What kind of oil does a 2015 Ram 1500 use?

I have a 2015 Ram 1500 with the 3.0L EcoDiesel. Just had the oil changes at 9,000 miles and at 9,200 miles the engine started developing a slight knock (It sounded similar to a lifter or rocker arm tapping).

Is there a technical bulletin for Ram EcoDiesel?

A technical service bulletin was issued for 2016 Ram EcoDiesel trucks this summer but now it is extended to 2015 models. Ram has re-evaluated what oil is best for its EcoDiesel engines and changed its recommendations.

What kind of oil to use in RAM EcoDiesel?

FCA used to recommend Penzoil for the EcoDiesels but now says the old oil should be drained and replaced with SAE 5w-40 Shell Rotella full synthetic oil. A member of the forum, named Bill, posted…

Is the oil pressure on my Ram 1500 good?

Oil Pressure was fine and within a mile the engine began knocking considerably louder and before I could pull off the oil pressure light came on. The dealer is saying they are going to have to put in a new engine…

Where does the oil go in a Dodge Ram 1500?

Oil will stay out of the intake tract, allowing the engine to get more air, which leads to a cleaner, smoother ride. Choose between custom fit or universal fit to ensure the ease of installation.

What kind of oil do you use for EcoDiesel?

Sometime around mid July of 2016 FCA revised the oil requirement for the Ecodiesel. The latest Diesel Supplement to the Owners Manual for all year Ecodiesels states: We recommend you use 5W-40 synthetic engine oil such as MOPAR or Shell Rotella that meets FCA Material

What happens if the oil separator fails on a Dodge Ram?

The Dodge Ram oil separators may seem like a simple piece of the truck until it fails. The failure of this part means the failure of the overall truck. Get back on the road fast with these oil separators, or use them to replace the factory parts.

What kind of oil does a 2015 Ram 1500 use?