2020 Dodge Charger Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2020 Dodge Charger lug nut torque is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), 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: 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm · Thread: M14x1.5 · Bolt pattern: 5x115.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2020 Dodge Charger. 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 2020 Dodge Charger

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 2020 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 2020 Dodge Charger?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2020 Dodge Charger is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), 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 2020 Dodge Charger lug nuts?

The 2020 Dodge Charger 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 2020 Dodge Charger 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 Charger years

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

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All 35 2020 Dodge Charger fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2020 Dodge Charger, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both.

Wheels — 2020 Dodge Charger

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2020 Dodge Charger. plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) (lug nut).

Brakes — 2020 Dodge Charger

Brake fasteners on the 2020 Dodge Charger — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Rear caliper guide pin bolt tightens to 23 ft-lbs (31 Nm). The front caliper bracket bolt, torqued to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). The front caliper guide pin bolt torques to 44 ft-lbs (60 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (115 Nm) (rear caliper bracket bolt).

Engine — 2020 Dodge Charger

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2020 Dodge Charger, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The valve cover bolt (3.6l), torqued to 9 ft-lbs (12 Nm). The front engine mount through bolt torques to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 6 ft-lbs (8 Nm) (valve cover bolt (5.7 hemi)). Oil filter housing cap (3.6l) tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm).

Drivetrain — 2020 Dodge Charger

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2020 Dodge Charger — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The driveshaft to axle flange bolt torques to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm) (transmission mount to transmission bolt). Front axle hub nut (awd) tightens to 157 ft-lbs (213 Nm). The rear differential cover bolt, torqued to 48 ft-lbs (65 Nm). The rear axle hub nut torques to 157 ft-lbs (213 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 184 ft-lbs (250 Nm) (front axle hub nut (rwd)).

Suspension — 2020 Dodge Charger

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2020 Dodge Charger — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. plan for the right driver; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm) + 90 deg (front lower ball joint nut). Rear shock absorber upper bolt tightens to 38 ft-lbs (52 Nm). The front shock absorber shaft nut, torqued to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). The rear camber link knuckle bolt torques to 72 ft-lbs (98 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 128 ft-lbs (174 Nm) (front shock absorber lower bolt). Rear compression link knuckle bolt tightens to 60 ft-lbs (81 Nm). The rear shock absorber lower nut, torqued to 53 ft-lbs (72 Nm). The front upper control arm frame nut torques to 55 ft-lbs (75 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 95 ft-lbs (128 Nm) (front sway bar link nut). Front shock absorber upper nut tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm). The rear sway bar link nut, torqued to 45 ft-lbs (61 Nm). The front tension strut ball joint nut torques to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm) + 90 deg. plan for the right driver; final torque is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) (front lower control arm cradle nut). Front hub bearing bolt tightens to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm). The rear toe link knuckle bolt, torqued to 60 ft-lbs (81 Nm). The front upper ball joint nut torques to 35 ft-lbs (47 Nm) + 90 deg. plan for the right driver; final torque is 72 ft-lbs (98 Nm) (rear tension link knuckle bolt). Rear spring link knuckle nut tightens to 102 ft-lbs (138 Nm).

Steering — 2020 Dodge Charger

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2020 Dodge Charger. Outer tie rod end nut tightens to 63 ft-lbs (85 Nm). The steering gear mounting bolt, torqued to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm).

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then use the 2020 Dodge Charger numbers above.

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