2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty lug nut torque is 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm), tightened with a 22mm 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 8x170.

Lug nut torque: 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm · Thread: M14x1.5 · Bolt pattern: 8x170.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. 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 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

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 2023 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 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty is 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm), using a 22mm 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 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty lug nuts?

The 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty uses a 22mm 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 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty 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 250 Super Duty years

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

→ 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty engine & transmission mount torque specs

All 134 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty, 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 — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. The lug nut - position 1 uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) at the wheel hub. At the wheel speed sensor, the wheel speed sensor bolt - front left torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) (lug nut - position 4). Wheel speed sensor bolt - rear right tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the wheel speed sensor. The lug nut - position 5 uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the hub bearing bolt - rear left torques to 65 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (hub bearing bolt - front left). Wheel lug nut tightens to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The hub bearing bolt - rear right uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the lug nut - position 2 torques to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) (21mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the wheel speed sensor, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (wheel speed sensor bolt - rear left). Lug nut - position 3 tightens to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The wheel speed sensor bolt - front right uses a 8mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the wheel speed sensor. At the wheel hub, the hub bearing bolt - front right torques to 65 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread).

Brakes — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Brake fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. At the caliper bracket, the caliper bracket bolt - rear right lower torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the caliper slide, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (caliper slide pin - front right upper). Caliper bracket bolt - front right lower tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The brake line fitting - front left uses a 11mm drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the brake line. At the caliper bracket, the caliper bracket bolt - rear left lower torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the brake line, plan for a 11mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (brake line fitting - rear right). Caliper bracket bolt - rear left upper tightens to 85 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The caliper bracket bolt - front left lower uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the caliper slide, the caliper slide pin - front right lower torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the brake line, plan for a 11mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (brake line fitting - front right). Caliper slide pin - front left lower tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the caliper slide. The caliper bracket bolt - front right upper uses a 18mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 85 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the brake line, the brake line fitting - rear left torques to 12 ft-lbs (11mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the front axle - caliper, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 21-26 ft-lbs (front brake caliper slide pin). Caliper slide pin - front left upper tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the caliper slide. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 166-228 ft-lbs at the front axle - caliper bracket. At the caliper bracket, the caliper bracket bolt - rear right upper torques to 85 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt - front left upper).

Engine — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold stud - center). Oil drain plug (m15x1.5) tightens to 25-30 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M15x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. The intake manifold bolt - front uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the engine mount, the motor mount bolt - front left torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the oil pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (oil pan bolt - rear left). Valve cover bolt - right side tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. The timing cover bolt - upper uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the timing cover. At the water pump, the water pump bolt - side torques to 18 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt - center). Alternator bolt - upper tightens to 30 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the alternator bracket. The intake manifold bolt - left uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the timing cover, the timing cover bolt - side torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (cylinder head bolt - rear right). Intake manifold bolt - center tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the intake manifold. The water pump bolt - lower uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the water pump. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt - front torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 65 ft-lbs (cylinder head bolt - rear left). Valve cover bolt - left side tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the valve cover. The alternator bolt - adjuster uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 30 ft-lbs at the alternator bracket. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt - rear torques to 8 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the oil pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (oil pan bolt - front right). Cylinder head bolt - front right tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. The oil pan bolt - side uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt - rear torques to 18 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the starter motor, plan for a 15mm tool on a M12x1.75 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (starter bolt - lower). Cylinder head bolt - center tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder head. The intake manifold bolt - right uses a 13mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the engine mount, the motor mount bolt - front right torques to 75 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the alternator bracket, plan for a 13mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 30 ft-lbs (alternator bolt - lower). Oil pan bolt - front left tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil pan. The cylinder head bolt - front left uses a 10mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the starter motor, the starter bolt - upper torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the engine mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 75 ft-lbs (motor mount bolt - rear). Water pump bolt - upper tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water pump. The exhaust manifold stud - rear uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the exhaust manifold. At the timing cover, the timing cover bolt - lower torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold stud - front). Oil pan bolt - rear right tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil pan.

Drivetrain — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Transfer case drain plug tightens to 14-22 ft-lbs, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the transfer case. The transmission pan bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8-12 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the front & rear differential, the differential drain/fill plug torques to 15-30 ft-lbs (3/8" sq drive drive, 3/8" square drive thread).

Suspension — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The ball joint nut - front right uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the ball joint. At the shock absorber, the shock absorber bolt - lower torques to 45 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the sway bar link, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (sway bar link nut - rear left). Sway bar bushing bracket - front right tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. The ball joint nut - rear right uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the ball joint. At the ball joint, the ball joint nut - rear left torques to 80 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (ball joint nut - front left). Leaf spring u-bolt - front left tightens to 90 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the leaf spring. The sway bar link nut - rear right uses a 15mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to 35 ft-lbs at the sway bar link. At the strut top mount, the strut mount bolt - rear left torques to 50 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the strut top mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (strut mount bolt - rear right). Sway bar bushing bracket - rear right tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. The control arm bolt - front outer uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the sway bar link, the sway bar link nut - front left torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the strut top mount, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (strut mount bolt - front left). Leaf spring u-bolt - rear left tightens to 90 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the leaf spring. The control arm bolt - rear inner uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the sway bar bushing, the sway bar bushing bracket - rear left torques to 25 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the control arm, plan for a 21mm tool on a M16x2.0 stud; final torque is 125 ft-lbs (control arm bolt - rear outer). Shock absorber bolt - upper tightens to 45 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M12x1.75 threads, located at the shock absorber. The control arm bolt - front inner uses a 21mm drive on a M16x2.0 thread, torqued to 125 ft-lbs at the control arm. At the sway bar link, the sway bar link nut - front right torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the leaf spring, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 90 ft-lbs (leaf spring u-bolt - front right). Sway bar bushing bracket - front left tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the sway bar bushing. The leaf spring u-bolt - rear right uses a 19mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 90 ft-lbs at the leaf spring. At the strut top mount, the strut mount bolt - front right torques to 50 ft-lbs (18mm drive, M14x2.0 thread).

Body — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Body fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 113 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 118). Miscellaneous fastener 111 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 115 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 114 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 110). Miscellaneous fastener 109 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 116 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various. At the various, the miscellaneous fastener 119 torques to 15 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the various, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (miscellaneous fastener 120). Miscellaneous fastener 117 tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the various. The miscellaneous fastener 112 uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the various.

Suspension & Steering — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Suspension & Steering fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. For the rear suspension - leaf spring, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 148-202 ft-lbs (rear leaf spring u-bolt nut). Tie rod end nut tightens to 52-75 ft-lbs, takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front steering - tie rod end. The front hub/wheel bearing nut uses a Special hub nut socket drive on a M34x1.5 thread, torqued to 482-610 ft-lbs at the front axle hub.

Engine - Lubrication — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Engine - Lubrication fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. Oil drain plug tightens to 18-22 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan.

Wheels & Tires — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Wheels & Tires fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. The lug nut uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 165 ft-lbs (224 Nm) at the all wheels.

Transmission — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Transmission fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt - corner torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission cooler, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (cooler line fitting - inlet). Transmission mount bolt - front tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the transmission mount. The bell housing bolt - lower uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 55 ft-lbs at the bell housing. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt - right torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission cooler, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (cooler line fitting - outlet). Shift linkage bolt - pivot tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the shift linkage. The transmission pan bolt - left uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 12 ft-lbs at the transmission pan. At the transmission pan, the transmission pan bolt - rear torques to 12 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the shift linkage, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (shift linkage bolt - upper). Shift linkage bolt - lower tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the shift linkage. The transmission mount bolt - cross member uses a 18mm drive on a M14x2.0 thread, torqued to 65 ft-lbs at the transmission mount. At the bell housing, the bell housing bolt - upper torques to 55 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M12x1.75 thread). For the transmission pan, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 ft-lbs (transmission pan bolt - front). Transmission mount bolt - rear tightens to 65 ft-lbs, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x2.0 threads, located at the transmission mount. The bell housing bolt - side uses a 15mm drive on a M12x1.75 thread, torqued to 55 ft-lbs at the bell housing.

Engine - Ignition — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Engine - Ignition fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. For the cylinder head, plan for a 9/16" tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 26-30 ft-lbs (spark plug).

Fuel System — 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty

Fuel System fasteners on the 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty. Fuel filter housing bolt tightens to 18-22 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the fuel filter housing.

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 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty numbers above.

Loading the interactive 2023 Ford F 250 Super Duty fastener lookup with per-bolt filtering, part links, and torque tools…