{"id":744,"date":"2026-07-03T15:51:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T19:51:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2009-dodge-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T15:51:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T19:51:25","slug":"2009-dodge-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2009-dodge-ram-3500-pickup-6-7l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2009 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Filter Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What oil does a 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 with the 6.7L 6-cylinder diesel engine (Engine Code L) requires an oil capacity of 12 quarts with a filter change. For temperatures above -18\u00b0C, SAE 15W-40 is preferred. However, for ambient temperatures below 0\u00b0F (-18\u00b0C), failure to use SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil could result in severe engine damage.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, the following products are recommended for your Ram Cummins diesel engine maintenance.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n15W-40<\/a><\/td>\nDMEQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 15W-40 Heavy-Duty Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n15W-40<\/a><\/td>\nADPQT-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 Recommendations<\/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 Recommendations<\/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

Engine Oil Specifications & Details<\/h2>\n

Proper lubrication is critical for the 6.7L Cummins diesel engine to prevent premature wear and maintain performance under heavy loads.<\/p>\n

Oil Viscosity Guide<\/h3>\n
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Condition<\/th>\nRecommended Viscosity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -18\u00b0C<\/td>\nSAE 15W-40 (Preferred)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
All Temperatures<\/td>\nSAE 5W-40 Synthetic (Required below 0\u00b0F \/ -18\u00b0C)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Warning:<\/strong> Failure to use SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil in ambient temperatures below 0 F (-18 C) could result in severe engine damage.<\/p>\n

Oil Capacity & Service Info<\/h3>\n
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Metric<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n12 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n37 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Maintenance Tip:<\/strong> When changing the oil, start and run the engine to operating temperature. Stop the engine and wait approximately 30 minutes to allow oil in the upper parts of the engine to drain back into the pan. Check the level again and top off as needed.<\/p>\n

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