2007 Hyundai Elantra Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2007 Hyundai Elantra lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), tightened with a 21mm 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: 21mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2007 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 2007 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 2007 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 2007 Hyundai Elantra?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2007 Hyundai Elantra is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), using a 21mm 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 2007 Hyundai Elantra lug nuts?

The 2007 Hyundai Elantra uses a 21mm 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 2007 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.

→ 2007 Hyundai Elantra oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2007 Hyundai Elantra suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 34 2007 Hyundai Elantra fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2007 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 34 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data.

Wheels — 2007 Hyundai Elantra

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2007 Hyundai Elantra. At the all four wheels, the lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the wheel studs, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (lug nuts).

Brakes — 2007 Hyundai Elantra

Brake fasteners on the 2007 Hyundai Elantra — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the rotor to hub (front and rear), plan for a #3 Phillips tool on a M6 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 5-8 Nm (4-6 ft-lb) (rotor retaining screw). Rear 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 rear caliper body to rear caliper bracket (slide/guide pins). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The front caliper slide pin bolts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 22-32 Nm (16-24 ft-lb) at the caliper body to caliper bracket (slide/guide pins). OEM-verified spec. At the front brake caliper bracket, the front brake caliper bracket bolt torques to 58-72 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear caliper bracket to rear 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 slide pin tightens to 16-24 ft-lbs, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front caliper slide pin. OEM-verified spec. The front caliper bracket bolts uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 69-85 Nm (51-63 ft-lb) at the front caliper bracket (carrier) to steering knuckle.

Engine — 2007 Hyundai Elantra

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2007 Hyundai Elantra, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Cylinder head bolts - m10 tightens to 22.6-26.5 Nm (16.6-19.5 ft-lb) + 60-65° + 60-65°, takes a 12mm (12-point) driver, runs on M10 x 1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head to block, m10 bolts. The oil drain plug (aluminum pan) uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) at the bottom of oil pan. At the cylinder head to block, m12 bolts (2 outboard bolts), the cylinder head bolts - m12 torques to 27.5-31.4 Nm (20.3-23.1 ft-lb) + 60-65° + 60-65° (12mm (12-point) drive, M12 x 1.25 thread). For the engine oil pan, plan for a 17mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) (oil drain plug). Camshaft sprocket bolt tightens to 100-120 Nm (74-89 ft-lb), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the camshaft sprocket(s). 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 valve cover, the valve cover bolt torques to 6-8 ft-lbs (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the timing belt tensioner bracket, front of engine, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 43-55 Nm (32-40 ft-lb) (timing belt tensioner bolt). Valve cover bolts tightens to 7.8-9.8 Nm (5.8-7.2 ft-lb), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head cover. The intake manifold bolts/nuts uses a 12mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 16-23 Nm (12-17 ft-lb) at the intake manifold to cylinder head. At the front of crankshaft, the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to 160-170 Nm (120-125 ft-lb) (22mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the connecting rod caps, plan for a 14mm tool on a M9 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 50-53 Nm (36-39 ft-lb) (connecting rod cap nuts). Spark plugs tightens to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft-lb), takes a 16mm spark plug socket driver, runs on M12 x 1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head, one per cylinder. The main bearing cap bolts uses a 12mm drive on a M10 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 27.5-31.4 Nm (20.3-23.1 ft-lb) + 60-64° at the main bearing caps, bottom of cylinder block. At the cylinder head, the spark plug torques to 15-22 ft-lbs (5/8" drive, M14x1.25 thread). For the oil pan to block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 9.8-11.8 Nm (7.2-8.7 ft-lb) (oil pan bolts).

Suspension — 2007 Hyundai Elantra

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2007 Hyundai Elantra — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The front hub / axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 255 Nm (188 ft-lb) at the front axle/driveshaft nut at front hub. At the lower control arm to subframe and to knuckle, the front lower control arm bolts torques to 98.1-117.7 Nm (72.3-86.8 ft-lb) (17-19mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the tie rod end to steering knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 24-34 Nm (18-25 ft-lb) (tie rod end nut). Rear shock lower bolt tightens to 80-110 Nm (59-81 ft-lb), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.25 threads, located at the rear shock absorber lower mounting to torsion beam axle. The sway bar end link nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 98.1-117.7 Nm (72.3-86.8 ft-lb) at the front sway bar end link to front strut assembly. At the front wheel hub/axle, the front hub/bearing nut torques to 148-192 ft-lbs (32mm drive, M24x1.5 thread). For the front strut lower bracket to steering knuckle (pinch bolts), plan for a 17mm bolt / 19mm nut tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 110-130 Nm (81-96 ft-lb) (front strut to knuckle bolts). Front strut top nut tightens to 40-50 Nm (29-36 ft-lb), takes a 17mm with hex hold driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the front strut shaft top nut (strut tower). The rear hub / axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 200-260 Nm (148-192 ft-lb) at the rear hub bearing flange nut.

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