2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), tightened with a 24mm 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: 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm) · Socket size: 24mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. 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 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

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 2010 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before 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 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 is 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), using a 24mm 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 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 lug nuts?

The 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 uses a 24mm 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 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 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 Ram 2500 years

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

→ 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 37 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, 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 37 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data.

Wheels — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. Lug nut tightens to 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), takes a 24mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the all four wheels.

Brakes — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Brake fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the front axle, caliper bracket. At the front caliper, the front caliper slide pin torques to 25-35 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread).

Engine — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the engine mount, the engine mount bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the engine block, plan for a Oil Filter Wrench tool on a 3/4-16 UNF stud; final torque is Hand Tight + 3/4 Turn (oil filter). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Oil drain plug tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm), takes a 15mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 9 lb-ft at the valve cover. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 13 ft-lbs (18 Nm) (9/16" drive, M14x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (glow plug).

Drivetrain — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the front differential, plan for a See notes tool on a 3/8" sq stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (front differential fill plug). Transfer case drain plug tightens to 20-25 ft-lbs, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the transfer case.

Suspension — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Shock absorber bottom bolt tightens to 100 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the shock lower mount. The sway bar link nut uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 75 lb-ft at the sway bar link. At the upper control arm, the upper control arm bolt torques to 100 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the lower control arm, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 130 lb-ft (lower control arm bolt). Shock absorber top nut tightens to 25 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the shock top mount. The rear leaf spring u-bolt nut uses a 22mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 135-175 ft-lbs at the rear leaf spring.

Steering — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. The tie rod end nut uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 60-75 ft-lbs at the tie rod end.

Electrical — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Electrical fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. At the starter body, the starter heat shield bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 40 ft-lbs (alternator pivot bolt). Starter mounting bolt tightens to See sequence: 1) 30 ft-lbs 2) 55 ft-lbs final, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the bell housing. The starter b+ terminal nut uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the starter. At the alternator, the alternator b+ terminal nut torques to 15 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (starter ground strap bolt). Starter support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block/transmission. The starter solenoid terminal nut uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 70 in-lbs at the solenoid. At the block, the belt tensioner pivot bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread).

Axle / Drivetrain — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Axle / Drivetrain fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. For the front wheel hub, plan for a See notes tool on a M34x1.5 stud; final torque is 160-180 ft-lbs (front axle hub nut (4wd)).

Transmission — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Transmission fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. Transmission mount bolt tightens to 50 lb-ft, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the transmission mount. The transmission pan bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 14 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the crossmember, the transmission crossmember bolt torques to 70 lb-ft (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread).

Brake — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Brake fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. The brake rotor set screw uses a T30 drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 lb-ft at the rotor to hub. At the caliper slide pin, the brake caliper slide pin bolt torques to 27 lb-ft (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the brake line to caliper, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 23 lb-ft (brake line banjo bolt). Brake caliper bolt tightens to 80 lb-ft, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the caliper to bracket.

Wheel — 2010 Dodge Ram 2500

Wheel fasteners on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500. At the wheel center, the center cap clip torques to Hand Tight (N/A drive, N/A thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a N/A tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is Press Fit (wheel stud).

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 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 numbers above.

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