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2012 Ram RAM 3500 Cab Chassis — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis 5.7L.

Engine 5.7L

The 2012 Ram RAM 3500 Cab Chassis 5.7L. It takes 7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 engine oil.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7 qt w/ filterOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	04884899AC alt 05083285AA
Engine air filter	53034051AB alt 68441763AA
Fuel filter	68065608AB
Spark plug	SPLZFR5C11
Battery	BBH7F001AA
Front wiper blades	55277446AB
Serpentine belt	53041138AE alt 04593852AB
Thermostat	68067109AB alt 52028898AJ

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	226 in
Overall width	79.1 in
Overall height	74 in
Wheelbase	140.2 in
Curb weight	5060 lb
Track (front / rear)	69.3 / 68.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	57/43

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 · SAE J1703 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.5
Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.2
Brake Fluid	DOT 3 · SAE J1703
Differential Gear Oil	SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	10.8 Pints
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts	AT: 70 ft-lbs, MT: 55 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)	110.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket	254.5 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle	160.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket	160.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	15.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	15.0-22.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Champion
Spark Plug Gap	0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	20.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.38 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	6.00 oz
Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.18-1.38 lbs
Oil Group	PAG

Service checks

Pressure Test	15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	195 °F
Engine Compression	100
Engine Oil Pressure	25-110 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	3000 rpm
Intake Valve Lash	Hydraulic in
Exhaust Valve Lash	Hydraulic in

Brakes

Other	DUAL REAR WHEELS / SINGLE REAR WHEELS
Torque Caliper to Bracket	22 ft-lbs / 24 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	190 ft-lbs / 260 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in
Other	DUAL REAR WHEELS / SINGLE REAR WHEELS
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0004 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0009 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.338 in / 1.535 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

15 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

1	M12 bolts 1-10	25 ft. lbs
2	M12 bolts 1-10	40 ft. lbs
3	M12 bolts 1-10	90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 8,000 mi; spark plugs every 32,000 mi.

Every 7,500 mi	Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 8,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 mi	Fuel Filter (replace) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 24,000 mi	CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 32,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Drive Belt (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 94R battery Vehicles taking 7 qt w/ filter DD-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 04884899AC Engine air filter 53034051AB Fuel filter 68065608AB Spark plug SPLZFR5C11

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis 5.7L take?

7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.