Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Dodge and Ram C/VFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/o Rear AC | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear | 2.53 LBS. | 1.14 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 1.81 LBS. | 0.82 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Overhaul | 9.00 QTS. | 8.51 L | MOPAR Automatic Transmission Fluid Plus 4 or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Service Fill | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | MOPAR Automatic Transmission Fluid Plus 4 or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MORAR Brake Fluid DOT 3, SAE J1703 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 13.40 QTS. | 12.68 L | MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent | System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | For countries that use the ACEA European Oil Categories for Service Fill Oils, use the recommended engine oil that meets the requirements of ACEA C3, and approved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 only. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOPAR Power Steering Fluid Plus 4 | If MOPAR Power Steering Fluid plus 4 is not available, then MOPAR ATF plus 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid is acceptable. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Antifreeze | Not radiator antifreeze. Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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