{"id":704,"date":"2026-07-01T02:50:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T06:50:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2012-ram-5500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-01T02:50:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T06:50:30","slug":"2012-ram-5500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2012-ram-5500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2012 Ram 5500 6.7L 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 2012 Ram 5500 Pickup with the 6.7L 6-cylinder [L] ETJ L Diesel Turbo engine, the oil capacity is 12 quarts<\/strong> (including filter). The recommended viscosity is 15W-40<\/strong> for ambient temperatures above -18\u00b0C (0\u00b0F), and 5W-40<\/strong> is required for temperatures below -18\u00b0C to prevent severe engine damage. AMSOIL recommends using high-quality synthetic diesel oils like Signature Series 5W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2012 Ram 5500 6.7L diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2012 Ram 5500 with the 6.7L engine requires an oil viscosity of 15W-40 for temperatures above -18\u00b0C (0\u00b0F). If you are operating in ambient temperatures below -18\u00b0C, you must use SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil to avoid severe engine damage. The AMSOIL lookup notes that the oil should meet API CJ\/CK-4 standards and MS-10902 specifications.<\/p>\n

The total oil capacity for this vehicle is 12 quarts when performing an oil change with a new filter. To ensure accuracy, after changing the oil, start and run the engine to operating temperature, then stop the engine and wait approximately 30 minutes. This allows the oil in the upper parts of the engine to drain back into the pan before you perform a final level check.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup for your 2012 Ram 5500, here are the recommended fluids and filters to maintain engine performance and longevity.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nPart Number<\/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

Note:<\/strong> The AMSOIL lookup note specifies using API CJ\/CK-4 oil that meets MS-10902. Oil meeting Cummins CES 20081 standards may also be used. Low ash diesel engine oil is required.<\/p>\n

Oil Filter Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/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

Air Filter Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Air Filter<\/td>\n46930-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Donaldson P-Series Heavy Duty Air Filters<\/td>\nP616743-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant Recommendation<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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

Engine Oil Specifications & Details<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade (AMSOIL lookup)<\/td>\nSEO39<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n37 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Required Oil Type<\/td>\nLow ash diesel engine oil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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