2026 Ford Bronco Sport Bolt Sizes & Torque Specs

Lug nut torque is not verified for this summary. Review the cited evidence and exact hardware application before installation.

This page distinguishes source-backed fields, unresolved conflicts and unverified legacy records for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport. Match the exact hardware and manual conditions before maintenance. A source for one field does not verify the other specifications.

Ford torque and wheel-hardware specs vary sharply by chassis, especially between passenger cars, half-ton trucks and Super Duty trucks. Match the exact application and resolve source conflicts before tightening; a legacy database row is not authoritative evidence.

Common fastener categories on the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket, mounting, and slide/guide-pin bolts are different fasteners. Confirm the exact axle, application and service-manual specification before reassembly.
Engine oil drain plug torque and tool size when this vehicle has a verified drain-plug record
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts where the database has exact records
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque only when a vehicle-specific spark-plug row is available
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2026 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly mix aluminum, high-strength steel and coated fasteners. Use the exact fastener record and service-manual procedure for the joint you are touching; do not adjust torque or add compounds unless the procedure calls for it.

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
Replacement washers, threadlocker, anti-seize, or dry-thread preparation only when the exact service procedure specifies them

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?

Specification not verified for this lug nut summary. Do not substitute another model year's value.

What socket size do I need for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport lug nuts?

Confirm the socket against the actual lug nut; no size is assumed here.

Are the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport 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 Ford Bronco Sport years

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

All 4 2026 Ford Bronco Sport fastener specs

Per-field evidence and legacy records for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport. A verified torque does not verify socket size, thread or part number. Unverified records are not installation instructions; conflicting specifications are withheld.

Brakes — 2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Brake fasteners on the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Front Caliper Slide Pin (Front caliper). Torque: 26 ft-lbs (35 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 13mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Front Caliper Bracket Bolt (Front axle). Torque: 111 ft-lbs (150 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 18mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.75 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.

Engine — 2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Oil Drain Plug (Oil pan). Torque: 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 15mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.75 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: EJ7Z-6730-B (legacy record, unverified).

Wheels & Tires — 2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Wheels & Tires fasteners on the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport. Lug Nut (All corners). Torque: 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 21mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.

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 2026 Ford Bronco Sport numbers above.

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