2011 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2011 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 2011 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 2011 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 2011 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before 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 2011 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2011 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 2011 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2011 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 2011 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.

All 63 2011 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2011 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.

Wheels — 2011 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2011 Honda Civic. At the wheel hub, the lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2011 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the front brake caliper bracket, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (front caliper bracket bolt). 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.

Engine — 2011 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2011 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Oil drain plug tightens to 33 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. The fuel rail bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the fuel rail. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold nut torques to 23 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 5/8" tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 ft-lbs (spark plug). Alternator bolt tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the bracket. The intake manifold bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the head. 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). Engine mount bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the engine mount. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the belt tensioner, the serpentine belt tensioner bolt torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the thermostat housing, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (thermostat housing bolt). Cylinder head bolt tightens to Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90°, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M11x1.5 threads, located at the engine. The timing cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 9 ft-lbs at the timing cover. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (earth strap bolt). Cam cap bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. The oil filter uses a Oil Filter Wrench drive on a N/A thread, torqued to Hand tight + 3/4 turn at the engine block. 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).

Drivetrain — 2011 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2011 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 — 2011 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2011 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the chassis, the front subframe bolt torques to 76 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the ball joint, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 40 ft-lbs (ball joint castle nut). Strut tower nut tightens to 28 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the strut tower. The tie rod end nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 32 ft-lbs at the steering knuckle. At the strut tower, the strut top nut torques to 43 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the lower control arm, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 61 ft-lbs (lower control arm bolt). Stabilizer link nut tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the sway bar. The steering rack bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the front strut/knuckle, the strut pinch bolt torques to 36 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). Sway bar end link nut tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the sway bar link.

Body — 2011 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. For the body, plan for a 14mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (door hinge bolt).

Electrical — 2011 Honda Civic

Electrical fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. Alternator b+ terminal nut tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the alternator. The alternator ground strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the block.

Interior — 2011 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. The dashboard brace bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the frame. At the b-pillar, the seat belt anchor bolt torques to 32 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the door panel, plan for a 8mm tool on a Push-Type stud; final torque is Hand Tight (door panel clip). Center console bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the floor.

Wheel — 2011 Honda Civic

Wheel fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. At the wheel rim, the wheel weight clip torques to N/A (N/A drive, N/A thread). For the wheel hub, plan for a N/A tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is N/A (wheel stud). Tpms valve stem nut tightens to 35 in-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the wheel rim. The center cap clip uses a N/A drive on a N/A thread, torqued to N/A at the wheel center.

Brake — 2011 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. For the brake caliper, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (caliper mounting bolt). Parking brake cable bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear caliper. 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 brake booster, the master cylinder nut torques to 11 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the brake lines, plan for a 10mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 11 ft-lbs (brake line flare nut). Caliper guide pin tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the caliper bracket. The abs sensor bolt uses a 8mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the wheel hub. At the brake caliper, the brake hose banjo bolt torques to 25 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).

Transmission — 2011 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 2011 Honda Civic. Transmission crossmember bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the chassis. The transmission mount bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the trans mount. At the trans pan, the transmission drain plug torques to 29 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the trans case, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (shift cable bracket bolt). Transmission fill plug tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the transmission. The cv joint clamp uses a Pliers drive on a N/A thread, torqued to Hand tight at the cv boot. At the bearing support, the intermediate shaft bolt torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread).

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