2018 Ford F-150 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2018 Ford F-150 lug nut torque is 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm), tightened with a 22mm hex 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 6x135.

Lug nut torque: 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm hex · Thread: M14x1.5 · Bolt pattern: 6x135.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2018 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 2018 Ford F-150

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 2018 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 2018 Ford F-150?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2018 Ford F-150 is 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm), using a 22mm hex 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 2018 Ford F-150 lug nuts?

The 2018 Ford F-150 uses a 22mm hex 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 2018 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 15 2018 Ford F-150 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2018 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 — 2018 Ford F-150

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2018 Ford F-150. The wheel lug nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) at the wheels.

Brakes — 2018 Ford F-150

Brake fasteners on the 2018 Ford F-150 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. At the front brake caliper, the brake caliper bolt torques to 25-30 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the front caliper, plan for a 13mm hex tool on a M10 stud; final torque is 27 ft-lb (front caliper slide pin). Rear caliper bracket bolt tightens to 181 ft-lb, takes a 21mm hex driver, runs on M14 threads, located at the rear axle. The rear caliper slide pin uses a 13mm hex drive on a M10 thread, torqued to 26 ft-lb at the rear caliper. At the front knuckle, the front caliper bracket bolt torques to 184 ft-lb (21mm hex drive, M14 thread). For the front wheel hub, plan for a 24mm tool on a M16 x 2.0 stud; final torque is 185 ft-lbs (250 Nm) (front brake caliper bracket bolt). Rear brake caliper bracket bolt tightens to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft), takes a M14 driver, runs on 2.0 threads, located at the rear axle.

Engine — 2018 Ford F-150

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2018 Ford F-150, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the engine oil pan, plan for a 15mm hex tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 19 ft-lb (oil drain plug). Spark plug tightens to 11 ft-lb, takes a 9/16" (14mm) driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head.

Drivetrain — 2018 Ford F-150

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2018 Ford F-150 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Differential cover bolt tightens to 25-35 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the differential cover. The front axle hub nut uses a 36mm hex drive on a M30 thread, torqued to 30 ft-lb at the front hub (4wd).

Suspension — 2018 Ford F-150

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2018 Ford F-150 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The front shock absorber upper nut uses a 15mm drive on a M10 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft) at the shock tower. At the lower control arm, the front shock absorber lower bolt torques to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft) (M14 drive, 2.0 thread).

Wheel Hardware — 2018 Ford F-150

Wheel Hardware fasteners on the 2018 Ford F-150. At the all wheels, the lug nut torques to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) (22mm hex drive, M14x1.5 thread).

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 2018 Ford F-150 numbers above.

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