6.7L Cummins Maintenance Schedule & Service Guide

Applicable Models:

2007.5 - 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500
2011 - current Ram Trucks Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500

Applicable Engine(s):

6.7L Cummins turbodiesel, H.O. 6.7L Cummins turbodiesel

Applicable Transmission(s):

Chrysler 68RFE, Aisin AS69RC, Mercedes-Benz G56

6.7L Cummins Service Intervals | 2007.5+ Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500

Note - All service intervals are the maximum recommended period before the service procedure should be performed. Always adhere to the OEM recommendations regarding alternative maintenance schedules for vehicles falling under the "severe duty" or "heavy duty" conditions. If unsure which service category your vehicle falls under, follow the "severe" maintenance schedule. Always mind the factory service monitoring system and perform maintenance as prompted.

Service Procedure Interval(s) Remarks
Replace engine air filter 30,000 miles/24 months [1]
Change engine oil & oil filter 2007.5 - 2012 7,500 miles/6 months [2]
2013 - 2019 15,000 miles/6 months/500 hours
Replace crankcase ventilation (CCV) filter 2007.5 - 2018 67,500 miles/54 months [3]
2019+ 75,000 miles/60 months
Replace fuel filters 15,000 miles/12 months [4]
Replace serpentine drive belt 100,000 miles [1]
Flush engine cooling system 2007.5 - 2012 97,500 miles/60 months [5]
2013 - 2019 150,000 miles/120 months
Replace automatic transmission fluid & filter 68RFE 120,000 miles (normal)
60,000 miles (severe)
[6]
Aisin AS69RC 30,000 miles/24 months
Replace manual transmission fluid 120,000 miles (normal)
60,000 miles (severe)
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Replace transfer case fluid 60,000 miles/48 months (normal)
30,000 miles/24 months (severe)
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Replace front differential fluid (4x4) 2007.5 - 2017 15,000 miles/12 months (severe) [7]
2018+ 20,000 miles (severe)
Replace rear differential fluid 2007.5 - 2017 15,000 miles/12 months (severe)
2018+ 20,000 miles (severe)
Check & adjust valve lash 2007.5 - 2018 150,000 miles ---
2019+ Not required

[1] Inspect at oil change intervals and replace as necessary; replacement may be required before manufacturer indicated interval.
[2] Maximum oil change intervals listed; replace engine oil as prompted by the oil change indicator. Do not exceed 12,500 mi/6 mo/400 hrs when running a biodiesel concentration greater than B5.
[3] Replace as indicated by vehicle display; do not exceed listed intervals.
[4] Engine and chassis mounted filters, as applicable.
[5] Flush cooling system and perform full cooling system service; replace upper/lower radiator hoses, radiator cap (if applicable), thermostat.
[6] Replace transmission fluid, internal transmission filter, and external/auxiliary transmission filter (as applicable).
[7] Differential service only required if driving conditions place vehicle in "severe" service category (most vehicles will apply). Differentials should be inspected for leaks at oil change intervals. Fluid should be replaced anytime a leak is detected and immediately if axle/differential housing is submerged in water.

6.7L Cummins Service Part Numbers

Description Part Number(s)
Engine air filter Fleetguard AF27684, MOPAR 53034051AB
Engine oil filter Fleetguard LF16035
Oil pan drain plug MOPAR 68210509AA, MOPAR 05080631AB
Oil fill cap MOPAR 68003321AA
Crankcase vent filter MOPAR 68002433AB, Fleetguard CV520010
Fuel filter 2007.5 - 2009 Fleetguard FS43257, MOPAR 68061633AA
2010 - 2012 Fleetguard FS43255, MOPAR 68065608AA
2013 - 2021
Engine mounted
Fleetguard FS53000, MOPAR 68157291AA
2013 - 2018
Chassis mounted
MOPAR 68197867AA, Fleetguard FS20089
2019 - 2021
Chassis mounted
MOPAR 68436631AA
Serpentine belt 2007.5 - 2012 Gates K081264 (single alternator)
2013 - 2018 MOPAR 4627751AA (single alternator)
MOPAR 4627589AA (dual alternators)
2019 - 2021 MOPAR 5281816AA (single alternator)
MOPAR 5281817AA (dual alternators)
Belt tensioner Gates 38285
Thermostat 2007.5 - 2009 Stant 14289
2010 - 2012 Stant 49212
2013 - 2021 Stant 14289
Thermostat housing gasket MOPAR 5086740AA, Fel-Pro 35703
Radiator cap 2007.5 - 2010 Stant 10234, Gates 31525
2011 - 2012 Stant 10230, Gates 31528
Upper radiator hose 2007.5 - 2009 MOPAR 52028872AG, Gates 22892
2010 - 2012 MOPAR 55056954AB, Gates 23955
2013 - 2014 MOPAR 68166469AC (single Alt), MOPAR 68224266AB (dual alt)
2015 - 2018 MOPAR 68227796AA
2019 - 2021 MOPAR 68359598
Lower radiator hose 2007.5 - 2009 MOPAR 55056945AE, Gates 22893
2010 - 2012 MOPAR 55056955AA, Gates 23956
2013 - 2014 MOPAR 68166470AF
2015 - 2018 MOPAR 68227797AB
2019 - 2021 MOPAR 68359638
Water pump 2007.5 - 2012 Gates 42291
2013 - 2018 Gates 42133, MOPAR 68210961AA
Automatic transmission filter 2007.5 - 2009 68RFE 2WD sump filter: MOPAR 5015267AD
4WD sump filter: Fleetguard TF15072J (includes gasket)
External/auxiliary filter: MOPAR 5179267AC
2010+ 68RFE MOPAR 5013470AE
Aisin AS69RC MOPAR 68224232AA
Transmission pan gasket 68RFE Fel-Pro TOS18733
Aisin AS69RC MOPAR 68214914AA
Front differential gasket 9.25" AAM Fel-Pro RDS55474
Rear differential gasket 11.5" AAM Fel-Pro RDS55473

6.7L Cummins Oil & Fluid Specs & Capacities

Note - All units of measure used herein refer to U.S. units. All fluid capacities are nominal; always bring fluid level to proper indicating marker on dipstick, bottom of fill plug hole, etc. Always recheck fluid levels after driving vehicle.

Item Oil/Fluid Specification Capacity
Engine oil
2007.5 - 2018 models
Ambient temp > 0° F SAE 15W-40 API CJ-4
Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 15W-40 synthetic diesel oil
12.0 qts w/ filter change
All ambient temps SAE 5W-40 API CK-4 full synthetic
Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 5W-40 synthetic diesel oil
Engine oil
2019+ models
Ambient temp > 0° F SAE 10W-30 API CK-4
Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 10W-30 synthetic diesel oil
All ambient temps SAE 5W-40 API CK-4 full synthetic
Recommend Amsoil Max Duty 5W-40 synthetic diesel oil
Engine cooling system MOPAR 150,000 mile/10 year antifreeze, 50/50 distilled water & coolant
MOPAR 68163848AB
~ 5.7 gallons
Automatic transmission fluid 68RFE MOPAR ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid, MOPAR 68218057AA 17.5 qts total capacity
~ 5.5 - 6.5 qts service refill
Aisin AS69RC MOPAR ASRC automatic transmission fluid,MOPAR 5189966AB 13.7 qts total capacity
~ 7.2 qts service refill
Manual transmission fluid MOPAR ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid, MOPAR 68218057AA
Recommend Amsoil Synthetic 75W-90 Manual Transmission Fluid
5.1 - 6.1 qts
Transfer case fluid NV271/NV273 MOPAR ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid, MOPAR 68218057AA
Recommend Amsoil Signature Series ATF
2 qts
NV241/NV243/NV244 1.7 qts
BW44-46/BW44-47 MOPAR BW44-44 transfer case fluid, MOPAR 68089195AA 1.7 qts
Front differential 9.25" AAM SAE 75W-90 full synthetic GL-5 gear oil (2007.5 - 2012 models)
SAE 75W-85 full synthetic GL-5 gear oil (2013+ models)
Recommend Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 synthetic gear oil
2.45 qts
Magna 275 SAE 75W-90 full synthetic GL-5 gear oil
Recommend Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 synthetic gear oil
5.4 qts
Rear differential AAM 10.5" SAE 75W-90 full synthetic GL-5 gear oil (2007.5 - 2012 models)
SAE 75W-85 full synthetic GL-5 gear oil (2013+ models)
Recommend Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 synthetic gear oil
2.65 qts
AAM 11.5" 3.8 - 4.50 qts