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Dodge maintenance schedule
Enter the VIN, or choose the fuel, engine size and year, to see the service intervals for that Dodge engine: engine oil, timing chain or belt, brake fluid, transmission, coolant and spark plugs. Each line says how firm the figure is and where it comes from.
Last updated October 10, 2026
The short answer
- Are these Dodge intervals for US cars?
- Yes. They come from Dodge's US owner's manuals and maintenance guides wherever Dodge publishes them, and otherwise from US dealers and parts makers; each line says which and links to it. Where a figure depends on driving conditions, it's the normal schedule; the severe schedule (towing, short trips, dust, extreme heat) is shorter.
- How often does a Dodge need an oil change?
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles on 10 of the 12 Dodge engines we hold, per Dodge's own schedule. Many Dodge models use an oil-life monitor, which can call for a change sooner; enter the VIN for your engine.
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Dodge engines and their schedules
12 Dodge engines sold in the US, with the models each is in and the normal-schedule intervals, each linked to its source. Enter the VIN above to see just yours.
1.3 Turbo I4 plug-in hybrid — Dodge Hornet R/T
2024 onIn: Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV (2024-)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Brake fluid
- Every 2 years (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 6-speed automatic (hybrid): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
1.4 MultiAir Turbo I4 — Dodge Dart
2013–2016In: Dodge Dart 1.4 Turbo (2013-2016)
- Timing drive
- Timing belt · Replace every 15 years or 150,000 milessource
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 30,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- Manual transmission: No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- 6-speed dual-clutch automatic (1.4 Turbo): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 20,000 miles (maker's figure)source
2.0 Turbo I4 ('Hurricane4') — Dodge Hornet GT
2023 onIn: Dodge Hornet GT (2023-)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Brake fluid
- Every 2 years (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 60,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 9-speed automatic: No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
2.4 Tigershark MultiAir2 I4 — Jeep Cherokee, Dodge Dart
2013–2023In: Jeep Cherokee 2.4 (2014-2023), Dodge Dart 2.4 (2014-2016)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 9-speed automatic (948TE, Cherokee): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- 6-speed automatic (Dart 2.0/2.4): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
2.4 World Engine I4 (dual VVT) — Dodge Journey
2012–2020In: Dodge Journey 2.4 (2012-2020)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 30,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 4-speed automatic: Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 20,000 miles (maker's figure)source
3.6 Pentastar V6 — Charger, Challenger, 300
2012–2023In: Dodge Charger (2012-2023), Dodge Challenger (2012-2023), Chrysler 300 (2012-2023)
- Timing drive
- Timing chain · No scheduled replacementsource
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 8-speed automatic (845RE / 8HP45): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
3.6 Pentastar V6 — Dodge Journey
2012–2020In: Dodge Journey 3.6 (2012-2020)
- Timing drive
- Timing chain · No scheduled replacementsource
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 6-speed automatic (62TE): Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- Every 60,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 20,000 miles (maker's figure)source
3.6 Pentastar V6 — Grand Cherokee, Durango, Ram 1500
2011 onIn: Jeep Grand Cherokee / Grand Cherokee L (2011-), Dodge Durango (2011-), Ram 1500 incl. eTorque (2013-)
- Timing drive
- Timing chain · No scheduled replacementsource
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 8-speed automatic (845RE / 850RE): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- 6-speed automatic (65RFE, early Ram 1500 where fitted): Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
5.7 HEMI V8 — Charger, Challenger, 300
2012–2023In: Dodge Charger R/T (2012-2023), Dodge Challenger R/T (2012-2023), Chrysler 300C/300S (2012-2023)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- Manual transmission: No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- 8-speed automatic (8HP70): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
5.7 HEMI V8 (incl. eTorque) — Grand Cherokee, Durango, Ram 1500, Wagoneer
2012 onIn: Jeep Grand Cherokee (2012-), Dodge Durango (2012-), Ram 1500 incl. eTorque and 1500 Classic (2012-), Wagoneer (2022-2023)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Severe duty: Every 4,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 12 months or 10,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 100,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- 8-speed automatic (8HP70 / 845RE / 8HP75): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- 6-speed automatic (65RFE, Ram 1500 where fitted): Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- Every 120,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
6.2 Supercharged HEMI V8 (Hellcat) — Dodge Challenger
2015–2023In: Challenger SRT Hellcat / Redeye / Super Stock / Demon (2015-2023)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 60,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- Manual transmission: Every 48,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- 8-speed automatic (8HP90): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
6.4 HEMI V8 (392) — Dodge Challenger
2015–2023In: Challenger R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392 (2015-2023)
- Timing drive
- Not confirmed
- Engine oil & filter
- Normal — oil-change indicator, maximum: Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Tire rotation
- Every 6 months or 6,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Spark plugs
- Every 96,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Transmission oil
- Manual transmission: Every 48,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- 8-speed automatic (8HP70): No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Differential & transfer case oil
- No scheduled change (maker's figure)source
- Coolant / antifreeze
- First at 10 years / 150,000 miles (maker's figure)source
- Pollen / cabin filter
- Every 12,000 miles (maker's figure)source
Dodge maintenance FAQs
Can I look up a Dodge maintenance schedule by VIN?▾
Yes. Paste the 17-character VIN into the box above. We decode it with NHTSA's free public decoder to get the model year, fuel and engine size, then match that engine in our tables. It's free and there's no signup.
Does my Dodge have a timing belt or a timing chain?▾
It depends on the engine. Of the 4 Dodge engines whose timing drive we've confirmed, 3 use a chain and 1 a belt. A belt has a replacement interval; enter the VIN above to see the one for your engine.
How do I check a used Dodge was serviced on schedule?▾
Compare this schedule with the car's actual record. Our Dodge service history check returns the manufacturer's own dealer records for one car by its VIN: the dates, the mileage at each visit and the work done. It costs $14.99, and nothing is charged if no records are found.
Is this data guaranteed?▾
No. Every line is labeled with where it comes from, and the maker's own figures are marked. None of it has been confirmed against your car, and the owner's manual for your model year is the final word.
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