1992 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 1992 Honda Civic 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 1992 Honda Civic. 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.

Common fastener categories on the 1992 Honda Civic

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

Heads up for 1992 Honda Civic owners: Vehicles this age frequently have seized fasteners due to thread corrosion. Apply penetrating oil (PB Blaster, Kroil) 24 hours before any wrenching, and have a thread chaser on hand. Lug studs are particularly prone to thread damage at this age; if a nut spins on without engaging, the stud is stretched and must be replaced before the wheel goes back on.

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 1992 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 1992 Honda Civic 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 1992 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 1992 Honda Civic 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 1992 Honda Civic 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 Civic years

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

→ 1992 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 1992 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 1992 Honda Civic axle nut torque spec (CV axle & hub nut)

→ 1992 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

All 54 1992 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 1992 Honda Civic, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 3 of the 54 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 1992 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 1992 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The front caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the front brake caliper bracket. At the front brake caliper, the caliper slide pin torques to 25 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M10x1.25 thread).

Engine — 1992 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 1992 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold nut torques to 23 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the fuel rail, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (fuel rail bolt). Alternator bolt tightens to 33 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the alternator bracket. The oil pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the water pump, the water pump bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the throttle body, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (throttle body bolt). Thermostat housing bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the thermostat housing. The engine mount bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the engine mount. At the engine, the connecting rod bolt torques to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (12mm drive, M8x1.0 thread). For the engine, plan for a 14mm tool on a M11x1.5 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (cylinder head bolt). Intake manifold bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the intake manifold. The serpentine belt tensioner bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the belt tensioner. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the engine block, plan for a Oil Filter Wrench tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight + 3/4 turn (oil filter). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Oil drain plug tightens to 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. The timing cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 9 ft-lbs at the timing cover. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 13 ft-lbs (5/8" drive, M14x1.25 thread). For the air intake, plan for a 8mm tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight (air intake boot clamp).

Drivetrain — 1992 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 1992 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the front hub/spindle, plan for a 32mm tool on a M24x1.5 stud; final torque is 134 ft-lbs (181 Nm) (axle/hub nut). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Suspension — 1992 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 1992 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Front strut top nut tightens to 32 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front strut mount. The steering rack bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the sway bar link, the sway bar end link nut torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the subframe, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (sway bar bracket bolt). Ball joint castle nut tightens to 40 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint. The lower control arm bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 61 ft-lbs at the lower control arm. At the strut tower, the strut tower nut torques to 28 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 116 ft-lbs (strut pinch bolt). Strut top nut tightens to 43 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the strut tower. The front subframe bolt uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 76 ft-lbs at the chassis.

Steering — 1992 Honda Civic

Steering linkage fasteners on the 1992 Honda Civic. The tie rod end nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 40 ft-lbs at the tie rod end.

Wheel — 1992 Honda Civic

Wheel fasteners on the 1992 Honda Civic. At the wheel rim, the tpms valve stem nut torques to 35 in-lbs (8mm drive, N/A thread). For the wheel assembly, plan for a 19mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nut). Wheel weight clip tightens to N/A, takes a N/A driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the wheel rim. The wheel stud uses a N/A drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to N/A at the wheel hub. At the wheel center, the center cap clip torques to N/A (N/A drive, N/A thread).

Transmission — 1992 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 1992 Honda Civic. For the cv boot, plan for a Pliers tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight (cv joint clamp). Intermediate shaft bolt tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the bearing support. The transmission drain plug uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the trans pan. At the transmission, the transmission fill plug torques to 29 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the chassis, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 47 ft-lbs (transmission crossmember bolt). Transmission mount bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the trans mount. The axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24x1.5 thread, torqued to 134 ft-lbs (181 Nm) at the front hub. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. At the trans case, the shift cable bracket bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Brake — 1992 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 1992 Honda Civic. Abs sensor bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the wheel hub. The brake rotor set screw uses a Phillips drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 84 in-lbs at the brake rotor. At the rear caliper, the parking brake cable bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the brake caliper, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (caliper mounting bolt). Brake hose banjo bolt tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake caliper. The caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the knuckle. At the brake lines, the brake line flare nut torques to 11 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the brake booster, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 11 ft-lbs (master cylinder nut). Caliper guide pin tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the caliper bracket.

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