Ford Wheels

Ford Lug Nut Torque Specs

    Recommended Torque Values

    Ford Lug Nut Torque Specs

    Model Trim Years Torque
    500 SEDAN / SE/SEL 2005 - 2007 100 ft.-lbs.
    AEROSTAR P195/75R14 1985 - 1997 100 ft.-lbs.
    ASPIRE BASE/SE 1994 - 1997 85 ft.-lbs.
    BRONCO P235/75R15 1985 - 1996 100 ft.-lbs.
    BRONCO II 2WD 1984 - 1990 100 ft.-lbs.
    C-MAX 17"BASE 2013 - 2016 100 ft.-lbs.
    CONTOUR P185/70R14 1995 - 1997 70 ft.-lbs.
    CONTOUR - SVT SVT 1998 - 1998 85 ft.-lbs.
    CONTOUR P185/70R14 1998 - 2000 95 ft.-lbs.
    CROWN VIC 2/4 DOOR / P205/75R15 1987 - 2011 100 ft.-lbs.
    E-150 15"OPT. / STEEL WHL. 1992 - 2006 100 ft.-lbs.
    E-150 VAN 2007 - 2014 140 ft.-lbs.
    E-250 16"BASE 1992 - 2014 140 ft.-lbs.
    E-350 16"OPT. 1992 - 2009 140 ft.-lbs.
    E-350 SD 16"BASE / ECONOLINE 2003 - 2014 140 ft.-lbs.
    E-350 SD DUALLY CHASSIS / UNFINISHED 2003 - 2015 150 ft.-lbs.
    E-450 DUALLY CHASSIS / UNFINISHED 2003 - 2015 150 ft.-lbs.
    ECONOLINE - E150 15"OPT / E150 1985 - 1991 100 ft.-lbs.
    ECONOLINE - E250 15"BASE / E250 1985 - 1991 140 ft.-lbs.
    EDGE 18-INCH FWD 2007 - 2014 100 ft.-lbs.
    EDGE 20"BASE / TITANIUM 2015 - 2016 150 ft.-lbs.
    ESCAPE 15-INCH 2001 - 2018 100 ft.-lbs.
    ESCORT GT 1986 - 1990 100 ft.-lbs.
    ESCORT BASE/LX 1991 - 2004 85 ft.-lbs.
    EXCURSION 2WD 2000 - 2005 165 ft.-lbs.
    EXPEDITION - 12MM STUD 16-INCH 4WD 1997 - 2000 100 ft.-lbs.
    EXPEDITION - 14MM STUD 6-IN. LIFT 1997 - 2002 140 ft.-lbs.
    EXPEDITION - 14MM STUD 16-INCH / W/14MM NUT 2000 - 2018 150 ft.-lbs.
    EXPEDITION EL 17-INCH 2WD 2007 - 2018 150 ft.-lbs.
    EXPLORER 2WD / 225/70R15 1991 - 2018 100 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 4WD / 235/75R15 1984 - 2000 100 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 - 14MM STUD 17"BASE / W/14MM NUT 2000 - 2008 150 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 5LUG - 14MM STUD 16" OPT / HERITAGE 2004 - 2004 150 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 - ALL 18"BASE CABS 2008 - 2016 150 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 SVT - 12MM STUD 2 DOOR / LIGHTNING 1999 - 2000 100 ft.-lbs.
    F-150 SVT - 14MM STUD LIGHTNG. / W/14MM NUT 2000 - 2004 150 ft.-lbs.
    F-150/7700 - 12MM STUD 2WD / 7700SERIES 2000 - 2003 100 ft.-lbs.
    F-150/7-LUG - 14MM STUD 2WD / HERITAGE 2004 - 2007 150 ft.-lbs.
    F-250 - 7-LUG 16"LT / 7-LUG 1997 - 1999 100 ft.-lbs.
    F-250 16"OPT / 2WD 1986 - 1997 140 ft.-lbs.
    F-250 ALL CABS / 16"BASE 1999 - 2018 165 ft.-lbs.
    F-350 2WD 1986 - 1997 140 ft.-lbs.
    F-350 - ALL 4X2/ SUPER DUTY 1999 - 2016 165 ft.-lbs.
    F-350 DUALLY ALL CABS / SUPER DUTY 1999 - 2016 165 ft.-lbs.
    FESTIVA L/LX/GL 1988 - 1993 85 ft.-lbs.
    FIESTA - ALL 16"BASE / SEL/SES 2011 - 2016 95 ft.-lbs.
    FLEX 17"BASE 2009 - 2015 100 ft.-lbs.
    FOCUS 15"BASE / S SEDAN 2010 - 2011 100 ft.-lbs.
    FOCUS 14-INCH / BASE/ZX3 2000 - 2009 95 ft.-lbs.
    FOCUS - ALL 15"BASE / S 2012 - 2016 100 ft.-lbs.
    FREESTAR VAN / BASE/S/SE 2004 - 2007 100 ft.-lbs.
    FREESTYLE CROSSOVR / SE/SEL 2005 - 2007 100 ft.-lbs.
    FUSION 16-INCH / S/SE 2006 - 2018 100 ft.-lbs.
    FUSION 19"BASE / SPORT 2018 - 2018 150 ft.-lbs.
    GT COUPE 2005 - 2006 100 ft.-lbs.
    MUSTANG V8 / FASTBACK 1965 - 2014 100 ft.-lbs.
    MUSTANG 17"BASE / V6 2015 - 2015 110 ft.-lbs.
    MUSTANG PERF.PKG / ECOBOOST 2015 - 2018 150 ft.-lbs.
    PROBE 14-INCH / GL/LX 1989 - 1997 85 ft.-lbs.
    RANGER 2WD / P195/75R14 1986 - 2012 100 ft.-lbs.
    SPORT TRAC BASE / XLT 2007 - 2010 100 ft.-lbs.
    TAURUS - 14 INCH 14-INCH / GL/L/LX 1986 - 2016 100 ft.-lbs.
    TAURUS - 15 INCH 15-INCH / GL/SE/LX 2000 - 2007 95 ft.-lbs.
    TAURUS X 18"BASE / LIMITED 2008 - 2009 100 ft.-lbs.
    T-BIRD BASE/LX / P205/70R14 1985 - 2005 100 ft.-lbs.
    TEMPO 2/4 DOOR 1986 - 1994 100 ft.-lbs.
    TRANSIT XL/XLT / 350 2015 - 2018 150 ft.-lbs.
    TRANSIT CONNECT 16"BASE / CARGO VAN 2014 - 2018 100 ft.-lbs.
    TRANSIT CONNECT CARGO / XL/XLT 2010 - 2013 70 ft.-lbs.
    WINDSTAR VAN / P205/70R15 1995 - 2003 100 ft.-lbs.

    Ford Lug Nuts: The Power of Proper Lug Nut Torque

    It is of the upmost importance to torque the tire lug nuts on your Ford to the manufacturer's recommended specifications. Here's why:

    • Safety: Properly torqued lug nuts ensure your wheels are securely attached to the vehicle. This is crucial for maintaining control and preventing car accidents, especially when traveling at high speeds.
    • Wheel damage: Over-tightening the lug nuts can damage the threads, studs, or even the wheel itself. Under-tightening can allow the wheel to loosen and potentially come off while driving.
    • Warranty: Improperly torqued lug nuts can void your vehicle's warranty in case of any related issues.

    Here's what you should do:

    • 1. Refer to your owner's manual: It will have the exact torque specification for your specific Ford model and year.
    • 2. Use a torque wrench: This tool ensures you apply the precise amount of force needed for proper tightening.
    • 3. Follow the recommended tightening pattern: This ensures even distribution of force across the lug nuts.

    In summary, torquing tire lug nuts on a Ford or any other vehicle is crucial for safety, preventing damage, maintaining proper alignment, and following manufacturer recommendations. It's a relatively simple yet crucial maintenance task that should never be overlooked.

    For your safety and the safety of others on the road, always torque your Ford's tire lug nuts to the manufacturer's specifications.




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    *Note: Always verify lug nut torque and factory tire size specifications by referring to your owner’s manual.

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    *Aviso: Es esencial que verifiques los valores y especificaciones para torque de tuercas y tamaño de los neumáticos de fábrica consultando el manual del propietario (Diagrama de dueño).


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