1999 Honda Civic Bolt Sizes & Torque Specs
Lug nut torque is not verified for this summary. Review the cited evidence and exact hardware application before installation.
This page distinguishes source-backed fields, unresolved conflicts and unverified legacy records for the 1999 Honda Civic. Match the exact hardware and manual conditions before maintenance. A source for one field does not verify the other specifications.
Honda and Acura platforms often reuse lug-thread conventions across related models, but the socket and torque must come from this vehicle's own record. Do not substitute a common import socket size for a measured lug nut.
Common fastener categories on the 1999 Honda Civic
- Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
- Brake caliper bracket, mounting, and slide/guide-pin bolts are different fasteners. Confirm the exact axle, application and service-manual specification before reassembly.
- Engine oil drain plug torque and tool size when this vehicle has a verified drain-plug record
- Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts where the database has exact records
- Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
- Spark plug torque only when a vehicle-specific spark-plug row is available
- Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners
Repair guidance for this model year
Heads up for 1999 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
- Replacement washers, threadlocker, anti-seize, or dry-thread preparation only when the exact service procedure specifies them
Frequently asked questions
What is the lug nut torque on a 1999 Honda Civic?
Specification not verified for this lug nut summary. Do not substitute another model year's value.
What socket size do I need for the 1999 Honda Civic lug nuts?
Confirm the socket against the actual lug nut; no size is assumed here.
Are the 1999 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.
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Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.
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→ 1999 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size
→ 1999 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)
→ 1999 Honda Civic axle nut torque spec (CV axle & hub nut)
→ 1999 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)
All 54 1999 Honda Civic fastener specs
Per-field evidence and legacy records for the 1999 Honda Civic. A verified torque does not verify socket size, thread or part number. Unverified records are not installation instructions; conflicting specifications are withheld. 3 of the 54 records carry legacy review labels (last reviewed June 2026); those labels do not verify individual fields.
Brakes — 1999 Honda Civic
Brake fasteners on the 1999 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Front Caliper Bracket Bolt (Front Brake Caliper Bracket). Torque: 80 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90161-SR3-000 (legacy record, unverified). Caliper Slide Pin (Front Brake Caliper). Torque: 25 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 45262-SB2-010 (legacy record, unverified).
Engine — 1999 Honda Civic
Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 1999 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Alternator Bolt (Alternator Bracket). Torque: 33 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Intake Manifold Bolt (Intake Manifold). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Oil Drain Plug (Oil Pan). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M14x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90009-R70-A00 (legacy record, unverified). Connecting Rod Bolt (Engine). Torque: Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Timing Cover Bolt (Timing Cover). Torque: 9 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Exhaust Manifold Nut (Exhaust Manifold). Torque: 23 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Water Pump Bolt (Water Pump). Torque: 9 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Cylinder Head Bolt (Engine). Torque: Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M11x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Air Intake Boot Clamp (Air Intake). Torque: Hand tight (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 8mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Oil Pan Bolt (Oil Pan). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Oil Filter (Engine Block). Torque: Hand tight + 3/4 turn (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: Oil Filter Wrench (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 15400-PLM-A02 (Honda) (legacy record, unverified). Spark Plug (Cylinder Head). Torque: 13 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 5/8" (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M14x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 98079-5514E (legacy record, unverified). Engine Mount Bolt (Engine Mount). Torque: 47 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Valve Cover Bolt (Valve Cover). Torque: 7 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M6x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90009-PM3-000 (legacy record, unverified). Serpentine Belt Tensioner Bolt (Belt Tensioner). Torque: 33 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Throttle Body Bolt (Throttle Body). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Fuel Rail Bolt (Fuel Rail). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Thermostat Housing Bolt (Thermostat Housing). Torque: 9 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.
Drivetrain — 1999 Honda Civic
Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 1999 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Axle/Hub Nut (Front Hub/Spindle). Torque: 134 ft-lbs (181 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 32mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M24x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90306-SV4-000 (legacy record, unverified).
Suspension — 1999 Honda Civic
Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 1999 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Sway Bar Bracket Bolt (Subframe). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Strut Top Nut (Strut Tower). Torque: 43 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Sway Bar End Link Nut (Sway Bar Link). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Tie Rod End Nut (Tie Rod). Torque: 40 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 19mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Ball Joint Castle Nut (Ball Joint). Torque: 40 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Strut Pinch Bolt (Knuckle). Torque: 116 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Strut Tower Nut (Strut Tower). Torque: 28 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Front Strut Top Nut (Front Strut Mount). Torque: 32 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90305-SH3-000 (legacy record, unverified). Lower Control Arm Bolt (Lower Control Arm). Torque: 61 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Steering Rack Bolt (Subframe). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Front Subframe Bolt (Chassis). Torque: 76 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 19mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M14x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.
Wheel — 1999 Honda Civic
Wheel fasteners on the 1999 Honda Civic. Lug Nut (Wheel Assembly). Torque: 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 19mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: 90304-SA5-013 (legacy record, unverified). Wheel Weight Clip (Wheel Rim). Torque: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Center Cap Clip (Wheel Center). Torque: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. TPMS Valve Stem Nut (Wheel Rim). Torque: 35 in-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 8mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Wheel Stud (Wheel Hub). Torque: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.
Brake — 1999 Honda Civic
Brake fasteners on the 1999 Honda Civic. Caliper Bracket Bolt (Knuckle). Torque: 80 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. ABS Sensor Bolt (Wheel Hub). Torque: 7 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 8mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M6x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Parking Brake Cable Bolt (Rear Caliper). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Brake Rotor Set Screw (Brake Rotor). Torque: 84 in-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: Phillips (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M6x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Caliper Mounting Bolt (Brake Caliper). Torque: 80 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Caliper Guide Pin (Caliper Bracket). Torque: 25 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Brake Line Flare Nut (Brake Lines). Torque: 11 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Brake Hose Banjo Bolt (Brake Caliper). Torque: 25 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.0 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Master Cylinder Nut (Brake Booster). Torque: 11 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 12mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.
Transmission — 1999 Honda Civic
Transmission fasteners on the 1999 Honda Civic. Intermediate Shaft Bolt (Bearing Support). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Transmission Crossmember Bolt (Chassis). Torque: 47 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 14mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M10x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. CV Joint Clamp (CV Boot). Torque: Hand tight (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: Pliers (legacy record, unverified). Thread: N/A (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Transmission Mount Bolt (Trans Mount). Torque: 47 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M12x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Transmission Drain Plug (Trans Pan). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M14x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Axle Nut (Front Hub). Torque: 134 ft-lbs (181 Nm) (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 32mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M24x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Transmission Fill Plug (Transmission). Torque: 29 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 17mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M14x1.5 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified. Shift Cable Bracket Bolt (Trans Case). Torque: 16 ft-lbs (legacy record, unverified). Socket size: 10mm (legacy record, unverified). Thread: M8x1.25 (legacy record, unverified). Part number: not verified.
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