2002 Hyundai Elantra Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2002 Hyundai Elantra lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), tightened with a 17mm 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: 17mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 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.

Hyundai/Kia lug-nut torque is 79-88 ft-lbs on nearly all passenger models, M12x1.5 thread, 21mm socket. The Tucson, Sportage, and Santa Fe all use the same fastener spec. Hyundai's oil drain plug threads are unusually fine-pitch and strip easily — always use a torque wrench, not feel.

Common fastener categories on the 2002 Hyundai Elantra

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 2002 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every 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 2002 Hyundai Elantra?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), using a 17mm 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 2002 Hyundai Elantra lug nuts?

The 2002 Hyundai Elantra uses a 17mm 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 2002 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra years

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

→ 2002 Hyundai Elantra oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2002 Hyundai Elantra suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 33 2002 Hyundai Elantra fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 3 of the 33 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data.

Wheels — 2002 Hyundai Elantra

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra. For the all four wheels, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nut). Lug nuts tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the wheel studs.

Brakes — 2002 Hyundai Elantra

Brake fasteners on the 2002 Hyundai Elantra — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Front caliper slide pin bolts tightens to 22-32 Nm (16-24 ft-lb), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the caliper body to caliper bracket (slide/guide pins). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The front brake caliper slide pin uses a 12mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 16-24 ft-lbs at the front caliper slide pin. OEM-verified spec. At the rotor face to hub flange (front and rear), the rotor retaining screw torques to 5-8 Nm (4-6 ft-lb) (#3 Phillips or JIS screwdriver drive, M6 x 1.0 (JIS Phillips) thread). For the rear caliper bracket (carrier) to rear knuckle/axle carrier, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 63-73 Nm (47-54 ft-lb) (rear caliper bracket bolts). Front brake caliper bracket bolt tightens to 58-72 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper bracket. The rear caliper slide pin bolts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 22-32 Nm (16-24 ft-lb) at the rear caliper body to rear caliper bracket (slide/guide pins). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the front caliper bracket (carrier) to front knuckle, the front caliper bracket bolts torques to 69-85 Nm (51-63 ft-lb) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread).

Engine — 2002 Hyundai Elantra

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The exhaust manifold nuts uses a 12mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 43-55 Nm (32-40 ft-lb) at the exhaust manifold studs at cylinder head. At the bottom of oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the intake manifold to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 16-23 Nm (12-17 ft-lb) (intake manifold bolts/nuts). Cylinder head bolts - m12 tightens to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb) + 60-65° + 60-65°, takes a 12mm (12-point / triple square) driver, runs on M12 x 1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head to block, 2 of 10 bolts are m12 (outboard positions). The cylinder head bolts - m10 uses a 12mm (12-point / triple square) drive on a M10 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 25 Nm (18 ft-lb) + 60-65° + 60-65° at the cylinder head to block, 8 of 10 bolts are m10. At the cylinder head, one per cylinder, the spark plugs torques to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft-lb) (16mm spark plug socket drive, M12 x 1.25 thread). For the main bearing caps, crankshaft bottom of block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 27-33 Nm (20-24 ft-lb) + 60-65° (main bearing cap bolts). Connecting rod cap nuts tightens to 50-53 Nm (36-39 ft-lb), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M9 x 1.0 threads, located at the connecting rod caps, lower end of connecting rods. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 6-8 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the timing belt tensioner bracket, front of engine, the timing belt tensioner bolt torques to 43-55 Nm (32-40 ft-lb) (14mm drive, M10 x 1.25 thread). For the intake and exhaust camshaft sprockets (cvvt unit on intake cam), plan for a 17mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 100-120 Nm (74-89 ft-lb) (camshaft sprocket bolt). Spark plug tightens to 15-22 ft-lbs, takes a 5/8" driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The valve cover bolts uses a 10mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 8-10 Nm (6-7 ft-lb) at the cylinder head cover / valve cover. At the front of crankshaft / harmonic balancer, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to 160-170 Nm (120-125 ft-lb) (22mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the oil pan to cylinder block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 10-12 Nm (7-9 ft-lb) (oil pan bolts).

Suspension — 2002 Hyundai Elantra

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2002 Hyundai Elantra — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the top of front strut shaft, strut tower, the front strut top nut torques to 40-50 Nm (29-36 ft-lb) (17mm (nut) with internal hex hold drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the front axle/driveshaft nut at front hub, plan for a 32mm tool on a M24 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 200-260 Nm (148-192 ft-lb) (front hub / axle nut). Front strut to knuckle bolts tightens to 110-130 Nm (80-94 ft-lb), takes a 17mm bolt / 19mm nut driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the front strut assembly lower bracket to steering knuckle (pinch bolts). The tie rod end nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 15-34 Nm (11-25 ft-lb) with cotter pin at the tie rod end to steering knuckle. At the sway bar end link to front strut assembly, the sway bar end link nut torques to 60-80 Nm (43-58 ft-lb) (17mm (with 6mm hex hold on stud) drive, M12 x 1.25 thread). For the front lower control arm bushings to subframe and to knuckle ball joint, plan for a 17-19mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 60-80 Nm (43-58 ft-lb) front bushing; subframe to body per standard (front lower control arm bolts). Front hub/bearing nut tightens to 148-192 ft-lbs, takes a 32mm driver, runs on M24x1.5 threads, located at the front wheel hub/axle. The rear shock lower bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 60-80 Nm (43-58 ft-lb) at the rear shock absorber lower mounting to torsion beam axle. At the rear hub bearing flange nut, the rear hub / axle nut torques to 200-260 Nm (148-192 ft-lb) (32mm drive, M24 x 1.5 thread).

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