2017 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2017 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 2017 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 2017 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 2017 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 2017 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 2017 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2017 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 2017 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2017 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 2017 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.

→ 2017 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2017 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2017 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2017 Honda Civic maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 50 2017 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2017 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. 8 of the 50 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2017 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2017 Honda Civic. Lug nut tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Brakes — 2017 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The caliper guide pin uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 23 ft-lbs (31 Nm) at the caliper bracket. OEM-verified spec. At the wheel hub, the wheel lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm drive, M12 x 1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (brake caliper bracket). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Front caliper bracket bolt tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper bracket. OEM-verified spec. The front brake caliper pin bolt uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 23 ft-lbs (31 Nm) at the front caliper. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the hub, the rotor set screw torques to 4 ft-lbs (5mm drive, M5x0.8 thread).

Engine — 2017 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2017 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the engine, the connecting rod bolt torques to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (12mm drive, M8x1.0 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). Water pump bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 13 ft-lbs (18 Nm) (5/8" drive, M14x1.25 thread). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. For the engine, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (thermostat housing). Oil drain plug tightens to 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The cam cap bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the intake, the throttle body bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the head, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold bolt). Rocker arm bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The alternator bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the bracket. At the crankshaft, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to 108 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (starter bolt). Timing cover bolt tightens to 8.7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the front cover. The intake manifold bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the head.

Drivetrain — 2017 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2017 Honda Civic — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the front hub/spindle, plan for a 32mm tool on a M24x1.5 stud; final torque is 181 ft-lbs (axle nut).

Suspension — 2017 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2017 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Stabilizer link nut tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the sway bar. 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 front strut fork, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 47 ft-lbs (strut fork bolt). Ball joint nut tightens to 32 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the control arm.

Steering — 2017 Honda Civic

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. The tie rod lock nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 41 ft-lbs at the tie rod. At the bracket, the power steering pump torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Body — 2017 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. At the hood, the hood hinge bolt torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the body, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (fender bolt).

Exhaust — 2017 Honda Civic

Exhaust fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. For the manifold, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (exhaust flange bolt). Muffler hanger bolt tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the frame.

Electrical — 2017 Honda Civic

Electrical fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. Idler pulley bolt tightens to 35 ft-lbs, takes a 15mm driver, runs on M10x1.5 threads, located at the bracket. The alternator terminal nut uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 70 in-lbs at the alternator. At the block, the belt tensioner pivot bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (starter ground strap bolt). Alternator adjustment bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the bracket. The alternator b+ terminal nut uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the alternator. At the starter body, the starter heat shield bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the block/transmission, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (starter support bracket bolt). Alternator support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block. The alternator ground strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the block.

Interior — 2017 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. The kick panel clip uses a 8mm drive on a Push-Type thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the floor. At the body, the seat belt bolt torques to 47 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 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 29 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.

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