2014 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2014 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 2014 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 2014 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 2014 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 2014 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2014 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 2014 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2014 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 2014 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 62 2014 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2014 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 — 2014 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2014 Honda Civic. For the wheel hub, plan for a 19mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nut).

Brakes — 2014 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2014 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Brake line banjo bolt tightens to 25 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the caliper. 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.

Engine — 2014 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2014 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The cylinder head bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M11x1.5 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° at the engine. At the water pump, the water pump bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the thermostat housing, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (thermostat housing bolt). Spark plug tightens to 13 ft-lbs, takes a 5/8" driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The connecting rod bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.0 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° at the engine. At the turbo, the turbo heat shield bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the air intake, plan for a 8mm tool on a N/A stud; final torque is Hand tight (air intake boot clamp). Engine mount bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the engine mount. The alternator bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the alternator bracket. At the timing cover, the timing cover bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the belt tensioner, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (serpentine belt tensioner bolt). Oil filter housing tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the engine block. The fuel rail bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the fuel rail. At the oil pan, the oil pan bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt). Oil filter tightens to Hand tight + 3/4 turn, takes a Oil Filter Wrench driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the engine block. The exhaust manifold nut uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 23 ft-lbs at the exhaust manifold. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 33 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the transmission, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (earth strap bolt). Throttle body bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the throttle body. The starter bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the block. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Drivetrain — 2014 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2014 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. At the front hub/spindle, the axle nut torques to 181 ft-lbs (32mm drive, M24x1.5 thread).

Suspension — 2014 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2014 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. For the sway bar link, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (sway bar end link nut). Lower control arm bolt tightens to 61 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the lower control arm. The strut top nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the front strut mount. At the knuckle, the strut pinch bolt torques to 116 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the strut tower, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 28 ft-lbs (strut tower nut). Sway bar bracket bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the subframe. The steering rack bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the chassis, the front subframe bolt torques to 76 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 32 ft-lbs (tie rod end nut). Ball joint castle nut tightens to 40 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the ball joint.

Interior — 2014 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2014 Honda Civic. Center console bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the floor. The door panel clip uses a 8mm drive on a Push-Type thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the door panel. At the floor, the seat track bolt torques to 29 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). Seat belt anchor bolt tightens to 32 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the b-pillar. The kick panel clip uses a 8mm drive on a Push-Type thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the floor.

Wheel — 2014 Honda Civic

Wheel fasteners on the 2014 Honda Civic. The tpms valve stem nut uses a 8mm drive on a N/A thread, torqued to 35 in-lbs at the wheel rim. At the wheel hub, the wheel stud torques to N/A (N/A drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the wheel rim, plan for a N/A tool on a N/A stud; final torque is N/A (wheel weight clip). Center cap clip tightens to N/A, takes a N/A driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the wheel center.

Brake — 2014 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2014 Honda Civic. At the wheel hub, the abs sensor bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (8mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear caliper, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (parking brake cable bolt). Brake line flare nut tightens to 11 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the brake lines. The caliper guide pin uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the knuckle, the caliper bracket bolt torques to 80 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 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 rotor set screw tightens to 84 in-lbs, takes a Phillips driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the brake rotor. 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 caliper, the brake hose banjo bolt torques to 25 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread).

Transmission — 2014 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 2014 Honda Civic. For the transmission, plan for a 17mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (transmission fill plug). Cv joint clamp tightens to Hand tight, takes a Pliers driver, runs on N/A threads, located at the cv boot. The transmission drain plug uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the trans pan. At the bearing support, the intermediate shaft bolt torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the trans mount, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 47 ft-lbs (transmission mount bolt). Transmission crossmember bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the chassis. The shift cable bracket bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the trans case.

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