2013 Ford F-150 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2013 Ford F-150 lug nut torque is 177 in-lbs then +60°, tightened with a 13mm socket on M10 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: 177 in-lbs then +60° · Socket size: 13mm · Thread: M10.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2013 Ford F-150. 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.

Ford lug-nut torque varies more by chassis than most makes — 100 ft-lbs for Focus/Fusion/Fiesta, 150 ft-lbs for half-ton F-150, and 165 ft-lbs for Super Duty F-250/F-350. F-150s from 2004-2014 use a 21mm OEM socket, while 2015+ aluminum-body trucks moved to the larger 22mm. Ford torque-to-yield (TTY) head bolts are standard from the early 2000s — do not reuse them, ever.

Common fastener categories on the 2013 Ford F-150

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2013 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2013 Ford F-150?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2013 Ford F-150 is 177 in-lbs then +60°, using a 13mm socket on M10 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 2013 Ford F-150 lug nuts?

The 2013 Ford F-150 uses a 13mm 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 2013 Ford F-150 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 F-150 years

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

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All 112 2013 Ford F-150 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2013 Ford F-150, 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 — 2013 Ford F-150

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2013 Ford F-150. At the wheels, the lug nut torques to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) (21mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the wheels, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) (wheel lug nut).

Brakes — 2013 Ford F-150

Brake fasteners on the 2013 Ford F-150 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the rear caliper guide pins, plan for a 11mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (rear brake caliper guide pin bolts). Brake disc shield bolts tightens to 159 in-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the dust shield to knuckle/axle. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 24mm drive on a M16 x 2.0 thread, torqued to 185 ft-lbs (250 Nm) at the front wheel hub. At the caliper guide pins / slide pins (front), the front brake caliper guide pin bolts torques to 27 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10 thread). For the front brake caliper, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25-30 ft-lbs (brake caliper bolt). Rear brake caliper bracket bolts (anchor plate) tightens to 184 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14 threads, located at the rear caliper bracket to rear axle knuckle. The front brake caliper bracket bolts (anchor plate) uses a 18mm drive on a M14 thread, torqued to 184 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket to front steering knuckle. At the brake hose bracket to wheel knuckle, the brake flexible hose bracket bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10 thread). For the brake hose to caliper inlet, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10 banjo stud; final torque is 26 ft-lbs (brake caliper banjo bolt (brake hose flow bolt)). Abs wheel speed sensor bolt tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the abs tone ring sensor to knuckle.

Engine — 2013 Ford F-150

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2013 Ford F-150, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Torque converter to flexplate nuts tightens to 27 ft-lbs (36 Nm), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10 threads, located at the torque converter studs through flexplate, 4 nuts. The timing chain hydraulic tensioner bolts (each bank) uses a 13 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) at the each bank, 2 bolts per tensioner (4 bolts total). At the manifold-to-y-pipe collector flange nuts, the exhaust manifold to y-pipe / catalytic converter nuts torques to 30 ft-lbs (40 Nm) (15 mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the cylinder head to block, plan for a 13mm (2011-12), 12mm (2013-14) tool on a M12x1.75 (2011-2012) / M11x1.50 (2013-2014) stud; final torque is Stage 1: 18 ft-lbs | Stage 2: 30 ft-lbs | Stage 3: +90° | Stage 4: +90° (cylinder head bolts). Vct phaser assembly bolts (cam phaser/sprocket bolts) tightens to 133 in-lbs then +90°, takes a 10mm or T40 Torx driver, runs on M8 threads, located at the camshaft phaser to camshaft. The engine front cover (timing cover) bolts uses a 10mm drive on a M8 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs then +60° at the engine front cover to block. At the right-side engine mount through-bolt nut, the engine mount through nut (rh side) torques to 184 ft-lbs (250 Nm) (24 mm drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the oil filter housing, passenger side engine block, plan for a Oil filter cap wrench tool on a Spin-on filter (3/4-16 SAE) stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (16 Nm) (oil filter). Power steering pressure tube fitting tightens to 48 ft-lbs (65 Nm), takes a 19 mm driver, runs on Metric flare or AN fitting threads, located at the high-pressure line fitting at pump or steering gear. The timing chain tensioner bolts uses a 8mm drive on a M6 thread, torqued to 89 in-lbs at the hydraulic timing chain tensioner to block. At the one sensor per bank near vct housing at front of head (2 total), the camshaft position (cmp) sensor bolt torques to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) (8 mm or T30 Torx drive, M6 thread). For the main bearing caps to block, plan for a 13mm tool on a M11 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 177 in-lbs (all) | Stage 2: 30 ft-lbs (outer only) | Stage 3: 48 ft-lbs (see notes for full sequence) (main bearing cap bolts (inner vertical)). Oil filter adapter bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil filter adapter plate to engine block. The a/c compressor bolts uses a 15 mm drive on a M10 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) at the a/c compressor to bracket and block. At the intake manifold to cylinder heads, the intake manifold bolts torques to 100 in-lbs then +30° (10mm drive, M8 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 16mm Socket tool on a M14 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 11 ft-lbs (15 Nm) (spark plug). Ignition coil bolt (coil-on-plug) tightens to 53 in-lbs (6 Nm), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the each coil-on-plug to valve cover, 1 bolt per coil (8 total). The harmonic balancer / crankshaft damper pulley bolt uses a 1-3/16 in or 30 mm drive on a M20x1.5 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 103 ft-lbs; Stage 2: back off 1/4 turn (90 degrees); Stage 3: 74 ft-lbs final (Summit Racing procedure). Alternative Ford procedure: 90 Nm, loosen 1 full turn, retighten 50 Nm, then +85-95 de at the front of crankshaft, single center bolt. At the camshaft bearing caps to cylinder head, the camshaft journal / bearing cap bolts torques to 53 in-lbs then +45° (8mm or T30 Torx drive, M6 thread). For the alternator to bracket lower pivot bolt, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (generator (alternator) lower mounting bolts). Oil pan drain plug tightens to 10 ft-lbs (14 Nm), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the bottom of oil pan, threaded drain hole. The oil pump bolts uses a 10mm drive on a M8 thread, torqued to 177 in-lbs then +60° at the oil pump to block. At the idler pulley bracket, front of engine, the accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt torques to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (15 mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the vct oil control solenoid to cylinder head, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 70 in-lbs then +30° (vct solenoid bolts). Oil pressure switch tightens to 10 ft-lbs (14 Nm), takes a 22 mm or sender socket driver, runs on 1/8 NPT tapered pipe thread threads, located at the engine block near oil filter. The main bearing cap cross bolts (side bolts) uses a 12mm drive on a M10 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 89 in-lbs | Stage 2: 22 ft-lbs | Stage 3: +60° at the main bearing cap lateral cross-bolts. At the rear main seal housing to block, the rear main oil seal retainer bolts torques to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) (8 mm drive, M6 thread). For the pulley to water pump hub, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (water pump pulley bolts). Valve cover bolts (cam cover) tightens to 89 in-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the valve cover to cylinder head. The flexplate inspection cover bolts uses a 15 mm drive on a M10 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) at the bellhousing lower inspection / dust cover. At the timing cover to engine block, multiple bolt sizes and positions, the engine front cover bolts (timing cover) torques to Stage 1 (bolts 1-5): 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm); Stage 2 (bolts 6-7): 35 ft-lbs (50 Nm); Stage 3 (bolts 8, 11-15): 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm); Final: +60 degrees TTY per Summit Racing (13 mm / 15 mm drive, M8x1.25 (most); M10x1.5 (2 studs) thread). For the engine block lower sides (one per bank), plan for a 13 mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm) (knock sensor bolt). Exhaust manifold bolts/nuts tightens to Stage 1: 18 ft-lbs | Stage 2: 26 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8 studs / M8 nuts threads, located at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head. The oil pump screen and pickup tube spacer / strap bolt uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) at the pickup tube brace/spacer to engine block or ladder. At the lh and rh motor mount bracket-to-block, each side, the engine mount insulator bracket to cylinder block bolts torques to 46 ft-lbs (63 Nm) (18 mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the water pump to timing cover/block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 stud; final torque is 177 in-lbs then +60° (water pump bolts (coolant pump)). Power steering pump bolts tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 15 mm driver, runs on M10 threads, located at the ps pump to mounting bracket. The crankshaft position (ckp) sensor bolt uses a 8 mm drive on a M6 thread, torqued to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) at the lower front of block near trigger wheel. At the crankshaft rear flange, the flexplate / flywheel bolts torques to 177 in-lbs then +60° (13mm drive, M10 thread). For the oil pan to block, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 89 in-lbs then +45° (oil pan bolts). Fuel rail (injection supply manifold) bolts tightens to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) — FSM; Summit Racing: 89 in-lbs + 90 degrees TTY, takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the fuel rail to intake manifold (both banks). The connecting rod bolts uses a 10mm drive on a M9 thread, torqued to 60 ft-lbs (rod bolt stretch method: 0.0058–0.0062 in) at the connecting rod cap to rod. At the crankshaft snout, the harmonic balancer bolt (crankshaft damper) torques to Stage 1: 103 ft-lbs | Stage 2: Loosen 1/4 turn | Stage 3: 74 ft-lbs (1-1/4 in (32mm) drive, M20 thread). For the water pump to engine front cover, plan for a 10 mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (water pump bolts). Engine mount bracket bolts tightens to 41 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 threads, located at the engine mount bracket to block. The flexplate bolts (automatic transmission) uses a 12 mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 59 ft-lbs (80 Nm) — OEM FSM; Summit Racing performance: 177 in-lbs + 60 degrees TTY at the flexplate to crankshaft, rear of engine (6 bolts). At the exhaust manifold stud-in-head, m10 studs, the exhaust manifold studs (to cylinder head) torques to 9 ft-lbs (12 Nm) (Stud installer or double-nut method drive, M10x1.5 (stud into aluminum head) thread). For the belt tensioner to front of engine block, plan for a 15 mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) (accessory drive belt tensioner bolts). Camshaft bearing cap bolts (all journal caps) tightens to Initial 53 in-lbs, then +45 degrees (TTY per Summit Racing); final value 89 in-lbs (10 Nm), takes a 8 mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the along top of each camshaft, all regular caps. The oil drain plug uses a 15mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 19 ft-lbs at the bottom of oil pan. At the exhaust manifold and downstream pipes (4 sensors total), the heated oxygen sensor (ho2s) torques to 34 ft-lbs (46 Nm) (22 mm O2 sensor socket drive, M18x1.5 thread). For the top of each cylinder head; 15 bolts lh, 14 bolts rh, plan for a 8 mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) (valve cover bolts (lh and rh)). Timing chain guide bolts tightens to 89 in-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the chain guides to block/head. The intake manifold bolts (lower — to cylinder heads) uses a 10 mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 18 lb-in; Stage 2: 71-106 lb-in (approx 89 in-lbs target) per Ford FSM; Summit Racing: 100 in-lbs + 30 degrees TTY at the lower intake manifold to cylinder heads, 4 bolts per side (8 total). At the pickup tube flange to oil pump body, the oil pump screen and pickup tube to oil pump bolts torques to 89 in-lbs (10 Nm); Summit Racing adds +45 degrees for performance (8 mm drive, M6 thread). For the thermostat housing / coolant outlet, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 89 in-lbs (thermostat housing bolts). Throttle body bolts tightens to Stage 1: 80 in-lbs; Stage 2: +90 degrees additional (per 2004-2008 F-150 Fear No Fix repair video); FSM: 89 in-lbs final, takes a 10 mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the throttle body to upper intake manifold, 4 bolts. The exhaust manifold nuts (manifold to head) uses a 15 mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm) per OEM FSM; Summit Racing two-pass: 18 ft-lbs then 26 ft-lbs at the exhaust manifold nuts on studs, both banks. At the bracket connecting block-mounted bracket to rubber mount insulator, the engine mount insulator bracket to engine support insulator bolts torques to 53 ft-lbs (72 Nm) (18 mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the individual ignition coils to valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6 stud; final torque is 53 in-lbs (coil-on-plug (ignition coil) bolts).

Drivetrain — 2013 Ford F-150

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2013 Ford F-150 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The rear axle pinion nut (crush sleeve axle) uses a 1-5/16 in or 33mm drive, torqued to Minimum 140 ft-lbs initial; final per rotational preload spec at the rear differential pinion. At the rear differential housing, the rear differential filler plug torques to 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) (3/8-in square drive, 3/8-in square drive thread). For the rear differential, 8.8-in axle, plan for a See notes tool; final torque is 77 ft-lbs (105 Nm) (rear axle differential bearing cap bolts (8.8-in)). Transmission crossmember / mount bolts tightens to 76 ft-lbs (crossmember to frame) / 35 ft-lbs (mount to transmission), takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 threads, located at the transmission mount to crossmember/frame. The transmission-to-engine bolts (bellhousing) uses a See notes drive, torqued to 44 ft-lbs (60 Nm) at the transmission bellhousing to engine block. At the front driveshaft, 4wd models, the front driveshaft to transfer case output flange bolts (4wd) torques to 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (12-point socket (see notes) drive). For the front axle, 4wd, plan for a See notes tool; final torque is 60 ft-lbs (82 Nm) (front halfshaft (cv axle) flange bolts to front differential output shaft). Pinion nut (rear differential) tightens to Crush sleeve method – torque to achieve 15-19 in-lbs new bearing preload, takes a 1-5/16 in or 33mm driver, runs on M30 fine thread threads, located at the pinion shaft, rear differential. The transfer case to transmission adapter bolts and nuts (4wd) uses a See notes drive, torqued to 37 ft-lbs (50 Nm) at the transfer case adapter, 4wd. At the ring gear to differential carrier, the rear differential ring gear bolts torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12 thread). For the rear axle to frame, plan for a See notes tool; final torque is 66 ft-lbs (89 Nm) (rear axle housing mounting bolts (to frame/hanger brackets)). Rear differential ring gear bolts (9.75-in axle) tightens to 110 ft-lbs (149 Nm), takes a See notes driver, located at the ring gear to carrier, 9.75-in axle. The rear differential housing cover bolts (8.8-in axle — steel cover) uses a 13mm drive, torqued to 33 ft-lbs (46 Nm) at the rear differential cover, 8.8-in axle. At the front driveshaft to front differential / transfer case, the front driveshaft flange bolts (4x4) torques to 76 ft-lbs (12mm 12-point drive, M10 12-point thread). For the differential cover, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25-35 ft-lbs (differential cover bolt). Transfer case adapter bolts (4x4) tightens to 37 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 threads, located at the transfer case adapter to transmission. The rear differential housing cover bolts (9.75-in axle) uses a 13mm drive, torqued to 35 ft-lbs (48 Nm) at the rear differential cover, 9.75-in axle. At the transmission mount to crossmember, the transmission mount nuts (mount to crossmember) torques to 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (See notes drive). For the rear driveshaft yoke to pinion flange, plan for a 12-point socket (see notes) tool; final torque is 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (rear driveshaft to rear axle pinion flange bolts). Transmission-to-engine (bellhousing) bolts tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10 threads, located at the transmission bellhousing to engine block. The rear differential ring gear bolts (8.8-in axle) uses a 5/8 in drive, torqued to 77 ft-lbs (105 Nm) at the ring gear to carrier, 8.8-in axle. At the rear differential cover, the rear differential cover bolts (9.75-in aam) torques to 33 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10 thread). For the transfer case, 4wd electronic shift models, plan for a 8mm tool; final torque is 89 in-lbs (10 Nm) (transfer case electronic shift motor bolts). Transmission crossmember to frame bolts tightens to 66 ft-lbs (90 Nm), takes a See notes driver, located at the transmission crossmember. The rear axle differential pinion shaft lock bolt uses a See notes drive, torqued to 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) at the rear differential carrier. At the rear driveshaft to rear axle flange / transfer case output, the rear driveshaft flange bolts torques to 76 ft-lbs (12mm 12-point drive, M10 12-point thread).

Suspension — 2013 Ford F-150

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2013 Ford F-150 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the front wheel hub, the hub assembly bolt torques to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm) (21mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread).

Suspension & Steering — 2013 Ford F-150

Suspension & Steering fasteners on the 2013 Ford F-150. For the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 24mm tool on a M16 stud; final torque is 111 ft-lbs (lower ball joint nut). Shock absorber-to-lower arm bolt/nut (rear) tightens to 351 ft-lbs, takes a 30mm driver, runs on M20 threads, located at the rear shock lower mount to rear lower control arm. The upper ball joint nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the upper ball joint stud to steering knuckle. At the strut rod nut through upper strut tower, the upper strut tower nuts (top mount) torques to 46-47 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M14 thread). For the front sway bar to lower control arm, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12 stud; final torque is 59 ft-lbs (sway bar end links (front)). Front upper control arm bolts (silent block) tightens to 111 ft-lbs, takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 threads, located at the upper control arm inner bushing bolts to frame. The front lower control arm bolts (pivot / silent block) uses a 27mm (nut) / 21mm (bolt) drive on a M20 thread, torqued to 258 ft-lbs at the front and rear lower control arm pivot bolts to frame/crossmember. At the outer tie rod end to steering knuckle, the tie rod end nut torques to 85 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M14 thread). For the rear leaf spring u-bolts to axle pad, plan for a 7/8 in tool on a 9/16-18 Grade 8 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 30 ft-lbs | Stage 2: 59 ft-lbs | Stage 3: 89 ft-lbs (rear leaf spring u-bolt nuts). Strut lower pinch bolt / nut tightens to 406 ft-lbs, takes a 30mm driver, runs on M20 threads, located at the strut lower end to lower control arm. The wheel lug nuts uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) at the wheel studs, all four corners.

Body/Frame — 2013 Ford F-150

Body/Frame fasteners on the 2013 Ford F-150. Bed mount bolts tightens to 52-55 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M12 threads, located at the truck bed to frame. The cab mount bolts uses a 15mm (bottom) / 22mm (cage nut) drive on a M14 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the body-to-frame cab mounts.

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