Car Oil Specs

Category: Dodge

  • 2011–2020 Dodge Journey Oil Type and Capacity (2.4L and 3.6L)

    Quick answer: the Dodge Journey 2.4L takes 4.5 qt (4.26 L) and the 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of oil with a filter change. The manuals list SAE 5W-20 (5W-30 for the 3.6L in 2012).

    EngineOil capacity (with filter)Oil type
    2.4L 4-cylinder4.5 qt (4.26 L)5W-20
    3.6L Pentastar V66 qt (5.6 L)5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012)
    Source: FCA owner’s manuals (links below).

    Two engines, two capacities.

    Oil capacity by year

    Model year2.4L3.6L
    20124.5 qt6 qt (5W-30)
    20164.5 qt6 qt
    20204.5 qt—
    — = not listed in the 2020 manual.

    We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.

    Recommended oil type

    API Certified SAE 5W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395 (the 2012 manual lists 5W-30 for the 3.6L).

    How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2020 Dodge Journey

    See also: Oil life reset by brand.

    Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.

    Oil change tips

    • 2.4L: one 5-quart jug.
    • 3.6L: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
    • The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.

    Sources and how we checked

    All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):

    If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

    Last checked: October 26, 2026.

    FAQ

    How much oil does a Dodge Journey 2.4 take?

    4.5 qt (4.26 L).

    How much oil does a Journey 3.6 take?

    6 qt (5.6 L).

    What oil does a Journey use?

    SAE 5W-20.

    Is a 5-quart jug enough?

    For the 2.4L, yes.

    How do I reset the oil light?

    With the ignition ON, press the accelerator slowly three times within 10 seconds.

    See all Dodge oil capacities.

  • 2011–2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Oil Type and Capacity (3.6L V6)

    Quick answer: the 2011–2020 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of oil with a filter change. The manuals list SAE 5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012).

    EngineOil capacity (with filter)Oil type
    3.6L Pentastar V66 qt (5.6 L)5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012)
    Source: FCA owner’s manuals (links below).

    A 5-quart jug is not enough.

    Oil capacity by year

    Model yearOil capacityOil type
    20126 qt (5.6 L)5W-30
    20166 qt (5.6 L)5W-20
    20206 qt (5.6 L)5W-20
    We read the 2012, 2016 and 2020 manuals.

    We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.

    Recommended oil type

    API Certified SAE 5W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395 (5W-30 in the 2012 manual).

    How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2020 Dodge Grand Caravan

    See also: Oil life reset by brand.

    Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.

    Oil change tips

    • A 5-quart jug plus one quart.
    • The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.

    Sources and how we checked

    All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):

    If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

    Last checked: October 26, 2026.

    FAQ

    How much oil does a Dodge Grand Caravan take?

    6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.

    What oil does a Grand Caravan use?

    SAE 5W-20; the 2012 manual lists 5W-30.

    Is a 5-quart jug enough?

    No.

    Does the Chrysler Town & Country use the same?

    It shares the 3.6L V6; check its manual.

    How do I reset the oil light?

    With the ignition ON, press the accelerator slowly three times within 10 seconds.

    See all Dodge oil capacities.

  • 2011–2023 Dodge Challenger Oil Type and Capacity (3.6L, 5.7L, 392, Hellcat)

    Quick answer: the Dodge Challenger 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change (5W-30 in 2012). The 5.7L Hemi takes 7 qt (6.6 L) of 5W-20 (0W-20 in the 2023 manual). The 6.4L 392 takes 7 qt of 0W-40 synthetic; the 6.2L Hellcat takes 6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals.

    EngineOil capacity (with filter)Oil type
    3.6L Pentastar V66 qt (5.6 L)5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012)
    5.7L Hemi V87 qt (6.6 L)5W-20 (0W-20 in 2023)
    6.4L Hemi V8 (392)7 qt (6.6 L)0W-40 synthetic
    6.2L supercharged (Hellcat)6 qt (5.68 L) in 2015; 7 qt (6.6 L) from 20180W-40 synthetic
    Challenger (LD/LA). Source: FCA owner’s manuals (links below).

    The Hellcat figure changed. The 2015 manual lists 6 qt; the 2018 and 2020 manuals list 7 qt.

    Oil capacity by year

    Model year3.6L5.7L6.4L6.2L
    20126 qt (5W-30)7 qt——
    2015——7 qt6 qt
    20186 qt7 qt7 qt—
    20206 qt7 qt7 qt7 qt
    20236 qt7 qt (0W-20)——
    — = not listed in that manual; the 2015 SRT manual covers only the 6.4L and 6.2L.

    We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.

    Recommended oil type

    3.6L and 5.7L: API Certified SAE 5W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395; the 2012 manual lists 5W-30 for the 3.6L and the 2023 manual lists 0W-20 for the 5.7L.

    6.4L and 6.2L SRT: SAE 0W-40 synthetic (API Certified).

    How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2023 Dodge Challenger

    See also: Oil life reset by brand.

    Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.

    Oil change tips

    • 3.6L: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
    • 5.7L / 392: a 5-quart jug plus two quarts.
    • The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.

    Sources and how we checked

    All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):

    If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

    Last checked: October 26, 2026.

    FAQ

    How much oil does a Dodge Challenger 3.6 take?

    6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.

    How much oil does a Challenger R/T 5.7 take?

    7 qt (6.6 L).

    How much oil does a Challenger Scat Pack 392 take?

    7 qt (6.6 L) of 0W-40 synthetic.

    How much oil does a Challenger Hellcat take?

    6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals, of 0W-40 synthetic.

    What oil does a Challenger V6 use?

    SAE 5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012).

    See all Dodge oil capacities. Engine page: 5.7 Hemi.

  • 2011–2025 Dodge Durango Oil Type and Capacity (3.6L, 5.7L Hemi, SRT)

    Quick answer: the Dodge Durango 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of oil with a filter change and the 5.7L Hemi takes 7 qt (6.6 L). Recent manuals list 0W-20 for both (2023+). The SRT 392 (6.4L) takes 7 qt and the SRT Hellcat (6.2L) 8.3 qt of 0W-40.

    EngineOil capacity (with filter)Oil type
    3.6L Pentastar V66 qt (5.6 L)5W-30 (2012), 5W-20 (2014), 0W-20 (2017+)
    5.7L Hemi V87 qt (6.6 L)5W-20 (to 2020), 0W-20 (2023+)
    6.4L Hemi V8 (SRT 392)7 qt (6.6 L)0W-40 synthetic (MS-12633)
    6.2L supercharged (SRT Hellcat)8.3 qt (7.8 L)0W-40 (MS-12633)
    Source: FCA owner’s manuals (links below).

    The grades changed over the years. Check the oil filler cap of your Durango.

    Oil capacity by year

    Model year3.6L3.6L oil5.7L5.7L oil
    20126 qt (5.6 L)5W-307 qt (6.6 L)5W-20
    20146 qt (5.6 L)5W-207 qt (6.6 L)5W-20
    20176 qt (5.6 L)0W-207 qt (6.6 L)5W-20
    20206 qt (5.6 L)0W-207 qt (6.6 L)5W-20
    20236 qt (5.6 L)0W-207 qt (6.6 L)0W-20
    20256 qt (5.6 L)0W-207 qt (6.6 L)0W-20
    We read the 2012, 2014, 2017, 2020, 2023 and 2025 manuals.

    We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.

    Recommended oil type

    3.6L: API Certified SAE 0W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395 (2017+); earlier manuals list 5W-20 or 5W-30.

    5.7L Hemi: SAE 5W-20 through 2020, 0W-20 in the 2023 and 2025 manuals.

    SRT 6.4L / Hellcat 6.2L: SAE 0W-40 synthetic meeting MS-12633.

    How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2025 Dodge Durango

    See also: Oil life reset by brand.

    Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.

    Oil change tips

    • 3.6L: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
    • 5.7L: a 5-quart jug plus two quarts.
    • The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.

    Sources and how we checked

    All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):

    If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

    Last checked: October 26, 2026.

    FAQ

    How much oil does a Dodge Durango 3.6 take?

    6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.

    How much oil does a Durango 5.7 Hemi take?

    7 qt (6.6 L).

    What oil does a Durango use?

    0W-20 for the 3.6L (2017+) and the 5.7L (2023+); 5W-20 in earlier manuals.

    How much oil does the Durango SRT 392 take?

    7 qt (6.6 L) of 0W-40 synthetic.

    How much oil does the Durango Hellcat take?

    8.3 qt (7.8 L) of 0W-40.

    See all Dodge oil capacities. Engine page: 5.7 Hemi.

  • 2011–2023 Dodge Charger Oil Type and Capacity (3.6L, 5.7L, 392, Hellcat)

    Quick answer: the Dodge Charger 3.6L V6 takes 6 qt (5.6 L) of SAE 5W-20 with a filter change (5W-30 in 2012). The 5.7L Hemi takes 7 qt (6.6 L) of 5W-20 (0W-20 in the 2023 manual). The 6.4L 392 takes 7 qt of 0W-40 synthetic; the 6.2L Hellcat takes 6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals.

    EngineOil capacity (with filter)Oil type
    3.6L Pentastar V66 qt (5.6 L)5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012)
    5.7L Hemi V87 qt (6.6 L)5W-20 (0W-20 in 2023)
    6.4L Hemi V8 (392)7 qt (6.6 L)0W-40 synthetic
    6.2L supercharged (Hellcat)6 qt (5.68 L) in 2015; 7 qt (6.6 L) from 20180W-40 synthetic
    Charger (LD/LA). Source: FCA owner’s manuals (links below).

    The Hellcat figure changed. The 2015 manual lists 6 qt; the 2018 and 2020 manuals list 7 qt.

    Oil capacity by year

    Model year3.6L5.7L6.4L6.2L
    20126 qt (5W-30)7 qt——
    2015——7 qt6 qt
    20186 qt7 qt7 qt—
    20206 qt7 qt7 qt7 qt
    20236 qt7 qt (0W-20)——
    — = not listed in that manual; the 2015 SRT manual covers only the 6.4L and 6.2L.

    We read the fluid capacities table and the engine fluids section of every manual listed under Sources.

    Recommended oil type

    3.6L and 5.7L: API Certified SAE 5W-20 meeting FCA Material Standard MS-6395; the 2012 manual lists 5W-30 for the 3.6L and the 2023 manual lists 0W-20 for the 5.7L.

    6.4L and 6.2L SRT: SAE 0W-40 synthetic (API Certified).

    How to reset the oil change light on the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger

    See also: Oil life reset by brand.

    Most of these owner’s manuals describe two ways to reset the oil change indicator after an oil change: in the instrument cluster display, go to the Oil Life item and confirm Reset; or, with the ignition in ON/RUN and the engine off, fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds, then turn the ignition off. Check your manual for the exact menu on your model.

    Oil change tips

    • 3.6L: a 5-quart jug plus one quart.
    • 5.7L / 392: a 5-quart jug plus two quarts.
    • The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is in the safe range on the dipstick before adding more.

    Sources and how we checked

    All capacities and oil grades on this page come from the owner’s manuals published by FCA US (Stellantis) on Mopar’s official owner site (“Technical Specifications”: fluid capacities and engine fluids and lubricants):

    If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.

    Last checked: October 26, 2026.

    FAQ

    How much oil does a Dodge Charger 3.6 take?

    6 qt (5.6 L) with a filter change.

    How much oil does a Charger R/T 5.7 take?

    7 qt (6.6 L).

    How much oil does a Charger Scat Pack 392 take?

    7 qt (6.6 L) of 0W-40 synthetic.

    How much oil does a Charger Hellcat take?

    6 qt in the 2015 manual and 7 qt in the 2018–2020 manuals, of 0W-40 synthetic.

    What oil does a Charger V6 use?

    SAE 5W-20 (5W-30 in 2012).

    See all Dodge oil capacities. Engine page: 5.7 Hemi.