2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Oil Drain Plug Torque & Size

The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 oil drain plug torque is 25 lb-ft on a M12x1.75 thread, using a 13mm. Fit a new crush washer at every oil change and do not over-tighten — most modern oil pans are soft aluminum and strip easily.

How tight should the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 oil drain plug be?

Torque it to 25 lb-ft with a calibrated torque wrench, not an impact gun. Over-tightening strips the aluminum pan threads; under-tightening leaks. Always replace the crush washer.

What size is the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 oil drain plug?

It takes a 13mm. Thread size: M12x1.75. Many import drain plugs use a hex (Allen) key rather than a socket.

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