{"id":554,"date":"2026-06-20T14:17:20","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T18:17:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-20T14:17:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T18:17:20","slug":"2016-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Ram 3500 6.7L Diesel Oil Guide: Capacity, Viscosity & Filters"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2016 Ram 3500 Pickup with the 6.7L 6-cylinder diesel engine (Engine Code L), the oil capacity is 12 quarts<\/strong> with a filter change. The recommended viscosity is 15W-40<\/strong> for temperatures above -18\u00b0C, and 5W-40<\/strong> synthetic oil is required for ambient temperatures below -18\u00b0C to prevent severe engine damage. AMSOIL recommends using the Signature Series 5W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> paired with an AMSOIL or WIX oil filter<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2016 Ram 3500 6.7L diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2016 Ram 3500 with the 6.7L Diesel engine requires an oil grade of SEO39. For temperatures above -18\u00b0C, a 15W-40 viscosity is used. If operating in ambient temperatures below -18\u00b0C (0\u00b0F), you must use SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil to avoid severe engine damage.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the vehicle lookup for the 2016 Ram 3500 6.7L Diesel, the following products are recommended to maintain engine health and performance.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series 5W-40 100% Synthetic Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n5W-40<\/a><\/td>\nDEOQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-40 Heavy-Duty 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n5W-40<\/a><\/td>\nADOQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Oil Filter Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Oil Filter<\/td>\nEAO80-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX XP Oil Filter<\/td>\n57620XP-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Oil Filter<\/td>\n57620-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Other Maintenance Fluids<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Air Filter<\/td>\nWIX Air Filter [1]<\/td>\n46930-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n

The AMSOIL lookup note specifies that users should use API CJ\/CK-4 oil that meets specification standards MS-10902. Additionally, oil meeting Cummins CES 20081 standards may also be used. Low ash diesel engine oil is required for this application.<\/p>\n

How much oil does it take with a filter change?<\/h2>\n

The total capacity for the 6.7L engine is 12 quarts when replacing the oil filter. When performing the service, follow these steps: after filling, start the engine and idle for several minutes to check for leaks. Stop the engine and wait 30 minutes to allow the oil to drain back into the pan before checking the level again.<\/p>\n

Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/h3>\n

The torque specification for the oil drain plug is 37 ft\/lbs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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