2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan lug nut torque is 95 ft-lbs (130 Nm), tightened with a 19mm socket on M12x1.5 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.

Lug nut torque: 95 ft-lbs (130 Nm) · Socket size: 19mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

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 2008 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

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 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is 95 ft-lbs (130 Nm), using a 19mm socket on M12x1.5 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 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan lug nuts?

The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan uses a 19mm 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 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Grand Caravan years

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

→ 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 17 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. The lug nut torques to 95 ft-lbs (130 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Brake fasteners on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. plan for the right driver; final torque is 74 ft-lbs (100 Nm) (rear brake caliper bracket bolt). Front brake caliper guide-pin bolt tightens to 26 ft-lbs (35 Nm). The rear brake caliper guide-pin bolt, torqued to 26 ft-lbs (35 Nm). The front brake caliper bracket bolt torques to 125 ft-lbs (169 Nm).

Engine — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Spark plug tightens to 13 ft-lbs (18 Nm), takes a 5/8 in driver. The engine oil drain plug, torqued to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm).

Drivetrain — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The front axle/hub nut, torqued to 125 ft-lbs (169 Nm).

Suspension — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The sway bar end link nut torques to 65 ft-lbs (88 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) (strut upper mount nuts). Sway bar frame bracket bolt tightens to 27 ft-lbs (37 Nm). The lower control arm rear bushing bolt, torqued to 114 ft-lbs (155 Nm). The front wheel hub-to-knuckle bolts torques to 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 114 ft-lbs (155 Nm) (lower control arm front frame bolt). Lower ball joint nut tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) + 180 deg. The strut-to-knuckle lower bolts, torqued to 65 ft-lbs (88 Nm) + 90 deg.

Steering — 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. plan for the right driver; final torque is 55 ft-lbs (75 Nm) (outer tie rod end nut).

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 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan numbers above.

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