2025 Honda Ridgeline Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline lug nut torque is 94 ft-lbs (127 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: 94 ft-lbs (127 Nm) · Socket size: 19mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. 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 2025 Honda Ridgeline

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 2025 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 2025 Honda Ridgeline?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline is 94 ft-lbs (127 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 2025 Honda Ridgeline lug nuts?

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline 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 2025 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline years

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

→ 2025 Honda Ridgeline suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 88 2025 Honda Ridgeline fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 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 — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. Wheel lug nut tightens to 94 ft-lbs (127 Nm), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the wheel hub.

Brakes — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Brake fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The brake line bracket uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the frame. At the caliper, the brake line banjo bolt torques to 25 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the hub, plan for a 5mm tool on a M5x0.8 stud; final torque is 4 ft-lbs (rotor set screw). Brake caliper bracket tightens to 80 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the knuckle. The brake caliper bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 ft-lbs at the caliper. At the steering knuckle, the caliper bracket bolt torques to 85 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the caliper, plan for a 8mm tool on a M8x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 ft-lbs (brake bleeder valve). Caliper guide pin tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the caliper bracket.

Engine — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the engine block, the oil filter housing torques to 18 ft-lbs (24mm drive, M20x1.5 thread). For the head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (intake manifold bolt). Crankshaft pulley bolt tightens to 108 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the crankshaft. The camshaft sprocket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 54 ft-lbs at the camshaft. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold heat shield torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear cylinder head, plan for a 16mm tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (rear bank spark plug). Camshaft cap bolt tightens to 10 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. The power steering pump uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the bracket. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 29 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 18 ft-lbs (alternator bolt). Thermostat housing tightens to 9 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the engine. The water pump bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the front cover. At the upper intake, the intake plenum bolt torques to 16 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the head, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (exhaust manifold bolt). Timing belt tensioner tightens to 33 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front cover. The egr valve bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the manifold. At the oil cooler, the oil cooler line torques to 22 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the frame, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (radiator mount). Connecting rod bolt tightens to Stage 1: 14 ft-lbs, Stage 2: +90°, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.0 threads, located at the engine. The rocker arm bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the cylinder head. At the front cover, the timing cover bolt torques to 9 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the front cover, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (timing chain tensioner). Valve cover bolt tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. 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.

Drivetrain — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the transfer, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (propeller shaft bolt). Awd control unit bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the body. The transfer assembly bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 54 ft-lbs at the transmission. At the differential, the rear drive shaft torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the subframe, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 54 ft-lbs (rear differential mount). Transfer case mount tightens to 54 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the frame.

Suspension — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2025 Honda Ridgeline — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Lower control arm bolt tightens to 54 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the subframe. The tie rod end nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 43 ft-lbs at the steering knuckle. At the subframe, the control arm bolt torques to 85 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x2.0 thread). For the sway bar, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (stabilizer link nut). Sway bar link nut tightens to 29 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the sway bar. The wheel hub bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 ft-lbs at the knuckle. At the control arm, the lower ball joint nut torques to 94 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x2.0 thread).

Steering — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. 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 subframe, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 74 ft-lbs (steering rack bolt).

Body — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Body fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. At the frame, the front bumper bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the frame, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 54 ft-lbs (bed mount bolt). Fender bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the body. The tailgate damper uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 16 ft-lbs at the body. At the bed, the cargo bed liner bolt torques to 7 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the body, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (tailgate hinge bolt). Door hinge bolt tightens to 27 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the body. The bumper bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the frame.

Exhaust — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Exhaust fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. For the cat flange, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 33 ft-lbs (catalytic bolt). O2 sensor tightens to 30 ft-lbs, takes a 22mm driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the various. The exhaust flange bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 33 ft-lbs at the manifold. At the frame, the muffler hanger bolt torques to 15 ft-lbs (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Electrical — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Electrical fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. Starter heat shield bolt tightens to 8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the starter body. The alternator pivot bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.5 thread, torqued to See sequence at the bracket. At the bell housing, the starter mounting bolt torques to See sequence: 1) 25 ft-lbs 2) 47 ft-lbs final (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the bracket, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (alternator adjustment bolt). Starter support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block/transmission. The alternator terminal nut uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 70 in-lbs at the alternator. At the bracket, the idler pulley bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the alternator, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15 ft-lbs (alternator b+ terminal nut). Starter b+ terminal nut tightens to 15 ft-lbs, takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the starter. The starter ground strap bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the block. At the block, the belt tensioner pivot bolt torques to 35 ft-lbs (15mm drive, M10x1.5 thread). For the solenoid, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 70 in-lbs (starter solenoid terminal nut). Alternator support bracket bolt tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the block.

Transmission — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Transmission fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. The shift cable bracket uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15 ft-lbs at the trans case. At the crossmember, the trans mount bolt torques to 54 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the trans pan, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 ft-lbs (trans drain plug). Trans cooler line tightens to 22 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the trans case. The trans pan bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 ft-lbs at the trans pan.

Interior — 2025 Honda Ridgeline

Interior fasteners on the 2025 Honda Ridgeline. 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). Center console bolt tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the floor. The a-pillar trim clip uses a 8mm drive on a Push-Type thread, torqued to Hand Tight at the a-pillar. At the floor, the kick panel clip torques to Hand Tight (8mm drive, Push-Type thread). For the roof, plan for a 8mm tool on a Push-Type stud; final torque is Hand Tight (headliner clip). Door panel clip tightens to Hand Tight, takes a 8mm driver, runs on Push-Type threads, located at the door panel. The seat belt anchor bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 32 ft-lbs at the b-pillar. At the floor, the seat track bolt torques to 29 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread).

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