2006 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2006 Honda Civic lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), 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 (108 Nm) · Socket size: 19mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2006 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 2006 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

For 2006 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

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 2006 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2006 Honda Civic is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), 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 2006 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2006 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 2006 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.

→ 2006 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2006 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2006 Honda Civic engine & transmission mount torque specs

→ 2006 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2006 Honda Civic maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 90 2006 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2006 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. 1 of the 90 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data.

Wheels — 2006 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2006 Honda Civic. At the wheel hub, the wheel lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2006 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the caliper, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (brake bleeder valve). Caliper slide pin tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper. The brake caliper bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the caliper. At the front brake caliper bracket, the front caliper bracket bolt torques to 80 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread).

Engine — 2006 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2006 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Thermostat housing bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the thermostat housing. The camshaft cap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the belt tensioner, the serpentine belt tensioner bolt torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 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). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Spark plug tightens to 13 ft-lbs, takes a 5/8" driver, runs on 14mm threads, located at the cylinder head. The oil pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the oil pan. At the oil cooler, the oil cooler line torques to 22 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt). Timing cover bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing cover. The earth strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9 ft-lbs at the transmission. At the engine, the connecting rod bolt torques to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (12mm drive, M8x1.0 thread). For the air intake, plan for a 8mm tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight (air intake boot clamp). Turbo heat shield bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the turbo. The egr valve bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the manifold. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold nut torques to 23 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the camshaft, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 54 ft-lbs (camshaft sprocket bolt). Fuel rail bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the fuel rail. The engine mount bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the engine mount. At the alternator bracket, the alternator bolt torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 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). Thermostat housing tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the engine. The oil drain plug uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm) at the oil pan. At the front cover, the water pump bolt torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7.2 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt). Starter bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block. The throttle body bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the throttle body.

Drivetrain — 2006 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2006 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24x1.5 thread, torqued to 181 ft-lbs at the front hub/spindle.

Suspension — 2006 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2006 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the sway bar link, the sway bar end link nut torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the strut tower, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (strut mount nut). Strut tower nut tightens to 28 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the strut tower. The sway bar bracket bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the subframe, the steering rack bolt torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the control arm, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 32 ft-lbs (ball joint nut). Front subframe bolt tightens to 76 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the chassis. 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 ball joint, the ball joint castle nut torques to 40 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the sway bar, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (sway bar link nut). Strut top nut tightens to 43 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the strut tower. The lower control arm bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 54 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the tie rod, the tie rod end nut torques to 40 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the front strut/knuckle, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 36 ft-lbs (strut pinch bolt).

Steering — 2006 Honda Civic

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. For the column, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (steering column u-joint). Tie rod lock nut tightens to 41 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the tie rod.

Body — 2006 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. Hood hinge bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the hood. The fender bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the body. At the frame, the bumper bolt torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the frame, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (front bumper bolt).

Exhaust — 2006 Honda Civic

Exhaust fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. The o2 sensor uses a 22mm drive on a M18x1.5 thread, torqued to 30 ft-lbs at the various.

Electrical — 2006 Honda Civic

Electrical fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. At the alternator, the alternator terminal nut torques to 70 in-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is See sequence (alternator pivot bolt). Belt tensioner pivot bolt tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the block. The starter support bracket bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the block/transmission. At the alternator, the alternator b+ terminal nut torques to 15 ft-lbs (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the bell housing, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is See sequence: 1) 22 ft-lbs 2) 43 ft-lbs final (starter mounting bolt). Alternator adjustment bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the bracket. The starter b+ terminal nut uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the starter.

Brake — 2006 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. For the caliper bracket, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (caliper guide pin). Caliper mounting bolt tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the brake caliper. The master cylinder nut uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 11 ft-lbs at the brake booster. At the brake lines, the brake line flare nut torques to 11 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (caliper bracket bolt). Brake rotor set screw tightens to 84 in-lbs, takes a Phillips driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the brake rotor. The parking brake cable bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the rear caliper. At the brake caliper, the brake hose banjo bolt torques to 25 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a 8mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (abs sensor bolt).

Transmission — 2006 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. Shift cable bracket bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the trans case. The transmission mount bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the trans mount. At the chassis, the transmission crossmember bolt torques to 47 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the bearing support, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (intermediate shaft bolt). Trans mount bolt tightens to 54 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the crossmember. The trans drain plug uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 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 cv boot, plan for a Pliers tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight (cv joint clamp). Transmission drain plug tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the trans pan.

Wheel — 2006 Honda Civic

Wheel fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. The wheel weight clip uses a N/A drive on a N/A thread, torqued to N/A at the wheel rim. At the wheel assembly, the lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the wheel center, plan for a N/A tool on a N/A stud; final torque is N/A (center cap clip). Tpms valve stem nut tightens to 35 in-lbs, takes a 8mm 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.

Interior — 2006 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2006 Honda Civic. At the roof, the headliner clip torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, Push-Type thread). For the frame, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (dashboard brace bolt). Seat track bolt tightens to 34 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the floor. The center console bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the floor. At the floor, the kick panel clip torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, Push-Type thread). For the body, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 47 ft-lbs (seat belt bolt).

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