Ram 1500 Long Term Maintenance Schedule
If you’re the owner of a Ram 1500, then we’ll bet that you’re proud of your truck; as you should be, after all. Not only is the Ram 1500 one of the toughest, strongest, and most durable trucks on the road today, but it is also sure to serve you well for many, many years to come. That is, of course, contingent on the fact that you take good care of it. Not just when you get it and it’s still brand-new, but also through all the scrapes and bruises that it’s sure to accumulate throughout its lifetime. In other words, the better you take care of your truck, the better—and longer—it will take care of you. That said, a proper long term maintenance schedule for your Ram 1500 can truly make a world of difference. As always, our team at Rairdon’s Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Marysville has got you covered. Keep on reading to check out our recommended Ram 1500 long term maintenance schedule.
How to Plan Out Service for Your Ram 1500
Before we get into all the details, please note that the list below includes our own personal recommendations in addition to those of the automaker. Everyone’s truck, lifestyle, and driving habits are a little bit different, but we have found that this schedule works well for our clientele as well as ourselves. If you have any questions about the timelines, services, or anything else listed below, please feel free to get in touch with our team via the links and contact methods we’ve included at the end of the blog. With all of that in mind, let’s get started!
For its flagship, half-ton 1500 pickup truck, the official Ram maintenance schedule goes up to 144,000 miles. Of course, with proper care and diligence, one can certainly put many more miles on their truck. As for how to plan out service for your Ram 1500, the first 16,000 miles are relatively simple, as Ram only suggests an oil change and tire rotation every 8,000 miles. Then, when you reach 20,000 miles, the automaker adds several other services and inspections to its routine maintenance checklist. Listed below is the official Ram 1500 maintenance schedule as well as our own personal recommendations on how to get the most out of your truck.
| 8,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
|---|---|
| 16,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 20,000 Miles | Inspect brake pads, tie rods, and all front suspension components |
| 24,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 30,000 Miles | Inspect brakes, front suspension components, CV joints, transfer case fluid, and the condition of the transfer case and axle |
| 32,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, air filter replacement, spark plug replacement |
| 40,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 48,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, spark plug replacement |
| 56,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 60,000 Miles | Inspect brakes and suspension components. Check and/or replace: transmission fluid, engine coolant, transfer case fluid, and brake fluid. Inspect all filters. |
| 64,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, air filter replacement, spark plug/wires replacement |
| 72,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 80,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, cooling system flush |
| 88,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 96,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, air filter replacement, spark plug/wires replacement |
| 100,000 Miles | Inspect brakes and suspension components and CV joints. Check and/or replace: transmission fluid, engine coolant, transfer case fluid, and brake fluid. Inspect all filters. |
| 104,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, cooling system flus |
| 112,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, serpentine/drive belt replacement, transmission fluid service, transfer case fluid service |
| 120,000 Miles | Inspect brakes and suspension components. Check and/or replace engine coolant and brake fluid |
| 128,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, air filter replacement, spark plug/wires replacement |
| 136,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation |
| 144,000 Miles | Oil change, tire rotation, spark plug replacement, cabin air filter replacement |
Contact Our Team at Rairdon’s Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Marysville
Now that you’ve learned everything you need to know about a healthy Ram 1500 long-term maintenance schedule, what’s next on your to-do list? Whether it’s scheduling a service appointment, financing your repairs, or even taking a look at our new car inventory, we would be more than happy to assist you in any way we can. For more information, please feel to contact our team at Rairdon’s Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Marysville today. To do so, simply fill out and submit our online form, give us a call at 844-391-8570, or visit the dealership in person at 16610 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington, WA 98223. In any case, we hope to serve you soon!
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