.4-liter engines, Aisin transmission and 4x2 only (45 hp, 250 lb.-ft. torque)
Split shaft PTO – packaged with 6.7-liter engine
Upfitter Electronic Interface Module — 50 plus inputs and outputs
52-gal. rear	✓	✓	✓
22-gal. mid-ship (available with gas or diesel)
Front, heavy-duty	✓	✓	✓
Rear, heavy-duty	✓	✓	✓
Skid plate — transfer case (4x4 only), included with Heavy Duty Snow Plow Prep Group	O/P	O/P	O/P
Stabilizer bar — front	✓	✓	✓
Steering — power, recirculating ball	✓	✓	✓
Tow hooks — optional with gas engine, included with diesel engine	O/S	O/S	O/S
Transfer CaseManual shift, part-time T-case, 4x4 only	✓	✓	—
Electric shift, part-time T-case, 4x4 only			✓
Exterior
Bright White Clear Coat
Red Pearl Coat
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Pearl White Clear Coat
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat
Black Gold Pearl Coat
True Blue Pearl Coat
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Blue Streak Pearl Coat
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Black Clear Coat
Flame Red Clear Coat
BadgeSLT	—	✓	—
Laramie	—	—	✓
Body-side moldings — chrome
BumperFront, black	✓	—	—
Front, chrome (included with Chrome Appearance Group)	Pkg	✓	✓
Cargo/CHMSL
Front, lower headlamp filler black (standard 4500 and 5500 models)	✓	✓	✓
Front, headlamp filler body-color (3500 only)	✓	✓	✓
Fog lamps — (also optional with Chrome Appearance Group)	Pkg		✓
Black insert and surround (new grille texture)	✓	✓	✓
GrilleChrome surround, black insert (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)	Pkg	✓	—
Chrome surround, chrome insert (new grille texture)	—	—	✓
Automatic on/off	✓	✓	✓
HeadlampsHalogen — Quad	✓	✓	—
Halogen — bi-function projector	—	—	✓
Key Alike feature — (allows for a single metal key to start multiple trucks)
Lamps — cab clearance	✓	✓	✓
MirrorsFolding trailer-tow, manual, black, Regular Cab only	✓	—	—
Power trailer-tow, heated, manual folding, black, includes exterior courtesy lamps and supplemental turn signal (standard on Crew Cab models) (included with Power Accessory or Power and Remote Entry Groups)	P/S	✓	—
Power multi-function trailer-tow, heated, manual folding, chrome, includes position memory, exterior courtesy lamps and supplemental turn signal	—	—	✓
Monotone Paint	✓	✓	✓
Front park assist
Rear park assist (shipped loose in cab and installed by upfitter)
Side steps — tubular, chrome
Wheel flares — front, 3500 only and body color
Tires — LT265/70R18E BSW on/off road (standard with SRW)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Tires — LT235/80R17E BSW all-season (DRW models only)	✓	✓	✓
Tires — LT235/80R17E OWL on/off road (4x4 DRW models only)
Tires — spare, full-size
Tires — 225/70R19.5G BSW all-position (4x2 models only)	✓	✓	✓
Tires — 225/70R19.5G BSW all-position front, rear traction (standard 4x4) (optional 4x2)	S/O	S/O	S/O
Tires — 225/70R19.5G BSW all-traction (4x4 only)
Tires — spare, full-size
Wheels — 3500Wheels — 18-in. x 7.5-in. styled steel, painted argent (standard with SRW Group)	✓	—	—
Wheels — 18-in. x 8.0-in. steel chrome clad (SRW Group Only) (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)		✓	—
Wheels — 18-in. x 8.0-in. polished aluminum (SRW Group Only)	—		✓
Wheels — 17-in. x 6-in. argent steel (DRW models only)	✓	—	—
Wheels — 17-in. x 6-in. bright wheel skins and center cap (DRW models only) (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)	Pkg	✓	—
Wheels — 17-in. x 6-in. aluminum (DRW models only)	—		✓
Wheels — 4500/5500Wheels — 19.5-in. x 6.0-in. steel	✓	✓	—
Wheels — 19.5-in. x 6.0-in. polished aluminum			✓
Wheel well flares — black (4500/5500 only)	✓	✓	✓
Wheel well flares — body color (3500 only)
Windshield wipers — variable-intermittent	✓	✓	✓
Interior
Air ConditioningBasic	✓	✓	—
Dual-zone temperature control	—	—	✓
Auxiliary — five switches standard (5th switch becomes PTO on/off when PTO is ordered)	✓	✓	✓
Assist handle — driver and passenger-side (A-pillar mounted handles)	✓	✓	✓
Center Stack BezelBlack	✓	—	—
Color-keyed	—	✓	—
Woodgrain insert	—	—	✓
Cigar lighter — included with Smokers Group	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
ConsoleFull-size floor center console (included with front bucket seats)	—	Pkg	Pkg
Overhead with map lights (packaged with Tradesman)	Pkg	✓	—
Overhead console with universal garage door opener (UGDO) — packaged with optional Luxury Group	—		✓
Door locks — manual, Regular Cab only	✓	—	—
Door locks — power (included in Power Accessory and Power and Remote Entry Groups; standard with Crew Cab ST)	P/S	✓	✓
Floor CoveringCarpet		✓	✓
Heavy-duty vinyl	✓
Floor MatsFront, carpeted (Regular Cab; included with carpet on ST models) (CLA)	Pkg	✓	—
Front and rear, carpeted (Crew Cab; included with carpet on ST models)	Pkg	✓	✓
Front rubber (Regular Cab)			—
Front and rear rubber (Crew Cab)			—
Instrument Cluster3.5-in. vehicle information display	✓	✓	—
7.0-in. electroluminescent vehicle information center	—	Pkg	✓
Black/Diesel Gray
Interior ColorCanyon Brown/Light Frost Beige	—
Black	—	—
MirrorsDay/night manual	✓	✓	—
Auto-dimming rearview day/night and handsfree phone microphone	—	Pkg	Pkg
Auto-dimming rearview day/night with camera display (required mirror with backup camera)	Pkg	Pkg	—
Day/night rearview mirror with handsfree phone microphone	Pkg	Pkg	✓
Passenger-side visor with mirror	✓	✓	—
Illuminated visor passenger and driver side (included with Luxury Group)	—	Pkg	✓
PedalsPower adjustable 3500, 4500, 5500; requires automatic transmission	—		—
Power adjustable with memory 3500, 4500, 5500; requires automatic transmission	—	—
Pickup box delete	✓	✓	✓
Belt, front shoulder, height adjustable	✓	✓	✓
Seats10-way power driver	—		—
10-way power driver with memory and six-way power passenger seats	—	—	✓
Heated, driver and front passenger, includes heated steering wheel	—		✓
Heated, second row	—	—	Pkg
Front center seat delete			—
Vinyl 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with folding center armrest/business console (Crew Cab models include folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl) Work grade vinyl seat optional on Tradesman	✓	—	—
Cloth-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with folding center armrest/business console (Crew Cab models include folding rear bench seat trimmed in cloth)		✓	—
Premium cloth-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench front seat, power 10-way driver seat, power lumbar adjust, folding center armrest/business console with center seat cushion storage and 115-volt auxiliary power outlet. (Crew Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in cloth) (Crew cab includes rear fold flat load floor)	—		—
Premium cloth-trimmed low-back bucket seats, power 10-way driver seat, power lumbar adjust, fixed center console and 115-volt auxiliary power outlet. (Crew Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in cloth) (Crew cab includes rear fold flat load floor)	—		—
Leather-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench heated front seats with power 10-way/memory for driver and power six-way passenger seat, power lumbar adjust, front center seat cushion storage and folding center armrest/business console and 115-volt auxiliary power outlet. (Crew Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl) (Front seat ventilation and additional leather added to front seats only) (Crew cab includes fold flat rear load floor)	—	—	✓
Leather-trimmed low-back, ventilated and heated bucket seats, includes power 10-way driver and power six-way passenger, power lumbar adjust, fixed center console, 115-volt auxiliary power outlet and heated 2nd row seats on Crew Cab models. (Crew Cab models include 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat trimmed in vinyl.) (Additional leather added to front seats only) (Crew Cab includes fold flat rear load floor)	—	—
Rear seat delete — available with Crew Cab only	—
Speed control	✓	✓	✓
Steering — tilt column	✓	✓	✓
Four-spoke, urethane	✓	✓	✓
Steering WheelLeather-wrapped with remote audio control buttons (packaged with Luxury Group and Comfort Group)	—	Pkg	✓
Heated (included with heated seats)	—	Pkg	✓
StorageFront seat center cushion (packaged with power 40/20/40 seats)	—	Pkg	✓
Front, behind seat (Regular Cab only)	✓	✓	—
Tray storage — front floor mounted on all 40/20/40 seats with automatic transmission, and manual shift T-case or manual transmission	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Turn signal — three blink, lane change feature	✓	✓	✓
Tip Start (included with automatic transmissions)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Multimedia
Power accessory delay	✓	✓	✓
Auxiliary PowerPower outlet — 115-volt auxiliary	—	Pkg	✓
Auxiliary power outlets — (one battery and one ignition fed)	✓	✓	✓
Uconnect Media Center 3.0 — AM/FM, with media hub (remote USB port, auxiliary jack input)	✓	✓	—
Uconnect 3.0 AM/FM/Bluetooth			—
Uconnect Media Center 5.0 — AM/FM, touchscreen display, media hub (remote USB port, auxiliary jack input), global positioning antenna input, Uconnect with Bluetooth, SiriusXM Radio			—
Uconnect Media Center 8.4A — AM/FM, touchscreen display, media hub (SD card slot, remote USB, auxiliary jack input), global positioning system — activation required, Uconnect with Bluetooth, SiriusXM Radio, Rcall/Ecall	—		✓
Uconnect Media Center 8.4AN — AM/FM, touchscreen display, media hub (SD card slot, remote USB, auxiliary jack input), GPS Navigation, Uconnect with Bluetooth, SiriusXM Radio, Rcall/Ecall, HD radio, SiriusXM Traffic, text	—
Radio controls — steering-wheel-mounted audio controls (included with leather-wrapped steering wheel and Luxury Group)	—	Pkg	✓
SiriusXM Radio		✓	✓
2.5-amp charging USB port	Pkg	Pkg	✓
Media hub with 1.5-amp fully functional USB port and auxiliary jack for mobile devices	✓	✓	—
Media hub with 1.5-amp fully functional USB port, auxiliary jack for mobile devices and SD card slot	—		S/O
Single disc remote CD player
Standard speakers (2)	✓	—	—
Standard speakers (6)	—	✓	✓
Premium speakers	—
Uconnect Phone — handsfree calling with Address Sync, Bluetooth and Voice Command			✓
Uconnect Web — Internet connection Wi-Fi Hot Spot, dealer installed authentic Ram Accessory by Mopar (subscription required; sold separately)
Interior
VisorsFront passenger, with mirror	✓	✓	—
Driver and front passenger, with illuminated vanity mirrors (included with Luxury Group)	—	Pkg	✓
WindowsManual (Regular Cab only)	✓	—	—
Power, front with driver's one-touch down (Regular Cab only) (Included with Power Accessories and Power Remote Entry Groups)	Pkg	✓	—
Power, front and rear with driver's one-touch down and up (Crew Cab models only)	✓	✓	✓
Rear backlight, fixed	✓	✓	✓
Rear backlight, manual sliding			—
Rear backlight, power sliding (Crew Cab models only)	—	—	✓
Rear window defrost — (available with fixed glass or power sliding rear windows)
Two extra base keys		—	—
Safety and Security
Advanced, multistage, front	✓	✓	✓
Air BagsDriver air bag only			—
Backup camera — shipped loose in cab and installed by upfitter; displays in rearview mirror or radio
Brakes — power-assisted four-wheel anti-lock disc	✓	✓	✓
D.O.T. roadside safety kit — includes three triangles, spare fuses, fire extinguisher and two red flags
Electronic stability control (ESC)	✓	✓	✓
Selective tire-pressure display (3500 only) (customer may select four or six tire display in the instrument cluster Electronic Vehicle Information Center menu)
Remote Keyless Entry — controls for power door locks, illuminated entry system, panic alarm, includes two transmitters (included with Power and Remote Entry Group)	P/O	✓	✓
Remote start system — requires automatic transmission	—		✓
Security Alarm	—		✓
Sentry Key Theft Deterrent — engine immobilizer	✓	✓	✓
9-1-1 call/Assist Call	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Red seat belts — Regular Cab only
Trailer brake control — electronic, fully integrated
Package Groups
Heavy Duty Front Suspension Group (4500/5500 only)7,250-lb. front GAWR with 6.7-liter engine and 6,500 lb. or 7,000 lb. with 6.4-liter engine
Ambulance Prep Group220-amp alternator, voltage monitoring automatic idle up system, electrical interface module
Cold Weather Groupengine block heater and winter front grille cover (requires diesel engine)
Comfort Groupcloth heated front seats, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls	—		—
Convenience GroupSmartBeam headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, remote proximity keyless entry, Keyless Enter ‘n Go	—	—
Chrome Appearance Groupchrome front bumper/grille		—	—
Luxury Groupsun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, glove box lamp, under hood lamp, rear dome lamp with on/off switch, 7.4-in. EVIC, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, universal garage door opener, auto-dim rearview mirror	—		—
Max Tow Packageavailable on (3500 30,000-lb. GCWR), (4500 32,500-lb. GCWR), (5500 37,500-lb. GCWR) (Includes axle ratio upgrade, underbody thermal shielding, transmission software calibration)
Power Accessory GroupRegular Cab only, includes power windows, power door locks and power trailer, folding exterior mirrors		—	—
Power and Remote Entry GroupRegular Cab only, includes power windows, power door locks, power trailer folding exterior mirrors and remote keyless entry		—	—
Rear Interior Trim Delete GroupRegular Cab only (eliminates center seat, rear trim panel, and rear floor tray)			—
Rollback Carrier Groupvoltage monitoring automatic idle up system (5500 Regular cab models only)			—
Single Rear Wheel Group3500 models only
Snow Plow Prep Group220-amp alternator with 6.4-liter and 6.7-liter engines, T-case skid plate and Heavy Duty front suspension (4500/5500). Available on 3500 4x4, and 4500/5500 4x2 and 4x4
Max Payload Packageavailable on 5500 with 6.4-liter engine
Smokers Groupashtray and cigar lighter
10K GVWR Packagetire-pressure monitoring and CHMSL. Available on 3500 single rear wheel only
15K GVWR Package15,000-lb. GVWR
16K GVWR Package16,000-lb. GVWR

Guide covers the 2016 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab; Tradesman and SLT columns apply to Regular and Crew Cab, Laramie to Crew Cab only.
Rear backlight, fixed: the Laramie code applies to Regular Cab; power sliding rear backlight on Laramie applies to Crew Cab.
The guide marks some options as fleet-only per its legend; no row is individually flagged in the table.

What each trim adds

Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.

SLT (Reg/Crew) over Tradesman (Reg/Crew)+17 standard +

✓Badge: SLT
✓Front, chrome (included with Chrome Appearance Group)
✓Chrome surround, black insert (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)
✓Power trailer-tow, heated, manual folding, black, includes exterior courtesy lamps and supplemental turn signal (standard on Crew Cab models) (included with Power Accessory or Power and Remote Entry Groups)
✓Wheels — 18-in. x 8.0-in. steel chrome clad (SRW Group Only) (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)
✓Wheels — 17-in. x 6-in. bright wheel skins and center cap (DRW models only) (packaged with Chrome Appearance Group)
✓Center Stack Bezel: Color-keyed
✓Overhead with map lights (packaged with Tradesman)
✓Door locks — power (included in Power Accessory and Power and Remote Entry Groups; standard with Crew Cab ST)
✓Floor Covering: Carpet
✓Front, carpeted (Regular Cab; included with carpet on ST models) (CLA)
✓Front and rear, carpeted (Crew Cab; included with carpet on ST models)
✓Cloth-trimmed 40/20/40 split-bench front seat with folding center armrest/business console (Crew Cab models include folding rear bench seat trimmed in cloth)
✓SiriusXM Radio
✓Standard speakers (6)
✓Power, front with driver's one-touch down (Regular Cab only) (Included with Power Accessories and Power Remote Entry Groups)
✓Remote Keyless Entry — controls for power door locks, illuminated entry system, panic alarm, includes two transmitters (included with Power and Remote Entry Group)

Standard on every trim (43)

6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine with VVT
180-amp, standard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel
Engine cooling — heavy duty
Axle — front, 5,500-lb. GAWR with gas engines (DRW models only)
Axle — front, 6,000-lb. GAWR with 6.7-liter diesel engine
Axles 3500: Axle — rear, anti-spin differential
Axle — rear, 3.73 ratio (6.7-liter engine models only)
Axle — rear, 11.50-in. (DRW models only)
Axle — front, 6,000-lb. and 6,500-lb. GAWR with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8
Axles 4500/5500: Axle — rear, anti-spin differential
Axle — rear, Dana S111, (12,000-lb. 4,500 GAWR) (13,500-lb. 5,500 GAWR)
Battery — 730-amp (one per vehicle with gas) (two per vehicle with diesel)
Fuel Tank: 52-gal. rear
Shock Absorbers: Front, heavy-duty
Shock Absorbers: Rear, heavy-duty
Stabilizer bar — front
Steering — power, recirculating ball
Front, lower headlamp filler black (standard 4500 and 5500 models)
Front, headlamp filler body-color (3500 only)
Black insert and surround (new grille texture)
Headlamps: Automatic on/off
Lamps — cab clearance
Monotone Paint
Tires — LT235/80R17E BSW all-season (DRW models only)
Tires — 225/70R19.5G BSW all-position (4x2 models only)
Wheel well flares — black (4500/5500 only)
Windshield wipers — variable-intermittent
Auxiliary — five switches standard (5th switch becomes PTO on/off when PTO is ordered)
Assist handle — driver and passenger-side (A-pillar mounted handles)
Pickup box delete
Seats: Belt, front shoulder, height adjustable
Speed control
Steering — tilt column
Steering Wheel: Four-spoke, urethane
Turn signal — three blink, lane change feature
Auxiliary Power: Power accessory delay
Auxiliary power outlets — (one battery and one ignition fed)
Power, front and rear with driver's one-touch down and up (Crew Cab models only)
Windows: Rear backlight, fixed
Air Bags: Advanced, multistage, front
Brakes — power-assisted four-wheel anti-lock disc
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Sentry Key Theft Deterrent — engine immobilizer

Source: 2016 Ram Chassis Cab Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.

2016 Ram Chassis Cab 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: 6.4L.

Your odometer

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, parking brake function.
Additional Maintenance
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 the automatic transmission fluid (AS66RC Transmission Only).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and sump filter (AS66RC Transmission Only).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (66RFE Transmission Only), if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) (66RFE transmission).
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.

Once a month or before a long trip

Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and automatic transmission and fill as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

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.

Gasoline engines

Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.

Severe duty

Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is operated predominately at idle or very low engine RPM's.

Footnote

** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.

Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.

2016 Ram Chassis Cab 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)	Standard rear tank	52 gal	197 L
	Optional midship tank	22 gal	83 L
Engine oil with filter	6.4L engine	7 qt	6.6 L
Cooling system	6.4L engine	16.6 qt	15.7 L
Diesel exhaust fluid tank (approximate)	Chassis Cab	9 gal	34 L
Engine oil with filter	6.7L Cummins turbo diesel	12 qt	11.4 L
Cooling system	6.7L Cummins turbo diesel (Mopar 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula coolant)	5.7 gal	21.4 L

Engine fluids

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Engine coolant	OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10-year/150,000-mile coolant	MS.90032	Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil (6.4L engine)	SAE 0W-40 full synthetic, API SN	MS-12633	Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40 or equivalent Mopar engine oil
Engine oil filter (6.4L engine)	—	—	Mopar Engine Oil Filters
Spark plugs (6.4L engine)	—	—	Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel selection (6.4L engine)	89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable, 0-15% ethanol	—	—
Engine coolant (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10-year/150,000-mile coolant	—	Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, ambient above 0°F (-18°C))	SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 required; Cummins CES 20081 products also acceptable	MS-10902	Mopar, Shell Rotella or Shell Rimula 15W-40
Engine oil (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, ambient below 0°F (-18°C))	SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API CJ-4 required	MS-10902	Mopar, Shell Rotella or Shell Rimula 5W-40 synthetic
Engine oil filter (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	—	—	Mopar Engine Oil Filters
Fuel filters (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	3 micron rating required	—	Mopar Fuel Filter
Crankcase ventilation filter (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	—	—	Mopar CCV Filter
Fuel selection (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	Ultra-low-sulfur highway diesel (15 ppm sulfur max), No. 2 diesel ASTM D975 Grade S15; B5 (ASTM D975), B20 (ASTM D7467) only if configured for B20	ASTM D975 Grade S15	—
Diesel exhaust fluid (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	DEF API certified to ISO 22241	ISO 22241	Mopar Diesel Exhaust Fluid (API Certified)

Chassis fluids & lubricants

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Automatic transmission (6.4L engine with 66RFE transmission)	ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid	—	Mopar ATF+4
Automatic transmission (6.4L engine with AS66RC transmission)	Mopar ASRC automatic transmission fluid or equivalent	—	Mopar ASRC Automatic Transmission Fluid
Transfer case	Transfer case fluid	—	Mopar BW44-44 Transfer Case Fluid
Front and rear axle fluid (4500/5500)	GL-5 SAE 75W-90 synthetic	MS-9763	—
Brake master cylinder	DOT 3 and SAE J1703; DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 is unavailable	SAE J1703	Mopar DOT 3
Power steering reservoir	Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid	—	Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4
Automatic transmission (6.7L Cummins turbo diesel with AS69RC transmission (all Chassis Cab models))	Mopar ASRC automatic transmission fluid or equivalent	—	Mopar ASRC Automatic Transmission Fluid
Front and rear axle fluid (4500/5500, 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel)	GL-5 SAE 75W-90 synthetic; limited-slip additive not required	—	—

Fuel

Engine	Minimum	Ethanol / biodiesel
6.4L engine	87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy)	0-15%
6.7L Cummins turbo diesel	Ultra-low-sulfur diesel	Up to B5 (ASTM D975); up to B20 (ASTM D7467) only on Chassis Cab configured for B20 by a dealer

Wheel lug nut torque

Wheels	Torque	Thread	Socket
Cone type	130 ft-lb (176 N·m)	M14 x 1.50	22 mm
Flanged type	129 ft-lb (175 N·m)	M14 x 1.50	22 mm

Dual wheels are flat mounted and center piloted; the two-piece dual-wheel lug nuts should be cleaned between the hex and washer when wheels are rotated or replaced.
Lug nut/bolt size must be the dealer-recommended type; clean off dirt and oil before tightening.
Diesel engine and its transmission are covered in a separate Diesel Supplement.
Diesel Supplement lists DEF tank as 5.5 gal for 2500/3500 pickups and 9 gal for Chassis Cab; only the Chassis Cab figure is kept here.

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

2016 Ram Chassis Cab owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.

Owner's manuals

Uconnect & radio

Supplements

Diesel SupplementSupplement (PDF)

Warranty

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.

2016 Ram Chassis Cab questions

How much oil does the 2016 Ram Chassis Cab take?

With a filter change: 6.4L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L and 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, 12 qt / 11.4 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2016 Ram Chassis Cab use?

6.4L engine: SAE 0W-40 full synthetic, API SN (MS-12633); 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, ambient above 0°F (-18°C): SAE 15W-40, API CJ-4 required; Cummins CES 20081 products also acceptable (MS-10902); and 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel, ambient below 0°F (-18°C): SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API CJ-4 required (MS-10902).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Ram Chassis Cab?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: 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, parking brake function. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2016 Ram Chassis Cab 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.

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