1990 Dodge Ram 50 Maintenance Schedule

Take care of your Dodge Ram 50 and it'll take care of you. With the right maintenance at the right time, your Ram 50 could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. But how do you know what service to get and when? Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Ram 50, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1990 Dodge Ram 50!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Dodge, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Ram 50 running for longer, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 1990 Dodge Ram 50 problems in the future.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1990 Dodge Ram 50 and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your Ram 50’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1990 Dodge Ram 50. In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Ram 50 may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Dodge Ram 50 battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Ram 50 stranded. Your Dodge Ram 50 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 1990 Dodge Ram 50 running newer, longer. See Dodge's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 1990 Ram 50 in the chart at the top of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 1990 Dodge Ram 50? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your Dodge Ram 50 steering and suspension system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide the appropriate Dodge Ram 50 steering and suspension services. This can include things like power steering fluid replacement, wheel alignment adjustments, replacement of struts and wheel bearings, and ball joint lubrication. Components within your Dodge Ram 50's steering system require regular maintenance.

Without routine Dodge Ram 50 maintenance, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Dodge Ram 50’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Dodge Ram 50? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 1990 Dodge Ram 50 maintenance and repairs.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.