2018 Ram 1500 Oil Change

Plan for about 60 minutes from check-in to completion.

This window covers write-up, lift time, drain and fill, OEM-spec filter installation, and a multi-point inspection at Herb Chambers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT of Danvers. Turnaround can vary slightly based on shop volume and added services (like wipers or tire rotation). You can wait in our modern lounge or drop the truck and go.

• One-visit service at 107 Andover St (Route 114), Danvers, MA 01923
• Factory-certified technicians familiar with the 3.6L V6
• Reserve your spot: schedule service

Follow your truck’s Oil Life Monitor, with a typical maximum of 10,000 miles or 12 months under normal driving.

For New England use—frequent cold starts, short trips, towing, or dusty worksites—change oil more often to protect the 3.6L Pentastar V6. We recommend checking the Oil Life Monitor regularly and servicing sooner if your usage is severe. Keep records to support warranty compliance.

• Severe duty: consider ~5,000-mile intervals
• Oil Life Monitor dictates the optimal timing
• Book ahead in Danvers: schedule appointment

Use Mopar-approved oil in the viscosity and specification listed in your owner’s manual (commonly 5W-20 meeting FCA/Mopar spec).

Using oil that meets the factory spec is essential for proper lubrication, cold-start performance, and warranty protection. In Danvers, MA, full synthetic is often preferred for better cold-weather pumpability and oxidation resistance. We install OEM-spec oil and a genuine Mopar filter at each service.

• Correct viscosity per the owner’s manual
• Mopar/OEM-spec oil and filter used
• Check local offers: service specials

The 3.6L V6 typically takes about 6.0 quarts with filter; verify against your owner’s manual.

Capacity can vary slightly with model year and engine variant, but this is the usual fill for the 3.6L Pentastar V6. Our technicians measure drain volume and set final level after a warm restart to ensure accuracy. We also reset the Oil Life Monitor after service.

• Final level confirmed on the dipstick after warmup
• Genuine Mopar filter fitted to prevent bypass issues
• Easy booking in Danvers: schedule service

Dealers use OEM-spec oil and filters and document service to help protect warranty coverage.

Quick-lube shops may be faster for basic service, but dealership oil changes include the correct Mopar-spec oil/filter and a multi-point inspection by factory-certified technicians. That documentation can be important for warranty claims and resale. You decide based on priorities like OEM parts, records, and technician training.

• OEM-spec oil, genuine Mopar filter, and inspection included
• Factory-certified, OEM-trained technicians
• Up-front pricing and online booking available

Skipping scheduled oil changes can jeopardize warranty coverage if an engine issue is linked to lack of maintenance.

Manufacturers require maintenance per the owner’s manual, and service records help prove compliance. Warranty work is typically performed by certified facilities, so keeping dealer-documented oil changes can streamline claims. If your Oil Life Monitor indicates service, don’t delay.

• Keep dated receipts and mileage logs
• Follow the Oil Life Monitor or time/mileage max
• Book certified service in Danvers for clear records

Full synthetic offers the best oxidation stability and cold-flow, while blends mix synthetic and conventional, and conventional is mineral-based.

For Massachusetts winters and towing, full synthetic typically improves cold-start protection and high-heat shear resistance. Always choose oil that meets the Mopar specification in your manual. Our team installs the correct spec and can advise based on your driving.

• Full synthetic: best cold-start and heat stability
• Blend: budget-friendly upgrade over conventional
• Conventional: meets spec but less resistant to extremes

Herb Chambers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT of Danvers posts up-front pricing online for transparency.

Exact cost depends on oil type, engine configuration, and any add-on services you select. Check our current deals and coupons before you book, then lock in your time online. If you have questions about what’s included, our advisors can provide a written estimate.

• See current offers: service specials
• OEM-spec oil and Mopar filter included
• Book now: schedule service

Our oil change for your 2018 Ram 1500 follows OEM procedure end to end. After verifying concerns and mileage, we drain the old oil at full operating temperature, replace the drain seal as needed, and install a genuine Mopar oil filter. We refill with OEM-spec oil at the correct viscosity and capacity, then start the engine, inspect for leaks, and set final level on the dipstick. A multi-point inspection checks brakes, battery, belts/hoses, and underbody, while we top off fluids and set tire pressures. We also reset the Oil Life Monitor and document service for your records. Schedule anytime online to secure your preferred time in Danvers.

Schedule service or review service specials before you arrive.

Your 2018 Ram 1500 with the 3.6L V6 is serviced with oil that meets the Mopar specification and the viscosity listed in the owner’s manual (commonly 5W-20 for the Pentastar V6). Typical fill is about 6.0 quarts with filter, but we confirm the final level warm and on level ground. We install a genuine Mopar oil filter engineered for proper bypass and media efficiency. The OEM-recommended interval follows the Oil Life Monitor, with earlier service advised for severe-duty driving in New England (frequent cold starts, towing, short trips, or dusty jobsites). Bring your 2018 Ram 1500 to Herb Chambers Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT of Danvers in Danvers for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.

We proudly serve the North Shore and Greater Boston areas—including Peabody, Beverly, Lynnfield, Andover, and Salem—at our Danvers, MA facility. Local conditions matter: winter cold demands fast oil pumpability, summer hauling stresses film strength, and stop-and-go traffic accelerates oxidation. Our factory-certified, OEM-trained technicians use genuine Mopar and OEM parts to match the 3.6L V6 requirements and your driving. Visit our modern Service Center at 107 Andover St (Route 114), Danvers, MA 01923 for prompt check-in, clear estimates, and documented care.

Ready to keep your truck on schedule? Schedule your appointment and review service specials before you arrive. We make it easy to get to us from Peabody, Beverly, Lynnfield, Andover, and Salem.