Enter your Vehicle Make, Year, Stud/Bolt Size, Vehicle Type, and Lug Nut Seat Type into the Wheel Torque Spec Calculator to get your Recommended Torque, along with the equivalent Torque in Nm, a Safety Rating, and the Minimum Engagement Turns needed to keep your wheels where they belong.
Recommended Torque
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Torque (Nm)
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Safety Rating
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Minimum Engagement Turns
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Over-tightening can strip fastener threads, stretch wheel studs, warp brake rotors or drums, and potentially cause wheel failure. Always use a calibrated torque wrench and follow manufacturer specifications.
Under-tightening is extremely dangerous and can cause the wheel to come loose while driving. This can result in loss of vehicle control and serious accidents. Proper torque is critical for safety.
Use a calibrated torque wrench and tighten in a star or crisscross pattern. Tighten to half the specification first, then to full torque. Re-check torque after driving 50-100 miles.
Generally no. Torque specifications assume dry threads. Anti-seize can cause over-torquing since it reduces friction. Only use if specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
60° tapered seats are standard for most passenger vehicles and help center the wheel. 45° seats are primarily used on racing wheels and require specific wheel compatibility.
Check torque after installing new wheels, rotating tires, or any wheel service. It's good practice to verify torque every 5,000-7,500 miles or during regular maintenance.
Impact guns should only be used for initial installation. Always finish with a torque wrench to ensure proper specification. Impact guns can easily over-torque and damage components.
Most passenger vehicles require 80-140 ft-lbs, so a 1/2 inch drive torque wrench with a range of 10-150 ft-lbs is ideal. For larger trucks, you may need a higher capacity wrench.