2014 Hyundai Elantra Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2014 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 2014 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 2014 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 2014 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before 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 2014 Hyundai Elantra?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2014 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 2014 Hyundai Elantra lug nuts?

The 2014 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 2014 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.

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→ 2014 Hyundai Elantra suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 32 2014 Hyundai Elantra fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2014 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. 7 of the 32 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2014 Hyundai Elantra

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra. At the wheel studs, the lug nuts torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (21mm drive, M12 x 1.5 thread). OEM-verified spec. 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). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Brakes — 2014 Hyundai Elantra

Brake fasteners on the 2014 Hyundai Elantra — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the front caliper slide pin, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 19 ft-lbs (26 Nm) (front brake caliper slide pin). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Front caliper bracket bolts tightens to 78.5-98.1 Nm (57.9-72.3 ft-lb), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12 x 1.25 threads, located at the front caliper bracket (carrier) to steering knuckle. The front brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 58-72 ft-lbs at the front brake caliper bracket. At the caliper body to caliper bracket (guide rod bolts), the front caliper slide pin bolts torques to 19 ft-lbs (26 Nm) (14mm drive, M10 x 1.25 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the rotor face to hub flange, 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 21.6-31.4 Nm (15.9-23.1 ft-lb), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10 x 1.25 threads, located at the rear caliper body to rear caliper bracket (guide rod bolts). The rear caliper bracket bolts uses a 14mm drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 63.7-73.5 Nm (47.0-54.2 ft-lb) at the rear caliper bracket to rear torsion beam axle.

Engine — 2014 Hyundai Elantra

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Valve cover bolts tightens to Step 1: 3.9-5.9 Nm (2.9-4.3 ft-lb), Step 2: 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 oil pan bolts uses a 10mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 9.8-11.8 Nm (7.2-8.7 ft-lb) at the oil pan to block. At the cylinder head, one per cylinder, the spark plugs torques to 17 ft-lbs (23 Nm) (5/8" (16mm) spark plug socket drive, M12 x 1.25 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the connecting rod caps, plan for a 12mm tool on a M9 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 17.7-21.6 Nm (13.0-15.9 ft-lb) + 88-92° (connecting rod bearing cap bolts). Cylinder head bolts tightens to 32.4-36.3 Nm (23.9-26.8 ft-lb) + 90-95° + 90-95°, takes a 10mm spline (M10 Torx-style) driver, runs on M10 x 1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head to block — 10 bolts total. The intake manifold bolts/nuts uses a 12mm drive on a M8 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 18.6-23.5 Nm (13.7-17.4 ft-lb) at the intake manifold to cylinder head. At the timing chain auto-tensioner, front of engine, the timing chain tensioner bolt torques to 9.8-11.8 Nm (7.2-8.7 ft-lb) (10mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the front of crankshaft / harmonic balancer, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14 x 1.5 stud; final torque is 196.1-205.9 Nm (144.7-151.9 ft-lb) (crankshaft pulley bolt). Valve cover bolt tightens to 6-8 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the valve cover. 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) + 120-125° at the main bearing caps (5 caps, 2 bolts each). At the bottom of oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 29 ft-lbs (39 Nm) (17mm drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). OEM-verified spec. For the cylinder head, plan for a 5/8" tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 17 ft-lbs (23 Nm) (spark plug). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Exhaust manifold nuts tightens to 29.4-34.3 Nm (21.7-25.3 ft-lb), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8 x 1.25 threads, located at the exhaust manifold studs at cylinder head. The camshaft sprocket (cvvt) bolt uses a 19mm drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 64.7-76.5 Nm (47.7-56.4 ft-lb) at the intake and exhaust cvvt assemblies on camshafts.

Suspension — 2014 Hyundai Elantra

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The front strut top nut uses a 17mm with 6mm Allen hold drive on a M14 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 40-50 Nm (29-36 ft-lb) at the top of front strut shaft at strut tower. At the rear shock absorber lower mount to torsion beam axle, the rear shock lower bolt torques to 98.1-117.7 Nm (72.3-86.8 ft-lb) (17mm drive, M12 x 1.25 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 275 Nm (203 ft-lb) (front hub / axle nut). Front lower control arm bolts tightens to 78.5-88.3 Nm (57.9-65.1 ft-lb) at knuckle; 98.1-117.7 Nm (72.3-86.8 ft-lb) at subframe, takes a 17-19mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 threads, located at the front lower arm to subframe bushings and to knuckle ball joint. The tie rod end nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 23.5-33.3 Nm (19.4-24.6 ft-lb) at the tie rod end to steering knuckle. At the front strut lower bracket to steering knuckle (pinch bolts), the front strut to knuckle bolts torques to 137.3-156.9 Nm (101.3-115.7 ft-lb) (17mm bolt / 19mm nut drive, M14 x 1.5 thread). For the sway bar end link to front strut assembly, plan for a 17mm with 6mm Allen hold tool on a M12 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 98.1-117.7 Nm (72.3-86.8 ft-lb) (sway bar end link nut). 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 hub / axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24 x 1.5 thread, torqued to 255 Nm (188 ft-lb) at the rear hub nut (torsion beam design).

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