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.

All 20 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.

Wheels — 2022 Honda Civic

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2022 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 — 2022 Honda Civic

Brake fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. 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 caliper, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (brake caliper bolt). Brake bleeder valve tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.0 threads, located at the caliper. The front caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the front brake caliper bracket.

Engine — 2022 Honda Civic

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2022 Honda Civic, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 13 ft-lbs (5/8" drive, M14x1.25 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). Oil drain plug tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. The alternator bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the bracket. At the engine, the cylinder head bolt torques to Stage 1: 22 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (14mm drive, M11x1.5 thread).

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. Ball joint nut tightens to 32 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the control arm. The strut mount nut uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 ft-lbs at the strut tower. At the subframe, the lower control arm bolt torques to 54 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the sway bar, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (stabilizer link nut).

Body — 2022 Honda Civic

Body fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. The door hinge bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the body. At the frame, the front bumper bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Interior — 2022 Honda Civic

Interior fasteners on the 2022 Honda Civic. At the floor, the seat track bolt torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the b-pillar, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 32 ft-lbs (seat belt anchor bolt).

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