2021 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

Lug nut torque: 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm); Type R: 94 ft-lbs (127 Nm).

This page distinguishes source-backed fields, unresolved conflicts and unverified legacy records for the 2021 Honda Civic. Match the exact hardware and manual conditions before maintenance. A source for one field does not verify the other specifications.

Honda and Acura platforms often reuse lug-thread conventions across related models, but the socket and torque must come from this vehicle's own record. Do not substitute a common import socket size for a measured lug nut.

Tenth generation (FC/FK, 2016–2021)

The 2021 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 2021 Honda Civic

• Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
• Brake caliper bracket, mounting, and slide/guide-pin bolts are different fasteners. Confirm the exact axle, application and service-manual specification before reassembly.
• Engine oil drain plug torque and tool size when this vehicle has a verified drain-plug record
• Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts where the database has exact records
• Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
• Spark plug torque only when a vehicle-specific spark-plug row is available
• Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2021 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly mix aluminum, high-strength steel and coated fasteners. Use the exact fastener record and service-manual procedure for the joint you are touching; do not adjust torque or add compounds unless the procedure calls for it.

Tools you will need

• Metric and SAE socket set (8mm-22mm plus 1/4"-7/8"), 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
• Replacement washers, threadlocker, anti-seize, or dry-thread preparation only when the exact service procedure specifies them

Frequently asked questions

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Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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→ 2021 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2021 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2021 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2021 Honda Civic maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then compare any source-backed fields on this page with the actual hardware and service manual.

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