1990 Dodge Ramcharger Oil Type & Capacity
The 1990 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD150, 5.2 Y | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AD150, 5.9 Z | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.2 Y, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.9 Z, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| AW150, 5.9 Z, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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1990 Dodge Ramcharger factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
17.0 quarts (16.08 L) — PRESTONE II, PEAK, or antifreeze containing the ALUGARD 340-2 inhibitor system
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger take?
The 1990 Dodge Ramcharger takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger take?
The 1990 Dodge Ramcharger holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1990 Dodge Ramcharger?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1990 Dodge Ramcharger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.