2022 Honda Accord Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2022 Honda Accord lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs, tightened with a 19mm socket on M12x1.5 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: 80 ft-lbs · Socket size: 19mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2022 Honda Accord. 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.

Honda's lug-nut torque sits at 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) for nearly every passenger model from 1998 onward, with an M12x1.5 thread on most cars and the larger 14mm thread on Ridgeline and Pilot. The 19mm socket Honda uses is one of the only OEM oddities in the Japanese lineup — bring a 19mm with you, not just a 21mm. Honda factory torque values for engine oil drain plugs are unusually low (29 ft-lbs on most engines) and the crush washer is single-use, so replace it every oil change.

Tenth generation (2018–2022)

The 2022 Accord's tenth generation (2018–2022) dropped the V6 entirely — the first Accord ever without one — in favor of turbocharged four-cylinders plus a hybrid. The base 1.5-liter turbo makes about 192 hp; the optional 2.0-liter turbo (closely related to Honda's Type R engine) makes about 252 hp.

Wheels use Honda's usual five-lug, M12x1.5 pattern, so lug hardware carries across much of the lineup.

Common fastener categories on the 2022 Honda Accord

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 2022 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 2022 Honda Accord?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2022 Honda Accord is 80 ft-lbs, using a 19mm socket on M12x1.5 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 2022 Honda Accord lug nuts?

The 2022 Honda Accord uses a 19mm 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 2022 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord years

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

→ 2022 Honda Accord oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2022 Honda Accord suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2022 Honda Accord brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2022 Honda Accord maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 41 2022 Honda Accord fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2022 Honda Accord, 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 — 2022 Honda Accord

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2022 Honda Accord. At the wheel hub, the wheel lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2022 Honda Accord

Brake fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the hub, plan for a 5mm tool on a M5x0.8 stud; final torque is 4 ft-lbs (rotor set screw). Brake line bracket tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the frame. The brake line banjo bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the caliper. At the knuckle, the brake caliper bracket torques to 80 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the caliper, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (brake bleeder valve).

Engine — 2022 Honda Accord

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2022 Honda Accord, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Intercooler mount bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the frame. The alternator bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the bracket. At the engine, the cylinder head bolt torques to Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (14mm drive, M11x1.5 thread). For the crankshaft, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 108 ft-lbs (crankshaft pulley bolt). Connecting rod bolt tightens to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.0 threads, located at the engine. The turbo oil feed bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9 ft-lbs at the turbo. At the engine block, the oil filter housing torques to 18 ft-lbs (24mm drive, M20x1.5 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 ft-lbs (camshaft cap bolt). Valve cover bolt tightens to 7.2 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. The oil drain plug uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the cylinder head, the rocker arm bolt torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt).

Suspension — 2022 Honda Accord

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2022 Honda Accord — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The wheel hub bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the knuckle. At the steering knuckle, the tie rod end nut torques to 32 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the subframe, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (control arm bolt).

Steering — 2022 Honda Accord

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. At the bracket, the power steering pump torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the tie rod, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 41 ft-lbs (tie rod lock nut).

Body — 2022 Honda Accord

Body fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. For the grille, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (active shutter bolt). Hood hinge bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the hood.

Exhaust — 2022 Honda Accord

Exhaust fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. Muffler hanger bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the frame. The exhaust flange bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the manifold. At the cat flange, the catalytic bolt torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread).

Electrical — 2022 Honda Accord

Electrical fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. The alternator ground strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the block. At the block, the starter ground strap bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the starter, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (starter b+ terminal nut). Starter heat shield bolt tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the starter body. The starter solenoid terminal nut uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 70 in-lbs at the solenoid. At the block, the belt tensioner pivot bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread).

Interior — 2022 Honda Accord

Interior fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. At the floor, the seat track bolt torques to 34 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the a-pillar, plan for a 8mm tool on a Push-Type stud; final torque is Hand Tight (a-pillar trim clip). Kick panel clip tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on Push-Type threads, located at the floor.

Transmission — 2022 Honda Accord

Transmission fasteners on the 2022 Honda Accord. For the trans pan, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (trans drain plug). Shift cable bracket tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the trans case. The trans cooler line uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the trans case. At the trans pan, the trans pan bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 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 2022 Honda Accord numbers above.

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