Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Wheel Nut Torque Specs (2021–2025)

<h1>Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Wheel Nut Torque Specs (2021–2025)</h1>

<p>The Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series is Australia's most iconic 4WD. Owners who use it as intended — off-road, touring, towing — need correct <a href="/lug-nut-torque">lug nut torque specs</a>s every time a wheel comes off. This guide covers all 300 Series variants sold in Australia from 2021 to 2025.</p>

<h2>LandCruiser 300 Wheel Nut Torque Spec</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Model</th><th>Years</th><th>Torque</th><th>Thread</th><th>Wrench Size</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>300 Series (all variants)</td><td>2021–2025</td><td><strong>130 Nm (96 ft-lb)</strong></td><td>M14 × 1.5</td><td>21mm</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> The 130 Nm spec applies to all 300 Series variants — GX, GXL, VX, Sahara, and Sahara ZX — regardless of whether they're fitted with alloy or steel wheels.</p>

<h2>Tightening Sequence — 5-Stud Wheel</h2>

<p>The 300 Series uses a 5-stud hub. Always tighten in a star pattern:</p>

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<li>Hand-tighten all 5 nuts</li>

<li>First pass: ~65 Nm in star pattern</li>

<li>Final pass: 130 Nm in star pattern</li>

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<p>Never tighten in a circle — even clamping across all 5 studs is essential on a heavy vehicle.</p>

<h2>Re-torque After 50–100 km</h2>

<p>The 300 Series is a 2,850+ kg vehicle when loaded. After any wheel removal — tyre rotation, puncture, aftermarket wheel fitting — <a href="/lug-nut-torque">re-torque your wheel nuts</a> 50–100 km. The combination of vehicle weight and off-road use creates significant settling forces. Many LandCruiser 4WD clubs include a retorque stop as standard practice on any multi-day trip.</p>

<h2>LandCruiser 300 Wheel and Hub Specifications</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Specification</th><th>Value</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>Bolt pattern</td><td>5 × 150 mm</td></tr>

<tr><td>Hub bore</td><td>110.1 mm</td></tr>

<tr><td>Wheel nut type</td><td>Conical seat (60°)</td></tr>

<tr><td>Stud thread</td><td>M14 × 1.5</td></tr>

<tr><td>OEM <a href="/bolt-size-chart">wheel nut size reference</a> size</td><td>21mm</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> <strong>Note:</strong> The 300 Series uses a 5 × 150 mm bolt pattern — unique in the Australian ute/SUV segment. It does NOT share wheel fitment with the HiLux (6 × 139.7), Ranger (6 × 139.7), or Prado (6 × 139.7 or 5 × 150 depending on generation). Confirm fitment before ordering aftermarket wheels.</p>

<h2>LandCruiser 300 Oil Drain Plug Torque</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Engine</th><th>Torque</th><th>Thread</th><th>Socket</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>3.3L V6 Twin-Turbo Diesel (F33A-FTV)</td><td><strong>30 Nm (22 ft-lb)</strong></td><td>M14 × 1.5</td><td>14mm</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> Always fit a new crush washer. The 300 Series engine bay is tight — use an oil filter wrench and ensure the washer seats correctly before torquing.</p>

<h2>LandCruiser 300 Front Brake Caliper Torque</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Fastener</th><th>Torque</th><th>Socket</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>Caliper bracket to knuckle</td><td><strong>235 Nm (173 ft-lb)</strong></td><td>19mm</td></tr>

<tr><td>Caliper slide pin bolts</td><td><strong>43 Nm (32 ft-lb)</strong></td><td>14mm</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> The 300 Series has 6-piston front Brembo calipers on Sahara variants. The bracket torque (235 Nm) is high — use a long-handle torque wrench and verify the wrench is rated to at least 250 Nm.</p>

<h2>LandCruiser 300 vs Prado — Thread Difference</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Spec</th><th>LC300 (FJA300R)</th><th>Prado 150 (GRJ/GDJ)</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>Bolt pattern</td><td>5 × 150 mm</td><td>6 × 139.7 mm</td></tr>

<tr><td>Stud thread</td><td>M14 × 1.5</td><td>M12 × 1.5</td></tr>

<tr><td>Wheel nut torque</td><td>130 Nm</td><td>103 Nm</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> Despite both being Toyota ladder-frame 4WDs, the LC300 and Prado use entirely different wheel hardware. Nothing is interchangeable.</p>

<h2>Quick Reference: Full LC300 Torque Specs</h2>

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<thead><tr><th>Fastener</th><th>Torque</th><th>Thread</th><th>Tool</th></tr></thead>

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<tr><td>Wheel nut</td><td><strong>130 Nm</strong></td><td>M14 × 1.5</td><td>21mm socket</td></tr>

<tr><td>Oil drain plug</td><td>30 Nm</td><td>M14 × 1.5</td><td>14mm socket</td></tr>

<tr><td>Front caliper bracket</td><td>235 Nm</td><td>—</td><td>19mm socket</td></tr>

<tr><td>Front caliper slide pin</td><td>43 Nm</td><td>—</td><td>14mm socket</td></tr>

<p></tbody></table> Specs for Australian-market Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series. Always verify against your model-year workshop manual.</p>