2020 Ford F-150 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2020 Ford F-150 lug nut torque is 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm), tightened with a 21mm 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.

Lug nut torque: 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) · Socket size: 21mm · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2020 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.

Thirteenth generation (P552, 2015–2020)

The 2020 F-150 is Ford's thirteenth-generation P552 truck (2015–2020), most notable for switching to an aluminum-alloy body over a high-strength steel frame — a change that cut roughly 700 pounds of curb weight. Its signature engine is the twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 (365 hp at launch, 375 hp after the 2017 update), sold alongside 2.7-liter EcoBoost, 3.3-liter V6, and 5.0-liter Coyote V8 options.

Every trim uses a six-lug wheel on M14x1.5 studs, so lug hardware carries across the range. The aluminum body panels also mean many exterior and bracket fasteners clamp against soft alloy, where correct clamp load matters more than muscle.

Common fastener categories on the 2020 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 2020 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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 2020 Ford F-150?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2020 Ford F-150 is 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm), using a 21mm 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 2020 Ford F-150 lug nuts?

The 2020 Ford F-150 uses a 21mm 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 2020 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.

→ 2020 Ford F-150 oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2020 Ford F-150 suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2020 Ford F-150 brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2020 Ford F-150 maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 59 2020 Ford F-150 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2020 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 — 2020 Ford F-150

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2020 Ford F-150. Lug nut tightens to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the wheels. The wheel lug nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 150 ft-lbs (203 Nm) at the wheels.

Brakes — 2020 Ford F-150

Brake fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The brake line banjo bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 32-40 ft-lbs at the caliper. At the front caliper, the front caliper slide pin torques to 27 ft-lb (13mm hex drive, M10 thread). For the hub, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 13 ft-lbs (brake rotor set screw). Front caliper bracket bolt tightens to 184 ft-lb, takes a 21mm hex driver, runs on M14 threads, located at the front knuckle. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 24mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) at the front knuckle. At the caliper, the brake bleeder valve torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.0 thread). For the rear caliper, plan for a 13mm hex tool on a M10 stud; final torque is 26 ft-lb (rear 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 brake line bracket uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the frame. At the front brake caliper, the brake caliper bolt torques to 25-30 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the rear axle, plan for a M14 tool on a 2.0 stud; final torque is 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) (rear brake caliper bracket bolt). Caliper bracket bolt tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the steering knuckle.

Engine — 2020 Ford F-150

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2020 Ford F-150, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 7-9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). plan for a 5/8in tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (16 Nm) (spark plug). Oil filter housing tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the engine block. The oil drain plug uses a 16mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 25-30 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the oil cooler, the oil cooler line torques to 22 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Drivetrain — 2020 Ford F-150

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2020 Ford F-150 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the front hub (4wd), plan for a 36mm hex tool on a M30 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lb (front axle hub nut). Differential cover bolt tightens to 25-35 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the differential cover.

Suspension — 2020 Ford F-150

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2020 Ford F-150 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Strut mount nut tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the strut tower. The front shock absorber lower bolt uses a M14 drive on a 2.0 thread, torqued to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft) at the lower control arm. At the shock tower, the front shock absorber upper nut torques to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft) (15mm drive, M10 x 1.5 thread). For the frame, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 45 ft-lbs (shock mount bolt). Control arm bolt tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the subframe. The lower ball joint nut uses a 19mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 94 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the sway bar, the sway bar link nut torques to 66 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (wheel hub bolt). Tie rod end nut tightens to 43 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The hub assembly bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 129 ft-lbs (175 Nm) at the front wheel hub. At the frame, the upper control arm bolt torques to 129 ft-lbs (21mm drive, M14x2.0 thread).

Steering — 2020 Ford F-150

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. The tie rod lock nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 41 ft-lbs at the tie rod. At the subframe, the steering rack bolt torques to 74 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the column, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (steering column u-joint).

Body — 2020 Ford F-150

Body fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. At the body, the door hinge bolt torques to 27 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the frame, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (bumper bolt).

Exhaust — 2020 Ford F-150

Exhaust fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. For the frame, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (muffler hanger bolt). O2 sensor tightens to 30 ft-lbs, takes a 22mm driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the various. The exhaust flange bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the manifold.

Electrical — 2020 Ford F-150

Electrical fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. Starter mounting bolt tightens to See sequence: 1) 25 ft-lbs 2) 47 ft-lbs final, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the bell housing. The alternator ground strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the block. At the starter body, the starter heat shield bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the alternator, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 70 in-lbs (alternator terminal nut). Starter support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block/transmission. The belt tensioner pivot bolt uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the block. At the tensioner body, the belt tensioner lock bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the alternator, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (alternator b+ terminal nut).

Transmission — 2020 Ford F-150

Transmission fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. The trans pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the trans pan. At the trans case, the shift cable bracket torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the trans pan, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (trans drain plug). Trans mount bolt tightens to 54 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the crossmember. The trans cooler line uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the trans case.

HVAC — 2020 Ford F-150

HVAC fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. At the bracket, the alternator adjustment bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (caliper guide pin).

Exterior — 2020 Ford F-150

Exterior fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. For the hood, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (hood hinge bolt).

Interior — 2020 Ford F-150

Interior fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. Seat belt bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the body. The seat track bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 34 ft-lbs at the floor.

Cooling System — 2020 Ford F-150

Cooling System fasteners on the 2020 Ford F-150. The condenser bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the radiator.

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