2016 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2016 Honda Civic lug nut torque is 108 Nm (80 lb-ft), tightened with a 19mm socket on M12 x 1.5 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: 108 Nm (80 lb-ft) · Socket size: 19mm · Thread: M12 x 1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2016 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.

Tenth generation (FC/FK, 2016–2021)

The 2016 Civic is the tenth-generation 'FC/FK' car (2016–2021), a ground-up redesign offered with a 158-hp 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four or a 174-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter (the Si turbocharges the 1.5 and the Type R the 2.0).

The turbo 1.5's downpipe and charge-pipe fasteners sit in tight, hot quarters and back off if under-torqued, so torque them to spec rather than by feel. Honda still uses the 19mm lug socket that catches out techs expecting 21mm, and the oil-drain crush washer remains single-use.

Common fastener categories on the 2016 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 2016 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 2016 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2016 Honda Civic is 108 Nm (80 lb-ft), using a 19mm socket on M12 x 1.5 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 2016 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2016 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 2016 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.

→ 2016 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2016 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2016 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2016 Honda Civic maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 53 2016 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2016 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 53 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed July 2026).

Wheels — 2016 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2016 Honda Civic. The lug nut uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) at the wheel hub. At the wheel hub, the wheel lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2016 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. At the caliper, the brake line banjo bolt torques to 25 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the steering knuckle, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (caliper bracket bolt). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Brake bleeder valve tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.0 threads, located at the caliper. The brake caliper bracket uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the knuckle. At the hub, the rotor set screw torques to 4 ft-lbs (5mm drive, M5x0.8 thread). 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). Front brake caliper pin bolt tightens to 31 Nm (23 lb-ft), takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the front caliper.

Engine — 2016 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2016 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the cylinder head, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 ft-lbs (camshaft cap bolt). Wastegate actuator bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the turbo. The starter bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the block. At the crankshaft, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to 108 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 5/8" tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 ft-lbs (spark plug). 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 valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the frame, the radiator mount torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt). Thermostat housing tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the engine. The egr valve bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the manifold. At the engine, the connecting rod bolt torques to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (12mm drive, M8x1.0 thread). For the cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (cam cap bolt). Turbo heat shield bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the turbo. The oil drain plug uses a 17mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 39 Nm (29 lb-ft) at the oil pan.

Drivetrain — 2016 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2016 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Axle nut tightens to 181 ft-lbs, takes a 32mm driver, runs on M24x1.5 threads, located at the front hub/spindle.

Suspension — 2016 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2016 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The strut mount nut uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the strut tower. At the control arm, the lower ball joint nut torques to 94 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (wheel hub bolt). Tie rod end nut tightens to 32 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The strut fork bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 47 ft-lbs at the front strut fork.

Steering — 2016 Honda Civic

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. At the bracket, the power steering pump torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the column, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (steering column u-joint). Steering rack bolt tightens to 74 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the subframe.

Body — 2016 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. For the hood, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (hood hinge bolt). Fender bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the body.

Exhaust — 2016 Honda Civic

Exhaust fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. Exhaust flange bolt tightens to 33 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the manifold.

Electrical — 2016 Honda Civic

Electrical fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. The alternator terminal nut uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 70 in-lbs at the alternator. At the block/transmission, the starter support bracket bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the starter, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (starter b+ terminal nut). Alternator support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block. The alternator b+ terminal nut uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the alternator. At the block, the alternator ground strap bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (starter ground strap bolt). Starter solenoid terminal nut tightens to 70 in-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the solenoid. The alternator pivot bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to See sequence at the bracket.

Interior — 2016 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. At the floor, the center console bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the body, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 47 ft-lbs (seat belt bolt). Kick panel clip tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on Push-Type 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 34 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the frame, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (dashboard brace bolt).

Transmission — 2016 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 2016 Honda Civic. For the crossmember, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 54 ft-lbs (trans mount bolt). Trans cooler line tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the trans case.

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