1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van Oil Type & Capacity
The 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Cargo Extended, 2.5 K, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo Extended, 2.5 K, Standard — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo Extended, 3.0 3 — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 2.5 K, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 2.5 K, Standard — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 3.0 3 — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
Buy the right oil
Buy 5W-30 motor oil on Amazon1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van oil filter on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made through these links.
More specs & repair guides for your Mini Ram Van
1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.5 quarts (8.04 L) — Use Only a high quality ethylene-glycol base antifreeze coolant, such as Mopar, Prestone II, Peak, or antifreeze containing the Alugard 340-2 inhibitor system.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van take?
The 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van take?
The 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.