2022 Honda Civic Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2022 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 2022 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 2022 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 2022 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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 2022 Honda Civic?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2022 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 2022 Honda Civic lug nuts?

The 2022 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 2022 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.

→ 2022 Honda Civic oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2022 Honda Civic suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2022 Honda Civic brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2022 Honda Civic maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

All 55 2022 Honda Civic fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2022 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. 6 of the 55 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed July 2026).

Wheels — 2022 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2022 Honda Civic. Wheel lug nut tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub. The lug nut uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) at the wheel hub.

Brakes — 2022 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The rear caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm). OEM-verified spec. At the hub, the rotor set screw torques to 4 ft-lbs (5mm drive, M5x0.8 thread). For the caliper, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.0 stud; final torque is 7 ft-lbs (brake bleeder valve). Rear caliper slide pin bolt tightens to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads. OEM-verified spec. The brake caliper bracket uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the knuckle. 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 103 ft-lbs (140 Nm) (caliper bracket bolt). OEM-verified spec. Front caliper bracket bolt tightens to 103 ft-lbs (140 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper bracket. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The caliper guide pin uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the caliper, the brake caliper bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M12x1.25 thread).

Engine — 2022 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2022 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The engine mount bracket bolt torques to 41 ft-lbs (55 Nm) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the bracket, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (alternator bolt). Throttle body bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the 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 head, the exhaust manifold bolt torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the valve cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (camshaft position sensor). Earth strap bolt tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the transmission. The spark plug uses a 5/8" drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 13 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the head, the intake manifold bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). plan for a 14mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm) (oil drain plug). Oil filter housing tightens to 18 ft-lbs, takes a 24mm driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the engine block. 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. The valve cover bolt torques to 8 ft-lbs (11 Nm) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the engine, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (thermostat housing).

Drivetrain — 2022 Honda Civic

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2022 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 — 2022 Honda Civic

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2022 Honda Civic — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Tie rod end nut tightens to 43 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the steering knuckle. The strut mount nut uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the strut tower. At the sway bar, the stabilizer link nut torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the subframe, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x2.0 stud; final torque is 85 ft-lbs (control arm bolt). Sway bar link nut tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the sway bar. The lower control arm bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 54 ft-lbs at the subframe. At the control arm, the ball joint nut torques to 32 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (wheel hub bolt).

Steering — 2022 Honda Civic

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2022 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 column, the steering column u-joint torques to 22 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (power steering pump).

Body — 2022 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. At the frame, the front bumper bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the hood, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (hood hinge bolt). Door hinge bolt tightens to 16 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the body.

Exhaust — 2022 Honda Civic

Exhaust fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. For the manifold, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (exhaust flange bolt).

Electrical — 2022 Honda Civic

Electrical fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. Starter support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block/transmission. The starter b+ terminal nut uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the starter. At the block, the starter 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 (alternator 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 belt tensioner lock bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the tensioner body. At the block, the alternator support bracket bolt torques to 22 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 15mm tool on a M10x1.5 stud; final torque is 35 ft-lbs (idler pulley bolt). Alternator terminal nut tightens to 70 in-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the alternator. The alternator pivot bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to See sequence at the bracket.

Interior — 2022 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. The seat track bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the floor. At the b-pillar, the seat belt anchor bolt torques to 32 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread).

Transmission — 2022 Honda Civic

Transmission fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. At the trans case, the trans cooler line torques to 22 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread).

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