2012 Ram 3500 Oil Change: Specs & Service

Its 6.7-liter inline-six diesel produces 610 to 800 lb-ft of torque across the model range. Rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available, along with six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Proper oil service is important for an engine working through heavy towing cycles in and around Avondale.

• Maximum towing range: 16,850 to 22,750 pounds
• Engine: 6.7-liter diesel inline-six
• Peak torque: 610 to 800 lb-ft

The engine reaches peak power at 3,000 rpm and peak torque at 1,500 rpm. Six-speed manual and automatic transmissions are available, with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive depending on configuration. An oil change uses the engine-specified oil grade and capacity and includes a new filter.

• Displacement: 6,690 cc
• Fuel type: diesel
• Transmission choices: six-speed manual or automatic

Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale performs the service at 10101 West Papago Freeway in Avondale, AZ. The oil and filter are replaced using the grade and capacity specified for the engine. Booking also creates a service record for the vehicle’s history.

• Engine oil drained and refilled
• New oil filter installed
• Oil life monitor reset and fluid levels checked

Drivers may first notice an oil-change reminder light, mileage beyond the previous service, dark or low oil on the dipstick, or a ticking or louder engine at startup. Those signs are useful prompts to arrange service for a diesel truck used for daily driving, hauling, or towing around Avondale.

• Watch for an oil-change reminder
• Check for dark or low oil on the dipstick
• Pay attention to startup ticking or increased engine noise

The truck uses diesel fuel and returns 10 city MPG and 14 highway MPG across the model range. Fuel capacity and body configuration vary by trim, while the available Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab designs support different work and passenger needs.

• Fuel: diesel
• Fuel capacity: 34 to 35 gallons
• EPA economy figures: 10 city and 14 highway MPG

Across the four trims, exterior dimensions vary by configuration. Length ranges from 231 to 248.4 inches, width from 78.9 to 79.1 inches, and height from 73.6 to 78.3 inches. These variations matter when planning garage clearance, parking, or worksite access in Avondale.

• Body styles: Regular Cab, Crew Cab, and Mega Cab
• Length range: 231 to 248.4 inches
• Wheelbase range: 140.5 to 160 inches

The visit includes the oil and filter replacement, oil life monitor reset, and underhood fluid-level check. Scheduling also logs the completed visit against the truck’s service history. Use the schedule service page to arrange an appointment.

• Location: 10101 West Papago Freeway
• City: Avondale, AZ 85323
• Phone: 480-207-2126

The technician drains the existing oil, refills the engine, installs a new filter, resets the oil life monitor, and checks underhood fluid levels. This process addresses the maintenance items included in the oil change service at Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale.

• Manufacturer-specified oil grade and capacity
• New oil filter
• Service history entry after the visit

Oil condition matters on a heavy-duty pickup because engine oil gradually loses its additive package and its ability to carry heat and debris. Drivers should pay attention to an oil-change reminder, mileage beyond the last service, dark or low oil on the dipstick, or a ticking or louder startup sound. The model’s towing capability ranges from 16,850 to 22,750 pounds across trims, so oil service is relevant for trucks used under demanding load cycles. Bring your 2012 Ram 3500 to Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale in Avondale for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.

Underhood fluid levels are also checked during the visit. Engine oil can look dirty before it has fully lost its protective additives, which is why service should be guided by the vehicle’s maintenance requirements and actual operating conditions rather than appearance alone. Booking creates a record of the completed oil and filter replacement in the vehicle’s history. To arrange an appointment at Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Avondale, call 480-207-2126 or schedule service.

Drivers can watch for practical signs that service is due, including an oil-change reminder, dark or low dipstick oil, or a ticking or louder engine note at startup. The service replaces the oil and filter, resets the oil life monitor, and checks underhood fluid levels. For directions or an appointment, call 480-207-2126 or schedule an appointment.