1988 Dodge Ramcharger Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-30 (5.0 quarts)
The 1988 Dodge Ramcharger takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD100, 5.2 Y, A727 — AD100,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD100, 5.2 Y, A727 — AD100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AD100, 5.2 Y, A999 — AD100,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD100, 5.2 Y, A999 — AD100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AD100, 5.9 W — AD100,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD100, 5.9 W — AD100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AD150, 5.2 Y, A727 — AD150,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD150, 5.2 Y, A727 — AD150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AD150, 5.2 Y, A999 — AD150,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD150, 5.2 Y, A999 — AD150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AD150, 5.9 W — AD150,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD150, 5.9 W — AD150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW100, 5.2 Y, Automatic — AW100,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW100, 5.2 Y, Automatic — AW100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW100, 5.2 Y, Standard — AW100,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW100, 5.2 Y, Standard — AW100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW100, 5.9 W, Automatic — AW100,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW100, 5.9 W, Automatic — AW100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW100, 5.9 W, Standard — AW100,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW100, 5.9 W, Standard — AW100 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Automatic — AW150,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Automatic — AW150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Standard — AW150,5.2L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Standard — AW150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW150, 5.9 W, Automatic — AW150,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.9 W, Automatic — AW150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| AW150, 5.9 W, Standard — AW150,5.9L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.9 W, Standard — AW150 | SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
17.0 quarts (16.08 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 Ramcharger take?
The 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 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.
What is the oil capacity of a 1988 Dodge Ramcharger?
The 1988 Dodge Ramcharger oil capacity is 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1988 Dodge Ramcharger?
Most 1988 Dodge Ramcharger owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1988 Dodge Ramcharger?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1988 Dodge Ramcharger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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