2012 Ram 2500 Oil Change: Specs & Service

The service addresses the core maintenance items that help keep the 5.7-liter V8 properly lubricated. Engine oil carries heat and debris, while the filter captures contaminants before they circulate. Booking also creates a service-history entry for the vehicle.

• Drain and refill with the manufacturer-specified oil grade and capacity
• Install a new oil filter
• Reset the oil-life monitor and check underhood fluid levels

The 2012 Ram 2500 uses a 5.7-liter V8 producing 383 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Towing, stop-and-go driving, and engine heat make clean lubrication important. Drivers may first notice an oil-change reminder, dark or low oil on the dipstick, or a ticking or louder start-up sound.

• Oil appearance alone does not determine its condition
• Heat and debris-handling ability decline over time
• A service visit logs maintenance against the vehicle history

The dealership services Dodge, RAM, Chrysler, and Jeep vehicles. The oil-change visit includes oil and filter replacement, an oil-life monitor reset, and an underhood fluid-level check. Drivers can schedule service online.

• Location: 10101 West Papago Freeway, Avondale, AZ 85323
• Service: oil and filter replacement
• Phone: 480-207-2126

These signs should be treated as reasons to arrange an inspection rather than as a substitute for mileage- and time-based maintenance. The oil change replaces the used oil and filter, then resets the oil-life monitor. The technician also checks underhood fluid levels during the visit.

• Oil-change reminder light or mileage past the last service
• Dark-looking or low oil on the dipstick
• Ticking or louder engine sound at start-up

The visit also includes an oil-life monitor reset and an underhood fluid-level check. Service records document the completed maintenance against the vehicle history. Schedule through the dealership's service page or call the Avondale team.

• Manufacturer-specified oil grade and capacity
• New oil filter
• Oil-life monitor reset and underhood fluid check

Peak power is reached at 5,600 rpm and peak torque at 4,000 rpm. Across five trims, the pickup is offered with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. Regular oil maintenance supports the engine's lubrication system.

• Engine layout: V8
• Fuel: regular unleaded
• Transmission: six-speed automatic

Towing capability varies by trim and configuration, including drivetrain and body style. The model is available as a Crew Cab or Mega Cab with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Regular oil service is especially relevant for engines used in demanding towing cycles.

• Maximum towing range: 14,100–14,650 pounds
• Drivetrains: rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive
• Body styles: Crew Cab and Mega Cab

The model uses regular unleaded fuel and has city fuel economy ranging from 12 to 14 MPG and highway fuel economy ranging from 15 to 20 MPG across trims. During an oil-change visit, the underhood fluid levels are checked as part of the service.

• Fuel capacity: 34 gallons
• Fuel type: regular unleaded
• City MPG range: 12–14

The oil-life monitor is reset after service, and underhood fluid levels are checked. The manufacturer maintenance interval for this model year is not stated here, so drivers should follow the maintenance information specific to their vehicle rather than rely on an invented mileage or time interval. Bring your 2012 Ram 2500 to Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale in Avondale for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.

After the oil and filter are replaced, the oil-life monitor is reset and underhood fluid levels are checked. The completed visit is logged against the vehicle's history, giving the owner a clear maintenance record. Drivers can schedule service online or call 480-207-2126 to arrange an appointment at Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale.

Service covers draining and refilling the engine oil, installing a new filter, resetting the oil-life monitor, and checking underhood fluid levels. Common reminders include a service light, dark or low dipstick oil, or a ticking or louder start-up note. Schedule service online or call 480-207-2126 for the Avondale service department.