2009-2018 Dodge Ram Transmission Fluid & Filter Change

In this video, we show you how to replace the transmission fluid and filter on a 2012 Ram 1500.
Auto Transmission Fluid Type
- 65RFE 4WD & 2WD
- Fluid AP4 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Capacity after Initial Refill Service
- 4wd 6.6 Qts
- 2wd 5.5 Qts
Total Fluid Capacity
- 16.9 qts
Pan Bolt Tq Spec 105 inch lbs 8.7 ft Lbs
Filter Bolt Tq Spec 10 ft lbs
Transmission Fluid Replacement
Filter Change
---
If you like this content, check out more videos in our playlists below! Be sure to check out our other playlists as well, including Ford F-Series repair videos and Fix It Friday!
Tool Review: • Tool Tuesdays
Ford F-Series: • Tool Tuesdays
Autel Scan Tools: • Autel Scan Tools
Small Business Spotlight: • Small Business Spotlight
(Dodge) Ram Service Series: • Ram Service Series
---
#RevitAuto
---
If you're in the Greater Washington D.C. Metropolitan area and in need of car repair services, be sure to visit revitauto.com to schedule your service today!
RevitAuto Contact Info
[phone]
[e-mail]

[@Revitauto]

Thanks for watching! Here are some other DODGE RAM videos you might be interested in. Change the oil on a dodge ram 3500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3bMfJhuj7B1hZI Change the front brake pads and rotors 2018 Dodge ram 3500 Duely kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWjJaHugoNeCp7c How to change the Air Filter 2015 Dodge ram 1500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/emWagIeBiZJgfaM 2012 Ram 1500 Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZzNXqGModJ6a8k 2009-2018 Ram Headlight Bulb Change Head Light Removal kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZjVhntnptiSqZI

[@natemiller7841]

I did mine yesterday and forgot to wait a hour before torquing the bolts like the instructions suggest, should I redo it before filling it up with oil ?

[@grandpapayoutuber3664]

@@natemiller7841 what did you end up doing? I'm assuming it would have been fine but really depends on the RTV you chose.

[@natemiller7841]

​@@grandpapayoutuber3664I left it and crossed my fingers it wouldn't leak and it hasn't so far so I'm sure it's good, I did clean the mating surfaces really good with cleaner so I'm sure that helped. I used the black permatex RTV

[@bills7996]

Excellent step by step visual and discussion by Blair. Thanks to the videographer with great in-focus professional video, not just a cell phone recording. Tackling the job from the ground is very realistic for most of us. Thanks for making this one of the best videos available anywhere. Marvelous.

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@jakemason9436]

I used a $10 fluid pump with hose snaked down the dipstick tube. Pumped out enough to reduce the pan mess underneath.

[@Revitauto]

Thats cause you are a genius and everyone I work with does that..... But for some reason I am still the sloppy mess mechanic. Happy Motoring--Blair

[@kevincameron8437]

I was just wondering if this could be pumped out instead of the fat mess of dropping the pan full of fluid.

[@phydeux543]

Jake, what pump do you use?

[@jakemason9436]

@@phydeux543 Just the cheap 10$ harbour freight style pump. I think it’s red. With orange hoses. Works great.

[@QuangNguyen-uc7hw]

You got a pair of surgical steady hands, my friend! Wish you were in town so I can have you do it. I am outboard motor specialist and can do the job easily. However, we all have a different jobs in our societies. If everyone were trying to do everything himself/herself, society would collapse. For those who never wrench a nut, just have the professional do it. I watched for reference on how these things are done on vehicles only. I would have you do it if I lived where you were at!!! Nice video!❤

[@Heezy618]

I love the fact that you do the maintenance laying below it. its more realistic for a lot of us.

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@dwoodog]

Thanks, just bought a 2009 and I'm slowly going through doing all these maintenance items.

[@Revitauto]

That's awesome! We have a few videos out there which may help! I hope it does! - Blair

[@orivera215]

I have a 2009 4x4 ... did you only buy both filters and use RTV or a gasket ?

[@gundampiloto]

@@orivera215 I know this is an old comment, but I just did my 2010. I use both. I've always done that. Put down a bead of RTV. Put the gasket on top of that. Loosely bolt up to the transmission (don't torque it down, just hand tight). Let it set for 24 hours. Torque, then fill.

[@grandpapayoutuber3664]

I recently did this on my 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 6.7L Cummins (original owner, 79,000 miles over 15 years). Here are a few things I would do differently if I ever do it again: Don’t use the Permatex 81180 AT RTV Sealant: It was way too hard to squeeze out and requires 24 hours of drying before adding oil and completing the job. However, since I had time, it did work and created a good gasket. Draining the oil: I was expecting to drain 6 quarts as mentioned in the video, but I ended up with 10 quarts draining out. This could be because I let it drain too long, but I wanted to make sure no oil would get in my way when I installed the oil pan. (owners manual said total oil capacity is just over 17 quarts) Removing the factory gasket material: Since this was the first time I ever changed the transmission oil in my truck (after 15 years, and the oil was still a nice red), the factory gasket material was a total nightmare to remove. I spent 3+ hours on it and tried all the methods I could think of, including Permatex remover. A new replacement pan on Amazon was only 40 bucks, so I would buy a new pan over trying to clean the old one. Removing the collar: I couldn’t really get anything under the collar to do what was shown in the video. What I ended up doing was quite easy. I used a heat gun to heat the threads on a sprinkler pipe and then threaded it up into the collar. When it cooled, I was able to wiggle it out cleanly. I created a short video on it: kzbin.infohK1rGzwCEFo

[@rosindahernandez6960]

THANK YOU 😊!!!!! I had no clue what was the correct level on the transmission fluid dipstick

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@Wan72_]

Hello , hope u r having a great day , i just did the same service for my truck , and added 6.5 qts and its still between the cold dot and the hot dot , and the trans temp was 52c

[@vwcaddy87]

Super clear video of how to. I have one question, Is it necessary to flush the transmission oil system?

[@philholloway9460]

Very well explained, and great video. Thank you!!!

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@michaelkurz9067]

My dodge Ram has a check engine light on with the tracking symbol on as well,will not shift 3rd or 4th gear??

[@MethuselahMusic]

Thanks for a great video, Blair. Love your channel! This looks like a 65RFE (same trans in my 2013 JEEP GC Overland 5.7 4x4 - and same part numbers). I've been told that to do this correctly, one needs to flush the transmission, not just drain it. Is that not true? Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@marcoeis6598]

Do your research.......usually a transmission flush does more harm than good removing some of the "good" sediment. Usually a drain and refill is the way to go

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@playeroneunknown4897]

Im a at home mechanic, can i replace the pan with one with a drain bolt

[@matthewgraham7704]

Very well done! Thank you.

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@psantini5963]

Suck as much trans fluid as you can out the dipstick hole . I used an extractor purchased on eBay . Made job much cleaner and a whole lot less stressful .

[@raider3164]

Did it all proper and how it's done at the dealership.

[@Revitauto]

Thanks, buddy! Are you a tech at a dealership? If so we will all be messaging you for more fun problems :(

[@raider3164]

Oh heck no But I do know what I'm doing under the hood. Back yard mechanic with smarts and ingenuity. I did work at a lube and oil shop. Did lots off this work.

[@loosemoose5443]

Man you are the best!!!

[@bradywscriber5455]

My check engine light is on. It is a P0740; something about the torque converter In transmission What do you recommend? Thanks Brady Scriber

[@JasonVladimir]

Good show! Thanks for sharing!

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@gatorwhiskers9011]

Which transmission is this truck equipped with? That doesn't look like the ZF 8HP70

[@melvoquiros4388]

Hi I have a 2014 dodge ram 1500 5.7.. 8 speed transmission my have the filter attached to the transmission pan so dealer says no to open it ..only drain fluid and add new .is this right?

[@joeroe2839]

No buy the Pan for some reason dodge made em w the filter built in go dodge right lol..but thats the only way..buy pan w filter on it don't reuse the old one

[@hankbresyn3582]

Not a single one of these ram videos talk about the one T40 the exhaust completely blocks access to there is no way he used that drill and extension on one of them

[@mack606]

Buddy straight facts I mean straight facts I found that out today I had to use a size 8 wrench for that back bolt and a swivel extension for the one on the side glad you mentioned that

[@Theferg1]

Great video sir!! Sir what type of RTV do you like using? Thanks

[@Revitauto]

I am not sure, I actually got it from the dealership!

[@supraslug3948]

What’s that part called, that little metal ring seal that u have to tap with a socket my kit didn’t come with one and I gotta get one.

[@ozgultekin6100]

is this the 8spd auto version? would it apply to 2019 classic?

[@Jodyrides]

The exhaust pipes on my 2017 hemi ram 1500 have a crossover pipe that goes beneath my transmission oil pan. It is within 2 inches of the oil pan. Why would they do that. If heat is needed to get the temperature of the transmission up higher, why do they have cooling Lines that go into the radiator of the engine at the front of the car? I put a muffler heat shield that I picked up just for shielding my transmission oil pan from the heat of that exhaust crossover pipe on my truck. it’s been on there since I bought the truck new in 2017 when I spotted that questionable routing for the exhaust crossover pipe. It just didn’t make any sense to me. Here it is, six years later, and I am not having any transmission issues..:

[@Revitauto]

That was really smart! I’m sure that some engineer somewhere approved the design and said it wouldn’t fail from that ambient heat source ;)

[@genepierson1728]

Question: for a truck with 62,000 miles, no heavy towing. Mostly city driving in Florida, can I get by with just pumping some of the fluid out of the pan (with a small hose) and refilling accordingly or should I replace fluid and filter?

[@Revitauto]

I always follow the recommendation from a factory manual. Those guys who engineered it typically know the intervals. I know people who do what you are talking about doing and have been fine, I just do not take that risk with a customers vehicle.

[@emanuelromerobonilla2490]

Thanks

[@Revitauto]

No problem

[@jonadam5392]

Even though the factory uses high temp silicone I got a wix tranny filter kit that came with a actual pan gasket. Should I use that or do you recommend just sticking to the silicone? Also if I use the supplied gasket do I still have to silicone the bolt threads?

[@BerettaM9USAF]

Mine has an oem gasket, if you use a gasket do not use any sealant, also if you go no-gasket route the in-lb torque may change b/c the Mopar tech specs i have shows a gasket which in theory ass 'space' between pan and housing that does not exist with sealant only..

[@prisisbautista5458]

Do you have to fill up the transmission filter

[@BraidenPatrick]

does anyone know what transmission this is? I am working on a 66RFE 4WD and trying to figure out how much fluid I should add after service

[@jasonhall8706]

"If you strip this your day will be awful" Ha

[@Revitauto]

HAHA! Yes I am going to go and deal with one of those situations either later today or tomorrow morning! Happy Motoring-Blair

[@jerryholbrook13]

How do you fill the 2018 dodge ram 1500 we have no dipstick v8 5.7 liter

[@Revitauto]

Woah! I have never seen one without a dipstick! Are you all sure it was built without one? That is pretty rare! Can you send photos and or a video to [e-mail]

[@Jellis1700]

I’m running into the same problem

[@--emt]

@@Revitauto on the 2017 ram 1500 does not have a dipstick either " they say " the purpose of that is because it's a "sealed transmission" it's guaranteed for life of vehicle. it's not supposed to be opened up to change ,so they didn't inquire a dipstick .I guess you have to do the same process pull the pan and there is a drain plug hole where you fill the fluid backup and you put your pinky finger in there to test the level of fluid there is no dipstick lol look it up It's very common to Google and get info about it

[@briangil2163]

Hastings transmission filter kit uses a pan gasket. Makes it easier?

[@Revitauto]

Heck yes!! If you can get a hard gasket that is quality it is way easier than making your own! Let me know how it goes and be sure not to over torque the pan! Happy Motoring-Blair

[@briangil2163]

@@Revitauto Thanks for the reply - just finished a pan drop, closed it up with the new spin on and flat filter, opened the cool return line and ran engine till she purged 12 qts. (while adding new into the pan) 1200 miles ago and so far so good. Thanks for doing this video - great help!!!

[@joe7528]

This must be for the v6 not for the zf 8 speed transmission

[@Tonytonetone92]

Great video! Does this work for a 2011 4.7L ram 1500?

[@Revitauto]

I think they have the same transmission! But let us know once you get into the job! Happy Motoring! -Blair

[@douglaswilke8582]

Yes..I just changed mine on a 2011 Ram 4.7. You may need 6 full quarts, and you should use the synthetic. It helps to use a thick putty knife to loosen the pan. We put the RTV sealant between the pan and the rubber gasket. Check your torque as we didn't go 100 inch lbs without squeezing out sealant.

[@tylerpotter8627]

@@douglaswilke8582 I just changed my 4.7 and added 7 quarts and it was at operating temperature, and was barely reading on the dipstick....

[@tylermeans5350]

The kit I got came with a gasket. I noticed you didn’t use one. Should I just discard that gasket?

[@jakemason9436]

These pans are designed to work with RTV sealant. Chrysler actually sells a tube of ATF RTV specifically for these pans. Works great. Seals well.

[@Revitauto]

If you have a gasket and it looks like high quality go ahead and use it! I would still use the Chrysler suggested RTV

[@Revitauto]

Jake has it right! Thanks for being an awesome contributor!

[@8hp70cris]

Can I use a pressure washer for the pan?

[@Revitauto]

As long as you safely clean it and dispose of fluid and dont wash it into the ground (Tree Hugger here) Then go for it. Let us know how it works out.

[@0341stroker]

What size socket did you use to drive that seal in?

[@Revitauto]

Aw man I did not even look! I am sorry, I will be sure to get better notes next time!

[@rellyroo]

Stupid question. What Is RTB?

[@orivera215]

RTV .. is a silicone gasket sealer

[@bigt3004]

You can't do that to a 2016 and up 8 speed trans none serviceable

[@bradc2632]

Elon musk get from underneath that truck

[@jmedic8373]

I got 2013 8 speed and no dipstick sucks

[@Revitauto]

Ouf! Yeah I need to find a customer who has that truck with that transmission option so I can make a video! Good luck! Happy Motoring-Blair

[@jamesallen6541]

You don't need to use that much silicone. Silicone falls in the category where more is not better but actually worse

[@Revitauto]

I agree, that if you have too much and install it with out letting it get tacky that it can fall and chunk up into the trans. I have not had that issue so far. Good tip for other folks. Thanks! Happy Motoring!

[@613BASS_N]

I'd rather sell the vehicle.

[@caryreed1563]

Why the €$#) does the the transmission pans not have a drain plug?

[@ArrowItArchery]

Get at least three bolts that are the same thread size as the pan bolts, but 3 to 4 inches longer. When you're installing the pan, it's easy to get the longer bolts threaded in the corners, without the pan and gasket seal touching the transmission. The pan will basically be hanging down, with a gap, suspended by the long bolts. From there, you simply feed the pan upward, and directly into place without any shifting that could cause gasket distortion. Once you have enough stock bolts installed to hold the pan in place, remove the long ones from the corners and install the stock ones. Im much more relaxed knowing that I finished the job without wondering if I breached the seal from a small slip in my attempted pan alignment. The bolts are cheap enough to throw away without guilt. 😁

[@Revitauto]

Not all hero’s wear capes! You sir are a legend!

[@ArrowItArchery]

@@Revitauto aha.. lol. Right on! 💪😁

[@mikeyRS4]

i don't know you bro ... but i love you!! thats a 5 star tips & tricks if i say so!!

[@ArrowItArchery]

@@mikeyRS4 Right on! Lol.

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

​@@ArrowItArchery😊😊😊...Give you the Presidential Medal of Freedom for that tip....😊😊

[@tc1904]

Excellent video and I have been there done this a couple times on a 2014 ram. Keep in mind that this is one of two automatic transmissions in the fourth generation Ram. This is the six speed Chrysler build RFE transmission with the spin on filter and traditional pan filter. If you have the ZF8 speed automatic, there is a whole different procedure for doing that one. The Germans have figured a way to get you to spend a lot of money to change the fluid on the ZF as the filter on that transmission is integrated with the transmission pan . You need to replace the whole transmission pan as it is not reusable and the fluid is special and more expensive and not compatible with the Chrysler ATF+4 fluid used here. Something else I’d like to put out regarding the 6 speed transmission. I would not under any circumstances use an aftermarket filter kit. On my first fluid/filter change I used a Wix kit, which looked very substantial and seemed to fit well. When I opened the transmission on my seconds fluid change, the pan filter, crimp that holds the filter media to the bottom of the pan had let go and was not, allowing the media to filter the fluid anymore! Fortunately, the spin on transmission oil cooler was filtering the return from the transmission cooler. Upon inspection, that filter was marked paid in China! Definitely worth using OEM Chrysler made in the USA components on something as expensive as your transmission.

[@teammelita8613]

A paint can opener works great to remove the sump filter seal. Its outer edge is slightly exposed in a couple spots, just hook it and pull straight down

[@amalgam9948]

this guy is brave with his eyes. I can't do anything under a vehicle without getting something in my eyes

[@terrysansom7071]

he not a true professional mechanic.. he would practice safety.. he is doing a good job just taken a chance with his eyes!

[@dingusfuzzklonnkt2755]

@@terrysansom7071 make sure to wear your helmet when you leave the house Ferry.

[@illiniwood]

Those are the perks of living in a warm state.

[@PghNGDave31]

​@@dingusfuzzklonnkt2755 safety first is not being dumb. And I think you meant fairy. Ferry is a charter boat. Double dumb...

[@purdyboi8078]

@@dingusfuzzklonnkt2755 So, is a house _ferry_ basically the same as like a houseboat, except you have to pay a fare? Also, why the need for a helmet on a boat? How big do those waves get on that ferryboat's route anyway? Damn! 😝🤡🧚‍♀

[@calmthunder6271]

Clear and precise instructions, No wasted time talking about irrelevant subjects. THANK YOU

[@Revitauto]

It's a trap to get you to like our videos and subscribe for more videos. :)

[@stevenbond8912]

You are easily one of the best KZbin channels for DIY instructional vids for vehicle maintenance. Thank you this was great!

[@Revitauto]

Thank you so much for the kind words! We are traditionally a fleet service company and work Business to Business, but I feel badly for how much we have to charge and wanted to make an outlet for those looking to save money and learn! Glad it has helped so many people!

[@dingo5208]

I was going to say same as below. Love that you do this on your back from the ground like us regular people would not on a lift like others. Really, who has a lift in their home shop?

[@Revitauto]

Haha yes! I do get a little flustered at times when I just want to do the job quick and easy on film. Im sure camera guys would appreciate a better view and not army crawl under the truck!

[@sidneywhitaker9972]

I do, and love it! Best investment in my shop! Only problem is all your buddies is constantly wanting to bring their vehicles over to use it! Lol!

[@newhampshirelifestyle4233]

Great job and instruction! A steel putty knife is also great for breaking that seal. I bought an after-market replacement pan with a drain plug. A good alternative to replace the OEM pan, and in the unfortunate case you overfill the transmission, it is a snap to drain some of it!

[@Flatz13]

You have a link to your new pan?

[@newhampshirelifestyle4233]

@@Flatz13 NOT. It is already installed!

[@ATC235]

I just bought one of those off Amazon.

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@accouswk]

Just adding my thumbs up and comment to show appreciation for such a great and realistic video! I think some of the years have the filter built into the pan (like my 2014) and the whole pan is replaced so no need to clean. I guess the process would be identical otherwise?

[@itaintrocketscience]

First put your truck on this $20,000 lift Next, take your $500 impact connected to a $1000 compressor and remove the bolts Yea..... very refreshing to not have to sit through that. On the gravel, and on your back mechanics! That’s how most of us do it. Thank you

[@Revitauto]

HAHA! We are mobile mechanics, this is just how we work ;) But I also have that lift and a studio shop if we wanted to film that way. But how does that help you guys at home!? Happy Motoring-Blair

[@genepierson1728]

@@Revitauto Mobile mechanics. Where are you located?

[@riaalex5778]

I appreciate you’re doing it with an actual event fluid pouring down not like other video only simulate it with an empty pan 👍👍

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@amalgam9948]

Very good video. I just performed this on my 13 hemi ram 4x4. I had two issues. 1st i could not use rtv on pan. I tried and everytime i attempted to fit pan back on i would drag rtv onto the filter and some of the small nuts in the transmission. I tried 3 times slide in the pan and looking. I got so pissed i gave up and decided to use the rubber gasket instead. The exhaust is just so close i couldn't get it fitted without this problem and i really wasnt going to let rtv bits stay inside my transmission. Rubber gasket seemed to work fine knock on wood. Second i used about 8.5 quarts to refill back not 6.5. Idk why mine was more i was nervous i was overfilling but it wasnt and i did make sure to idle in neutral.

[@gerrymatheson4020]

Wow! I'm puzzled... I've been watching numerous videos on servicing the transmission on the '09 - '18 Ram 1500s (I have a '16 with the ZF8HP trans). I don't know if I missed something in the title or description but this transmission isn't like what's in the other videos. The first thing that caught my eye was the color of the fluid that was draining out. It's red... and the correct ZF fluid is not... it's more of a greenish color. Then I notice there was a separate screw in filter. Then I backed up and rewatched stuff. This is not the ZF... so many differences. What gives? I thought the 4th gens had the ZF... the 6 speed thru '13, then the 8 speed...

[@tc1904]

One comment on an otherwise excellent video. When using RTV, you do not want to get RTV on the threads of the bolts. Doing so could cause the bolts not to fully seat due to hydraulically locking in these blind holes. If you’re not careful and over torque these, which a lot of people do, you can strip the threads in the soft aluminum transmission housing. Best practice with RTV is to encircle the bolt hole opening in the pan, so as not to get it on the threads of the bolt. Kudos to the previous commentor about using a few longer bolts to suspend the pan directly under the correct holes as in aid to reassembly

[@garpikemike1]

Great video. Only thing id add is that when you choose which bolts to leave in pull them all the way out with you ratchet etc.. then put them back in by hand enough to hold. Sometimes you dont want your too full of oil but the bolts are too tight to take out by hand. When that happens you have zero choice to get your gun full of stinkin fluid inside it whereas you can alwats roll your sleeve up and get it with your fingertips. I

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for the tip. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@joespadoni8412]

If using a pump to drain much first. Would it not be best to back up onto the ramps, blocking the front wheels so most of fluid will go forward get pumped out of dipstick tube and providing more room underneath to work?

[@dustinlamb7941]

You should’ve dropped the pan as you was lifting it in to place...that’s how it always is.

[@Revitauto]

I dont exactly understand what you are trying to tell me here, can you try to be a bit more descriptive! I am always open to new tips and tricks. Happy Motoring-Blair

[@dustinlamb7941]

@@Revitauto us yard mechanics always drop things as we are working.

[@yjohn5290]

Now I don't feel so bad paying that $300+ to get it done.. Thanks

[@Revitauto]

Haha! Yeah the parts are actually really costly!

[@mack606]

That’s the prettiest neatest bead I have ever seen and the clean black pan just shows it off 👍🏾

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@phydeux543]

Have you tried using a fluid extractor to remove most the fluid from the top, to make pulling the pan less of a hassle?

[@deasttn]

Yes. It's important to remove the pan n clean magnet n change filter but once I've done that oncei just siphon the oil through the dipstick

[@underourrock]

Thank you very much for an extremely well done video. The wix filter kit I looked up for this has a gasket instead of using RTV. Would you consider cleaning (using the same thorough techniques) and using the gasket instead of RTV? Wix makes some good stuff, so I'm tempted.

[@denisgiguere1600]

i hate rtv ! (lol) I live in canada and the rtv tube cost 30$ and ironically, the gasket cost 5$ !!! I mean if you arn't a transmission mecanic(more job mean the rtv dont have the time to dry in the tube), once you open the rtv tube , its basically good to the garbage !!! (it dry fast in the tube when its open ... and even when its not, if you have a tube for 1 or 2 years, its seize up in the tube), ... whatever

[@underourrock]

@@denisgiguere1600 100% agree... Just didn't know if maybe the gaskets have their own problems. Glueing the pan on with RTV might be better, but I don't know if it's really worth it.

[@denisgiguere1600]

​@@underourrock what i do , i pre-glue the gasket to the oil pan with the permatex ''grey gasket maker'' , i let it dry and apply a thin coat to the gasket, let dry a little and install it as simple as that. That ''grey gasket maker'' can last 10 years in the tube without drying.

[@underourrock]

@@denisgiguere1600 now that sounds like it's well worth the money!

[@garyr.8116]

@@denisgiguere1600 YEP- that grey permatex stuff it good - never had a leak with it.

[@JoshuaBurton110213]

The problem for me is I am not experienced enough to do it myself and also, there is no place that I trust to do it for me.

[@patrickjames1080]

Watch plenty of videos - and do it yourself to get experience

[@ColonelEMHouse]

Is it necessary to pry out and reinstall that collar for the push on filter? I’d like to leave it and reuse it if not an issue.

[@YKadventures]

This is exactly what I needed to see to convince me to pay someone else to continue doing it lol - Can you explain why there are 2 different filters in this transmission? Can you also shed any light on why in the world they don't give us a drain plug? I'm convinced my driveway and my face would have more oil on it than the pan if I did it myself haha - great video - cheers!

[@Kgio-2112]

Always use a speedy wrench to remove the pan bolts. No power tools of any kind

[@ryanv7195]

Great video thanks for the time and effort. One question that I have to anyone who knows, would a pre-made gasket be more effective or at least as good as the rtv ? Does anyone know or have opinions? I have to do this as well and I saw Rock auto has gaskets for sale. Thanks

[@cortezcesar]

I just did mine with a kit I bought from autozone with filters and gasket haven’t seen any leaks

[@allenrasmussen1018]

2016 has no transmission dip stick check

[@riseup3117]

11 quarts of oil after fluid and filter change

[@fishydubsfishing6516]

I'm glad you said start the bolts what your finger I was watching another video the guy Rams the bolts in with an impact wrench without starting them by hand I said this is the same guy that strips out the spark plugs is the head what impact gun

[@TerryHaupt616]

nicely done.

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@felipesegundo]

Excellent video, I just got a question... my truck is a 2015 1500 3,6 L, is a 8 gear automatic transmission, and I been told for the dealer (here in CHILE) that the transmission fluid don’t need to be changed, then I read the manual and I think they where right. What do you think about it??

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

Yes it doesn’t need to be changed. Only a service is performed where about 25-50% is changed. Not the whole thing.

[@texasfan8892]

if by changed, you mean a full transmission fluid flush, then no it doesn't require it. However, dealers recommend you do a typical draining of the fluid and refilling it (following the proper fill procedure of course) every 100,000 miles or more often if the truck is used for frequent towing. However, to say that you can just completely ignore the transmission forever is ridiculous because there's no such thing as fluid that lasts forever. The term "lifetime fluid" simply means the lifetime of the transmission, so whether that lifetime is as long as 150,000 miles or as short as 50,000 miles, it technically did its job. However, if you do a transmission service at the proper intervals, you'll never need to do a transmission flush.

[@cinepost]

This is a huge pain….

[@--emt]

I have a 2017 there is no transmission dip stick you have to fill it up from the actual panhole. I don't know if this is the same process but it would be nice if he described the new transmissions.

[@SRR1213]

You may have the ZF8 transmission. The 8 speed. This is the 5 speed.

[@DL101ca]

He definitely has the 8spd zf. They started putting those in at the end of 2013. It's a completely different process

[@fivele1]

Stupide action and procédure..

[@seanbyrne2847]

My owners manual didnt say how my transmission fluid I need. I tried googling it and no luck. This is the only place I found the transmission fluid capacity for my 2011 dodge ram 1500 2wd 3.7L v6. So 5.5 quarts is correct right? Thanks

[@Revitauto]

Check the video description! We have all of the capacities right out of the book! But you can also check the fluid level of how we teach you in the video! I hope this helps, Happy Motoring-Blair

[@barrybebenek8691]

This is the 6 speed trans? Mine has the 8speed, and has a PITA plastic pan.

[@jonnyboy3674]

Not sure if this was mentioned in the video but I'm pretty sure when checking the fluid level you're to put the vehicle in neutral after setting the park brake, at least to my understanding 😉

[@Dennis-sq2nm]

Absolutely correct sir. Mopar has always been that way.

[@Wan72_]

@@Dennis-sq2nm do you mean i should put my gear in neutral when checking the transmission fluid instead of park ?

[@Dennis-sq2nm]

@@Wan72_ yes. All dodge vehicles are like this.

[@Wan72_]

@@Dennis-sq2nm ive been checking my trans fluid and added a total of 7 qts and checking it on park And it was still below the first hot dot

[@Wan72_]

And the trans temp was 52c

[@harryodum5598]

I sure like you to do mine LOL where do you live I’ll give you another job to do. How much would you charge to do this for a customer?

[@duckraceadventures]

So is the gasket maker still a requirement when adding a new seal?

[@geoffnavolt1970]

I have a 2002 ram b3500 van. Do I have 2 filters like this truck? What are these 2 filters called?

[@firebrand07]

Excellent! Doing my ram 1500 today. Thank you!

[@mikeyRS4]

howd it go.. think I'll do mine this weekend

[@firebrand07]

@@mikeyRS4 dont mess with the filter. It’s problematic, difficult to install properly.

[@Revitauto]

How did that work for you? Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@firebrand07]

Now seeing this in 2023, I wish I left the filter alone. Ended up calling a tow to a garage to have them fix the filter. One big pain in the butt.

[@prkeene]

Does this apply to a 2500 from the same year range, 2015 specifically?

[@genepierson1728]

Thanks for sharing. Dealer told me it would be $1,100 to $1,200 to have it done! He quoted me with a fluid flush too. Crap! I think I may take a day off work and just do it my self.

[@Revitauto]

Wowsers, I did not realize it was so costly. I will have to check with my local dealers here.

[@illiniwood]

Never ever let anyone do a flush on your transmission, including the dealership. Drain, replace filters and fill is all you ever want to do to a transmission. If you're concerned with old fluid left behind get an aftermarket pan with a drain plug and replace a quart or two at every oil change. Honestly, if you did just that at every oil change the transmission would probably outlast the engine.

[@Revitauto]

@@illiniwood This is very true, we never do a transmission flush on a vehicle. We will only Exchange the fluid. We have a transmission service machine that goes into the trans cooler lines, it uses the line pressure from the pressure side of the trans cooler line (This is really low pressure in the 10-15 psi range) and then it displaces a bag that is full of fluid and exchanges the fluid. It is gentle and soft.

[@Revitauto]

I would not put in a flush additive, it is not the best idea for the transmission. the other comment here has it correct!

[@harrywagner7907]

My 2015 Ram doesn't have a dipstick so how do I get the fluid into the transmission?

[@jonburrows2684]

Them bolts and everything else would end up in the drain pan for me. Along with transmission fluid running all the way to my armpits. I'd end up breaking the pan for sure and with all them bolts, I'd take out 20 and end up with 2 left over when I was done. Never fails. How do I know if I pay someone whether or not they actually replaced the filter and did it right? Oh, and if I did it, when I thought I was done after putting EVERYTHING back, I'd be like, where did this magnet come from

[@patrickjames1080]

So true

[@megatron6771]

Just wondering if I should go to the dealership or Mr transmission mister transmission is cheaper

[@ErinGoober]

Filter torque spec of 10 is NOT correct. It's 7.... The bolt broke. Your video says differently, but if you list a torque spec in the description please make sure it's right. We were able to get the bolt out but now we are trying to find a replacement bolt. Please change this in your description.

[@Revitauto]

What size torque wrench did you use? And where did you find that torque specification? If you email me your vin number I can see if I can source you a bolt!

[@d.mar.2624]

Are the filters different for the 2WD and the 4WD 65RFE?

[@andrewschoenfeldt5620]

Half a million on the TRX. I figured it deserved a new transmission filter and fluid.

[@williambowden1509]

That's Great. Thanks for the info...

[@Revitauto]

Glad it was helpful. We would appreciate it if you subscribed to help us grow and continue creating repair videos to help everyone. Happy motoring!

[@terrysansom7071]

I know there alot of fourwheel drive truck .. come on 2 wheel drive work on them ...

[@jcaprietta]

The 2011 has the 545RFE 5 speed, should be the same process?

[@SoundOfNewOrleans]

Son, you should invest in some GLOVES!

[@Revitauto]

I certainly do! I normally am always wearing gloves! Auto chemicals are super harsh! Thank you for looking out for me! Happy Motoring - Blair

[@boseal7633]

Change ing my filter an it came with pan gasket do I use it or rib silicone or both