{"id":778,"date":"2026-07-05T21:31:35","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T01:31:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-ram-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-05T21:31:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T01:31:35","slug":"2016-ram-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-ram-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Ram 1500 3.0L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil, Filters & Fluids"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2016 Ram 1500 Pickup with the 3.0L 6-cylinder Diesel Turbo engine (Engine Code M EXF M), the oil capacity is 10.6 quarts<\/strong> with a filter change. The recommended viscosity for all temperatures is 5W-40<\/strong>. AMSOIL recommends using Signature Series 5W-40 100% Synthetic Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> (DEOQT-EA<\/a>) paired with a WIX Oil Filter<\/a> (WL10060-EA<\/a>) for optimal protection.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2016 Ram 1500 3.0L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

This vehicle requires a 5W-40 viscosity diesel engine oil. The AMSOIL lookup note specifies an oil grade of SEO39. It is critical to use a low ash diesel engine oil for this application.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

The following AMSOIL and WIX products are specifically identified for the 2016 Ram 1500 3.0L Diesel engine to assist with routine maintenance and performance optimization.<\/p>\n

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

Filter Recommendations<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nProduct\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Filter<\/td>\nWIX WL10060-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Air Filter<\/td>\nWIX 42725-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Other Essential Fluids<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nProduct\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Antifreeze (Concentrate)<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission Fluid<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission Fluid (OE)<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Specification<\/th>\nDetails<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Viscosity<\/td>\n5W-40 (All TEMPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
API Standard<\/td>\nCJ\/CK-4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
OEM Standards<\/td>\nMS-10902; Cummins CES 20081 (may also be used)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Oil Change Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Metric<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n10.6 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n33 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: Always check the oil level after refilling.<\/em><\/p>\n

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

For vehicles equipped with the 8-speed 8HP70 automatic transmission, the total fill capacity is 8.8 quarts. Ensure you use a fluid compatible with the SL076 specification as noted in the technical data.<\/p>\n

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