Ram ProMaster · Model year 2018

2018 Ram ProMaster specs, maintenance & manuals

Owner and shopper reference for the 2018 Ram ProMaster, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 8 manufacturer publications.

Schedule covers: 150k miles
Publications: 8

2018 Ram ProMaster specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheet.

General information+

Body Styles and Wheelbase

ProMaster 1500 Cargo Van 118-in. wheelbase low roof; ProMaster 1500 Cargo Van 136-in. wheelbase low roof; ProMaster 1500 Cargo Van 136-in. wheelbase high roof; ProMaster 2500 Cargo Van 136-in. wheelbase high roof; ProMaster 2500 Cargo Van 159-in. wheelbase high roof; ProMaster 2500 Window Van 159-inch wheelbase high roof; ProMaster 3500 Window Van 159-inch wheelbase high roof extended body; ProMaster 3500 Cargo Van 159-in. wheelbase high roof; ProMaster 3500 Cargo Van 159-in. wheelbase high roof extended body; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab 136-in. wheelbase; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab 159-in. wheelbase; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab 159-in. wheelbase extended body; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab Cutaway 136-in. wheelbase; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab Cutaway 159-in. wheelbase; ProMaster 3500 Chassis Cab Cutaway 159-in. wheelbase extended frame

Assembly Plant

Saltillo Van Assembly, Saltillo, Mexico

Body and chassis+

Layout	Transverse front engine
Construction	Unibody and ladder frame

Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+

Type and Description	60-degree gasoline V-type
Displacement	220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke	3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0)
Valve System	Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel Injection	Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
Construction	Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads
Compression Ratio	10.2:1
Power	280 hp (224 kW) at 6,400 rpm
Torque	260 lb.-ft. (364 N•m) at 4,400 rpm
Max. Engine Speed	6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel Requirement	Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2
Oil Capacity	6.0 quarts (5.7 liters)
Coolant Capacity	14.0 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission Controls	Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors

Engine: 3.0-liter EcoDiesel I-4+

Type and Description	I-4 diesel, variable geometry turbocharger
Displacement	183 cu. in. (2,998 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke	3.78 x 4.09 (95.8 x 104)
Valve System	Gear-driven DOHC
Fuel Injection	Electronically controlled common rail MultiJet direct injection
Construction	Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps and aluminum alloy head
Compression Ratio	17.5:1
Power	174 hp (129 kW) @ 3,500 rpm
Torque	295 lb.-ft. (400 N•m) @ 1,400 rpm
Max. Engine Speed	4,200 rpm
Fuel Requirement	Diesel
Oil Capacity	9.5 quarts (9 liters)
Coolant Capacity	14.0 quarts (13.3 liters)
Emission Controls	Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Transmission: 62TE automatic six-speed, front-wheel drive+

Availability	Standard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6
Description	Three planetary gear sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch
1st	3.90
2nd	2.69
3rd	2.16
4th	1.37
5th	0.95
6th	0.65
Reverse	3.04
Final Drive and Overall Top Gear Ratios	3.86

Transmission: MT40 manual automatic six-speed, front-wheel drive+

Availability	Standard with 3.0-liter I-4 turbo diesel
Description	Single disc clutch with hydraulic release
1st	4.17
2nd	2.35
3rd	1.46
4th	0.96
5th	0.70
6th	0.55
Reverse	4.08
Final Drive and Overall Top Gear Ratios	4.56

Axles+

Front	IFS
Rear – Cargo Van	Solid axle
Rear – Chassis Cab and Cut Away	Solid axle

Electrical system+

Alternator	Cargo van with gas engine: 180-amp standard; 220-amp optional; Cargo van with diesel, all Chassis cab and all cut-away: 220-amp standard
Battery	95 amp with 800 CCA; 100 amp with 950 CCA (diesel)

Suspension+

Front	MacPherson with stabilizer bar
Rear	Solid axle with leaf springs

Steering+

Type	Rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
Turns lock to lock	Short wheelbase – 11.06; medium wheelbase – 12.46; medium-long wheelbase – 13.54; long wheelbase – 14.28
Steering ratio	18.85

Brakes+

Front Rotor (diameter x width)	11.8 x 1.26 (300 x 32)
Rear Rotor (diameter x width)	11.0 x 0.63 (280 x 16)
Front Caliper, Lining	Cast iron, dual piston (46mm and 52mm), Brembo
	Cast iron, dual piston (50mm and 52mm), Brembo
Rear Caliper, Lining	Cast iron, single piston (48mm), Brembo
	Cast iron, single piston (52mm), Brembo

Each caliper entry lists two variants on separate lines; the second line has no label on the sheet.

Body dimensions / specifications: exterior+

	Wheelbase	Height Category	Turning Diameter (feet)	Body Height	Body Overall Length	Body Width w/o mirrors	Vehicle Width w/ mirrors folded	Vehicle Width w/ mirrors extended	Cab to Rear Axle	Overhang Rear Axle to End of Frame
1500 Cargo Van SWB low roof	118	H1	36.3	91	195	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
1500 Cargo Van MWB low roof	136	H1	40.7	91	213.1	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
1500 Cargo Van MWB high roof	136	H2	40.7	101	213.1	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
2500 Cargo Van MWB high roof	136	H2	40.7	101	213.1	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
2500 Cargo Van LWB high roof	159	H2	46.8	101	236	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
3500 Cargo Van LWB high roof	159	H2	46.8	101	236	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
3500 Cargo Van LWB high roof extended	159	H2	46.8	101	250	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
2500 Window Van LWB high roof	159	H2	46.8	101	236	82.7	90.5	98	—	—
3500 Chassis Cab MWB	136	H1	40.7	91	211	82.7	92	109	81	34
3500 Chassis Cab LWB	159	H1	46.8	91	234	82.7	92	109	104	34
3500 Chassis Cab LWB extended	159	H1	46.8	91	248	82.7	92	109	104	48
3500 Cutaway MWB	136	H1	40.7	91	211	82.7	92	109	81	34
3500 Cutaway LWB	159	H1	46.8	91	234	82.7	92	109	104	34
3500 Cutaway LWB extended	159	H1	46.8	91	248	82.7	92	109	104	48

Dimensions are in inches unless noted (turning diameter in feet), measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.

Body dimensions / specifications: track, angles, seating and cargo+

	Wheelbase	Track Front	Track Rear	Approach Angle	Depart Angle	Ground Clearance	Seating(1)	Width between wheel housings	Cargo Volume	Airbags
1500 Cargo Van SWB low roof	118	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	259	6
1500 Cargo Van MWB low roof	136	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	304	6
1500 Cargo Van MWB high roof	136	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	353	6
2500 Cargo Van MWB high roof	136	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	353	6
2500 Cargo Van LWB high roof	159	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	420	6
3500 Cargo Van LWB high roof	159	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	420	6
3500 Cargo Van LWB high roof extended	159	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	463	6
2500 Window Van LWB high roof	159	71.3	70.5	18.6°	20°	6.9	3	56	420	6
3500 Chassis Cab MWB	136	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6
3500 Chassis Cab LWB	159	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6
3500 Chassis Cab LWB extended	159	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6
3500 Cutaway MWB	136	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6
3500 Cutaway LWB	159	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6
3500 Cutaway LWB extended	159	71.3	78	18.6°	—	6.9	3	—	—	6

(1) Standard seating is 2-passenger; a 3-passenger configuration is optional.

Source: 2018 Ram Commercial ProMaster Specifications (Stellantis media site).

Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2018 feature availability guide.

Only rows that differ

Showing 53 of 125 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not availableFleet Fleet-only option

Feature	Cargo Van	Chassis Cab	Cutaway
Mechanical Features
Additional key fobs — two
Alternator180-amp	✓	—	—
220-amp (included with Ambulance Prep Package)	O/P	✓	✓
Auxiliary fuel tap	✓	✓	✓
Battery	✓	✓	✓
Battery — 95-amp auxiliary power connector	✓	✓	✓
Cruise control
Electronic stability control	✓	✓	✓
Electronic Vehicle Tracking (by Mopar)
Engine block heater
Fuel tank — 24-gallon	✓	✓	✓
Full-size spare tire	✓	✓	✓
Power steering	✓	✓	✓
Spare tire delete	Fleet	Fleet	Fleet
Speed limiter — dealer-activated, 60-mph, 65-mph, 70-mph and 77-mph	✓	✓	✓
SuspensionsHeavy-duty (2500/3500)	✓	—	—
Light-duty (118-in. WB 1500 models only)	✓	—	—
Medium-duty (136-in. WB 1500 models only)	✓	—	—
Premium heavy-duty (3500 models only)		✓	✓
Temporary spare tire mount	—
Exterior Features
Cab-back wall with window	—	✓	—
Chrome grille (included with Premium Appearance Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Daytime running lights
Delete side	Fleet	Fleet	Fleet
BadgingDelete rear	Fleet	—	—
Doors, rear — 260-degree-opening	✓	—	—
Doors, sideLeft side with fixed glass (not available on 118-inch WB; includes window grate when no cargo partition is ordered)		—	—
Left side with no glass (not available on 118-in. WB)		—	—
Right side with fixed glass (includes window grate when no cargo partition is ordered)		—	—
Right side with no glass	✓	—	—
Extended wiring — tail lamp	—	✓	✓
Front fog lamps (included with Premium Appearance Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Front license plate bracket
Halogen headlamps	✓	✓	✓
Mirrors	Pkg	✓	✓
Manual adjustable/manual folding	✓	✓	✓
Mirrors — 96-inch extended exterior (includes power heated mirrors on Cargo Vans)Power adjustable/power folding, heated		—	—
Power adjustable, heated
Mud flapsFront	—	Fleet	Fleet
Front and rear	Fleet	—	—
Roof clearance lampsDeletes the front clearance lamps	—
Front	✓	✓	✓
Rear	✓	—	—
Rear cross member delete	—	Fleet	Fleet
Splash guards — set (by Mopar)		—	—
StepRear bumper extension (not available with Trailer-tow Group; see your dealer for availability) (by Mopar)		—	—
Sliding door, left side (requires left side door; see your dealer for availability) (by Mopar)		—	—
Sliding door, right side (see your dealer for availability) (by Mopar)		—	—
16-in. aluminum
Center cap delete (packaged with 16-in. White painted steel wheel)
16-in. Silver painted steel with center cap	✓	✓	✓
16-in. Silver painted steel with full wheel cover
16-in. White painted steel (includes center cap delete)	Fleet	Fleet	Fleet
Window defroster — rear (requires rear doors with glass on Cargo Vans)		—	—
Interior Features
Front	✓	✓	✓
12-volt auxiliary power outletRear		—	—
Delete air conditioning; heater only
Manually controlled, with heat	✓	✓	✓
Rear Heater Air Conditioning Prep Package (not available with air conditioning delete)
Assist handle — rear doors (by Mopar)		—	—
Auxiliary upfitter switches — two
Cargo area lighting — LED (by Mopar)		—	—
Cargo compartment floor mat (by Mopar)		—	—
Cargo lamps — rear	✓	—	—
Cargo PartitionNone (standard)	✓	—	—
With sliding window		—	—
Without window		—	—
Cargo tie-downsFloor	✓	—	—
Side wall	✓	—	—
Front walk-thru matCarpet (not available with passenger double seat) (by Mopar)		—	—
Slush (not available with passenger double seat) (by Mopar)		—	—
High headliner (not available on low roof; restrictions apply: see your dealer for details) (by Mopar)		—	—
Instrument panel with bright bezels
Locking glove box (included with Interior Convenience Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Overhead storage (included with Interior Convenience Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Power door locks — speed-sensitive	✓	✓	✓
Cargo net (included with Interior Convenience Group)	Pkg	—	—
Cloth	✓	✓	✓
Vinyl
Four-way manually adjustable driver- and front-passenger bucket	✓	✓	✓
Driver’s six-way adjustable with lumbar adjuster (not available with driver’s suspension seat or passenger swivel seat)
Driver’s and passenger six-way adjustable with lumbar adjuster (not available with passenger double seat, driver’s swivel seat or driver’s suspension seat)
Driver’s suspension (not available with driver’s swivel seat, heated driver’s seat or six-way adjustable seat)
Driver’s swivel (requires cloth seating surfaces, not available with six-way adjustable seats or cargo partition)
Heated driver’s (requires six-way adjustable driver’s seat; not available with driver’s swivel seat)
Heated passenger (requires six-way adjustable driver/passenger seats)
SeatsPassenger double (requires four-way or six-way adjustable driver seats)			—
Passenger-seat delete (includes deactivate passenger air bag and passenger seat belt mount delete)
Passenger swivel (requires cloth seating surfaces and driver’s swivel seat; not available with cargo partition or heated seat)
Spray-on floor liner (by Mopar)		—	—
Steering column — telescoping	✓	✓	✓
Steering wheel — leather-wrapped
Tire-pressure monitoring light	✓	✓	✓
Upfit interface connectors (included with rear-speaker Wiring Prep)	✓	✓	✓
Wall PanelsUpper side (includes lower side)		—	—
Lower side		—	—
Power with one-touch down feature	✓	✓	✓
WindowsWindow guards, rear (not available on standard roof Cargo Vans)		—	—
Windshield document clip (included with Interior Convenience Group)	Pkg	Pkg	Pkg
Wood floor — rear (packaged with Ambulance Prep Package)	O/P	—	—
Safety & Security
Advanced driver and front-passenger	✓	✓	✓
Supplemental side-curtain front	✓	✓	✓
Supplemental front-seat side	✓	✓	✓
DOT-certified Roadside Safety Kit (by Mopar)
Orange seat belts (not available with passenger double seat, driver’s swivel seat and passenger swivel seat)	Fleet	Fleet	Fleet
ParkSense rear park assist		—	—
ParkView rear backup camera	✓	—	—
Rear backup camera kit	—	✓	✓
Remote keyless entry	✓	✓	✓
Remote start (by Mopar)
Security alarm
Packages and Equipment Groups
Ambulance Prep Package A220-amp alternator, wood floor, upfit interface connector, right sliding door with fixed glass, rear hinged doors with fixed glass, Rear Heater Air Conditioning Prep Package, 12-volt rear auxiliary power outlet, and cruise control (3500 Cargo Van models only)	Fleet	—	—
Interior Cargo Shelf Package (requires cargo partition or cargo partition with sliding window)		—	—
Interior Convenience Grouplocking glove box, shelf above roof trim, underseat storage tray, cargo net and windshield document clip
Premium Appearance Groupchrome grille and fog lamps
Trailer Tow GroupClass IV receiver hitch with four- and seven-pin wiring harness		—	—

The ProMaster guide lists body types (Cargo Van, Chassis Cab, Cutaway) rather than trim levels.
F marks a fleet-only option.

What each trim adds

Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.

Chassis Cab over Cargo Van+6 standard +

✓220-amp (included with Ambulance Prep Package)
✓Suspensions: Premium heavy-duty (3500 models only)
✓Cab-back wall with window
✓Extended wiring — tail lamp
✓Mirrors
✓Rear backup camera kit

Standard on every trim (28)

3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with six-speed automatic transmission
Auxiliary fuel tap
Battery
Battery — 95-amp auxiliary power connector
Electronic stability control
Fuel tank — 24-gallon
Full-size spare tire
Power steering
Speed limiter — dealer-activated, 60-mph, 65-mph, 70-mph and 77-mph
Halogen headlamps
Mirrors — 96-inch extended exterior (includes power heated mirrors on Cargo Vans): Manual adjustable/manual folding
Roof clearance lamps: Front
16-in. Silver painted steel with center cap
12-volt auxiliary power outlet: Front
Air conditioning: Manually controlled, with heat
Power door locks — speed-sensitive
Seating Surfaces: Cloth
Four-way manually adjustable driver- and front-passenger bucket
Steering column — telescoping
Tire-pressure monitoring light
Upfit interface connectors (included with rear-speaker Wiring Prep)
Windows: Power with one-touch down feature
Rear-speaker Wiring Prep (includes upfit interface connectors)
Uconnect 3.0 with 5-inch display — AM/FM with Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth (includes Media Hub with USB and auxiliary input steering wheel-mounted audio controls)
Air bags: Advanced driver and front-passenger
Air bags: Supplemental side-curtain front
Air bags: Supplemental front-seat side
Remote keyless entry

Source: 2018 Ram Commercial ProMaster Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.

2018 Ram ProMaster maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage. Engines: see schedule title.

Your odometer

Service	20k	30k	40k	50k	60k	70k	80k	90k	100k	110k	120k	130k	140k	150k
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints.
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake pads, replace as necessary.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
Replace Brake Fluid every two years.
Replace spark plugs.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System

Change oil and filter.
Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.

2018 Ram ProMaster fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

System	Applies to	US	Metric
Fuel tank (approximate)	—	24 gal	90 L
Engine oil with filter	3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified)	6 qt	5.6 L
Cooling system	3.6L engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)	10.5 qt	10 L

Engine fluids

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Engine coolant	OAT (Organic Additive Technology) 10 Year/150,000 Mile antifreeze/coolant	MS.90032	Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula
Engine oil	SAE 5W-20, API certified	MS-6395	Mopar
Engine oil filter	—	—	Mopar Engine Oil Filters
Spark plugs	—	—	Mopar Spark Plugs
Fuel selection	87 octane, 0-15% ethanol	—	—

Chassis fluids & lubricants

Component	Fluid / grade	Standard	Mopar product
Automatic transmission (3.6L gasoline engine only)	ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid	—	Mopar ATF+4
Brake master cylinder	DOT 4 brake fluid	—	Mopar DOT 4
Power steering reservoir	Pentosin CHF 11S power steering fluid	MS-11655	—

Fuel

Engine	Minimum	Ethanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine	87 octane Regular unleaded	Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

Wheels	Torque	Thread	Socket
Lug nuts/bolts	145 ft-lb (197 N·m)	M16 x 1.50	21 mm

Cooling system capacity carries an asterisk in the table, but the manual prints no footnote text on that page.
Engine oil specification is also printed on the oil filler cap.
Brake fluid (DOT 4) should be changed every two years regardless of mileage.
Torque lug nuts in a star pattern twice, and recheck after 25 miles (40 km).
Mopar, Pennzoil and Shell Helix are named as examples of oil meeting MS-6395.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2018 Ram ProMaster owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.

Owner's manuals

Quick guides

Quick Reference GuideQuick reference guide (PDF)

Uconnect & radio

Uconnect 3/3 NAV with 5" Display"Radio / Uconnect manual (PDF)

Supplements

Warranty

On Mopar.com

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

2018 Ram ProMaster questions

How much oil does the 2018 Ram ProMaster take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2018 Ram ProMaster use?

Engine oil: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Ram ProMaster?

At 20,000 miles: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake pads, replace as necessary; replace cabin/air conditioning filter; replace brake fluid every two years. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2018 Ram ProMaster owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

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