{"id":388,"date":"2026-06-07T08:56:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T12:56:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2009-dodge-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-07T08:56:37","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T12:56:37","slug":"2009-dodge-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2009-dodge-sprinter-2500-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 3.0L Diesel Oil & Maintenance Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel engine (Engine Code 5 EXM 5 Diesel Turbo), the oil capacity is 13.2 quarts with a filter change. Recommended viscosities include 5W-30 and 5W-40. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-40 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> or AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/a> paired with a MANN-FILTERS HU821X-EA<\/a> oil filter.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 take?<\/h2>\n

The 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 with the 3.0L diesel engine requires an oil viscosity of 5W-30 or 5W-40 for all temperatures. The AMSOIL lookup oil grade is SEO56. For this application, the AMSOIL lookup lists AFLQT-EA<\/a> and AELQT-EA<\/a>.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

The following AMSOIL products are specifically listed for the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 3.0L Diesel engine to assist with routine maintenance and heavy-duty service requirements.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-40 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\n5W-40<\/a><\/td>\nAFLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nAELQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Filter Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Filter<\/td>\nMANN-FILTERS Oil Filter<\/td>\nHU821X-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Air Filter<\/td>\nWIX Air Filter<\/td>\n49876-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Other Essential Fluids<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant (Concentrated)<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission Fluid<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission Fluid<\/td>\nAMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission Fluid<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rear Differential Lube<\/td>\nAMSOIL SEVERE GEAR\u00ae 75W-90 100% Synthetic Gear Lube<\/a><\/td>\nSVGPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Detail<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Viscosity<\/td>\n5W-30, 5W-40 (All TEMPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade<\/td>\nSEO56<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Specification<\/td>\nNot confirmed from source data<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n13.2 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n22 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: After refill, always check the oil level.<\/em><\/p>\n

How much transmission fluid does it take?<\/h2>\n

For the 5-speed automatic transmission (W5A380), the total fill capacity is 8.1 quarts, while the initial fill capacity is 5.3 quarts. AMSOIL provides several synthetic options to handle heavy towing and extreme temperatures.<\/p>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid Details<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
5-speed W5A380 Total Fill<\/td>\n8.1 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill<\/td>\n5.3 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

What is the coolant capacity for this vehicle?<\/h2>\n

The cooling system for the 2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 has a capacity of 10.6 quarts. AMSOIL offers both a pre-mixed ethylene glycol formulation and a concentrated propylene glycol option.<\/p>\n

Coolant Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Detail<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity<\/td>\n10.6 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Formulation Options<\/td>\n50\/50 Pre-mix or Concentrated (requires mixing)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n

Maintaining a diesel Sprinter requires attention to high-quality filtration and specialized fluids. Because these vehicles are often rebadged Mercedes-Benz designs, maintenance protocols should align with European engineering standards. Key areas of focus include:<\/p>\n