2019 Dodge Challenger Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2019 Dodge Challenger lug nut torque is 111 ft-lbs, tightened with a 22mm socket on M14x1.5 studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass. The wheel bolt pattern is 5x115.

Lug nut torque: 111 ft-lbs · Socket size: 22mm · Thread: M14x1.5 · Bolt pattern: 5x115.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2019 Dodge Challenger. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

Stellantis (Jeep/Ram/Dodge/Chrysler) torque values: Wrangler/Cherokee lug nuts spec 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), Ram 1500 specs 135 ft-lbs (183 Nm), Ram 2500/3500 specs 160 ft-lbs (217 Nm). Most use a 19mm or 22mm socket with M14x1.5 thread on trucks. The Wrangler's hub-centric ring is critical — do not run hub-piloted wheels without it.

Common fastener categories on the 2019 Dodge Challenger

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket bolts (typically 80-130 ft-lbs) and slide/guide pins (18-35 ft-lbs)
Engine oil drain plug torque — rarely above 30 ft-lbs; always use a new crush washer
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts (low torque, often 89-106 in-lbs)
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque (typically 10-15 ft-lbs on aluminum heads — do not exceed)
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2019 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

Tools you will need

Metric socket set (8mm-22mm), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Anti-seize on stainless or dissimilar-metal threads; thread-locker (Loctite blue) on critical reassembly

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2019 Dodge Challenger?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2019 Dodge Challenger is 111 ft-lbs, using a 22mm socket on M14x1.5 thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2019 Dodge Challenger lug nuts?

The 2019 Dodge Challenger uses a 22mm socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2019 Dodge Challenger fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Dodge Challenger years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

→ 2019 Dodge Challenger oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2019 Dodge Challenger suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 60 2019 Dodge Challenger fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2019 Dodge Challenger, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 1 of the 60 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2019 Dodge Challenger. At the all four wheels, the lug nut torques to 111 ft-lbs (22mm drive, M14x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Brake fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the knuckle, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 115 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt). Brake line banjo bolt tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the caliper. The brembo caliper bolt uses a 19mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the knuckle. At the hub, the brake rotor screw torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Engine — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2019 Dodge Challenger, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Oil drain plug tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm), located at the oil pan. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The connecting rod bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M9x1.0 thread, torqued to See sequence at the rod cap. At the block, the valley cover bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (chain tensioner bolt). Timing cover bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the block. The main bearing cap bolt uses a 16mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to See sequence at the block. At the head, the rocker arm bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the frame, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (heat exchanger mount). Lifter guide bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the block. The supercharger bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to See sequence at the intake. At the block, the cylinder head bolt torques to See sequence (12mm drive, M11x2.0 thread). For the head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is See sequence (intake manifold bolt). Supercharger pulley tightens to 45 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the supercharger. The charge cooler bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9 ft-lbs at the manifold.

Suspension — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2019 Dodge Challenger — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The lower control arm bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the frame, the adaptive damper bolt torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the control arm, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 45 ft-lbs (sway bar link bolt). Front strut mount tightens to 75 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the strut tower. The performance spring seat uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the strut. At the frame, the rear shock bolt torques to 80 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread).

Body — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Body fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger. At the fender, the widebody liner clip torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, Push-Type thread). For the frame, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is See sequence (subframe bolt). Core support bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the frame. The body mount bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 45 ft-lbs at the frame. At the fender, the fender flare bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Exhaust — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Exhaust fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger. For the manifold, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (cat converter bolt). Performance cat bolt tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the manifold. The exhaust manifold bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to See sequence at the head. At the pipes, the exhaust x-pipe bolt torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the muffler, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (active exhaust valve). Muffler hanger bolt tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the frame.

Electrical — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Electrical fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger. Belt tensioner lock bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the tensioner body. The idler pulley bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the bracket. At the block, the belt tensioner pivot bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (alternator ground strap bolt). Alternator adjustment bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the bracket. The alternator pivot bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to See sequence at the bracket. At the starter, the starter b+ terminal nut torques to 15 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the block/transmission, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (starter support bracket bolt). Starter ground strap bolt tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the block. The starter heat shield bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the starter body. At the alternator, the alternator b+ terminal nut torques to 15 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the solenoid, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 70 in-lbs (starter solenoid terminal nut). Starter mounting bolt tightens to See sequence: 1) 25 ft-lbs 2) 47 ft-lbs final, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the bell housing. The alternator support bracket bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the block. At the alternator, the alternator terminal nut torques to 70 in-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Transmission — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Transmission fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger. The clutch cover bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to See sequence at the flywheel. At the pan, the trans pan bolt torques to See sequence (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the crossmember, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 45 ft-lbs (trans mount bolt). Shifter mount bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the trans. The bell housing bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 45 ft-lbs at the engine. At the case, the valve body bolt torques to See sequence (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Interior — 2019 Dodge Challenger

Interior fasteners on the 2019 Dodge Challenger. At the floor, the seat mount bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the floor, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (shifter console bolt). Seat belt anchor tightens to 45 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the b-pillar.

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