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Torque Specifications of Nissan Altima Lug Nut
In addition to the proper socket size, you must tighten the lug nuts to the correct torque spec on your Nissan Altima's wheels. This ensures the wheels are securely fastened without overtightening. The factory torque spec for most Altimas is 80 ft-lbs.
What is the torque on the axle nut on a Nissan Altima? ›
135 ft lbs for the axle nut.
What size are the lug nuts on a 2019 Nissan Altima? ›
M12x1. 25 Bulge Acorn Wheel Lug Nut (13/16" Hex - Conical Seat)
What spec should wheels be torqued to? ›
Under- or over-tightening wheel-attaching hardware can be damaging and dangerous.
| Hardware Bolt or Stud Size | Typical Torque Range in Ft/Lbs | Minimum Number of Turns of Hardware Engagement |
|---|
| 12 x 1.5 mm | 70 - 80 | 6.5 |
| 12 x 1.25 mm | 70 - 80 | 8 |
| 14 x 1.5 mm | 85 - 90 | 7.5 |
| 14 x 1.25 mm | 85 - 90 | 9 |
3 more rowsWhat is your car's torque value? The optimum torque value for your car or mounted rims can be found in the vehicle manual. It depends on the car model, rim size, design (aluminium or steel rims) and number of bolts. It is normally between 110 N⋅m and 120 N⋅m.
What torque should lug nuts be tightened to? ›
New wheels should be re-torqued after the first 50 to 100 driving miles.
| Hardware Bolt or Stud Size | Typical Torque Range in Ft/Lbs | Minimum Number of Turns of Hardware Engagement |
|---|
| 12 x 1.25 mm | 70 - 80 | 8 |
| 14 x 1.5 mm | 85 - 90 | 7.5 |
| 14 x 1.25 mm | 85 - 90 | 9 |
| 7/16 in. | 70 - 80 | 9 |
3 more rowsAs the nut is tightened, it pulls the flange and axle together to set the preload of bearings. These axle nuts will have specifications as low as 130-foot pounds and as high as 300-foot pounds.
Do you need a torque wrench for axle nut? ›
Avoid Overtightening – Use the Right Tool
MOOG recommends using a torque wrench to tighten the axle nut accurately. DO NOT use an impact wrench.
What is the torque for tightening wheel hubs? ›
For some hub units, the final torque specification can range from 150 to 350 ft/lbs depending on the application. Accurately tightening nut is critical to set the load paths for the bearings. But you must trust your torque wrench. Torque wrenches designed for lug nuts typically have an upper limit of 190 to 200 ft/lbs.
What size rims for 2019 Nissan Altima? ›
What size wheels does a Nissan Altima have? Nissan Altima rims typically come in a range of diameters, including 16'', 17'', 18'' and 19'' rims, depending on the year model and trim level of your Altima.
4) Socket Sizes
If the question “what size of sockets for lug nuts should I use” comes to your mind; the most common socket sizes for lug nuts are 17 mm, 19 mm, 21 mm, and 22 mm, all available at Olsa Tools. The 11/16-inch, 3/4-inch, 13/16-inch, and 7/8-inch SAE socket sizes also are fairly common.
What size are Nissan wheel nuts? ›
4 x wheel nuts to fit most NISSAN models 21mm socket size. M12 x 1.25mm. We have used these in our garage for years.
Where can I find my wheel torque specs? ›
It is usually in the owners manual under specifications, most cars with the aluminum wheels are 75 - 80 ft lbs. Can use the same or slightly more for steel. My Toyota spec is 76 ftlbs.
How many foot-pounds should I torque my wheels? ›
Most vehicles have lug nuts that require around 100 pound-feet of torque, but some vehicles require more or less. It's best to check your vehicle's manual to find out the exact specifications you need. You should properly torque your lug nuts when installing new wheels and after driving 50 to 100 miles on new wheels.
Is 300 ft lbs enough to remove lug nuts? ›
This ensures you have plenty of power to break them loose. For most passenger vehicles equipped with standard lug nuts, a 1/2 inch drive impact wrench providing around 300-400 ft-lbs of torque is sufficient. This covers common lug nut sizes of 14-21 mm on sedans, coupes, hatchbacks and some light trucks or SUVs.
What is the torque spec for a 2017 Nissan Altima? ›
2017 Nissan Altima Engine Options
The standard engine given to the 2017 Nissan Altima is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that offers 179 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque.
What is the torque of the Nissan Altima 2.0 Turbo? ›
The 2024 Nissan Altima has a turbocharger in the Altima SR VC-Turbo trim. This thrilling trim level brings you up to 248 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque from its 2.0-liter turbocharged engine.
What is wheel slip torque? ›
-- your engine sends a lot more torque to the wheels, producing a large amount of longitudinal force. If you add the longitudinal force (produced by the engine) and the lateral force created in the turn, and the sum exceeds the traction available, you just created wheel slip.
What is the torque of a wheel alignment? ›
Self aligning torque (SAT), also known as aligning torque or aligning moment (Mz, moment about the z direction), is the torque that a tire creates as it rolls along, which tends to steer it, i.e. rotate it around its vertical axis.
