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.

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.

All 20 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.

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.

Brakes — 2017 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The wheel lug nut uses a 19mm drive on a M12 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 108 Nm (80 lb-ft) at the wheel hub. At the front brake caliper bracket, the front caliper bracket bolt torques to 80 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front caliper, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 31 Nm (23 lb-ft) (front brake caliper pin bolt).

Engine — 2017 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2017 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 33 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the engine, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.0 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90° (connecting rod 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 spark plug uses a 5/8" drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 13 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 16 ft-lbs (starter bolt).

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. Strut fork bolt tightens to 47 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front strut fork.

Electrical — 2017 Honda Civic

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

Interior — 2017 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2017 Honda Civic. At the floor, the kick panel 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). Center console bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the floor. The seat track bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the floor.

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