2017 Kia Carnival Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2017 Kia Carnival lug nut torque is 87 ft-lbs, 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: 87 ft-lbs · Socket size: 21mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2017 Kia Carnival. 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 2017 Kia Carnival

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 2017 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 2017 Kia Carnival?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2017 Kia Carnival is 87 ft-lbs, 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 2017 Kia Carnival lug nuts?

The 2017 Kia Carnival 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 2017 Kia Carnival 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 Kia Carnival years

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

→ 2017 Kia Carnival oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2017 Kia Carnival suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 36 2017 Kia Carnival fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2017 Kia Carnival, 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 — 2017 Kia Carnival

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2017 Kia Carnival. For the wheel hub, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 87 ft-lbs (lug nut).

Brakes — 2017 Kia Carnival

Brake fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Rear slide pin tightens to 20 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the caliper slide. The rear caliper bracket uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 58 ft-lbs at the caliper bracket. At the caliper bracket, the front caliper bracket bolt torques to 73 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the caliper slide, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 22 ft-lbs (front slide pin).

Engine — 2017 Kia Carnival

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2017 Kia Carnival, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The alternator mounting bolt is a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 30-40 ft-lbs. At the exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold torques to 33 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). plan for the right driver on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 7-10 ft-lbs (valve cover bolt). Oil drain plug tightens to 25-33 ft-lbs, runs on M14x1.5 threads. The intake manifold uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 18 ft-lbs at the intake manifold. At the oil pan, the oil pan drain plug torques to 29 ft-lbs (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). plan for the right driver on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 13-17 ft-lbs (spark plug). Valve cover tightens to 7 ft-lbs, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the valve cover.

Drivetrain — 2017 Kia Carnival

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2017 Kia Carnival — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The axle nut front torques to 170-200 ft-lbs (M24x1.5 thread). plan for the right driver on a M24x1.5 stud; final torque is 170-200 ft-lbs (axle nut rear). Transmission mount bolt tightens to 55-70 ft-lbs, runs on M12x1.25 threads.

Suspension — 2017 Kia Carnival

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2017 Kia Carnival — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. plan for the right driver on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 30-40 ft-lbs (front strut top mount nut). Stabilizer bar link nut front tightens to 25-35 ft-lbs, runs on M10x1.25 threads. The front lower control arm front bolt is a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 70-85 ft-lbs. At the sway bar link, the sway bar link torques to 37 ft-lbs (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). plan for the right driver on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 35-45 ft-lbs (rear shock absorber upper nut). Control arm tightens to 59 ft-lbs, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the control arm. The front strut mount uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 40 ft-lbs at the strut top mount. At the ball joint, the ball joint torques to 59 ft-lbs (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). plan for the right driver on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 70-85 ft-lbs (front lower control arm rear bolt). Rear shock absorber lower bolt tightens to 85-100 ft-lbs, runs on M14x1.5 threads.

Steering — 2017 Kia Carnival

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival. Power steering pump bolt tightens to 22-30 ft-lbs, runs on M10x1.25 threads. The steering wheel center bolt is a M16x1.5 thread, torqued to 30-38 ft-lbs. The tie rod end nut torques to 25-33 ft-lbs (M12x1.25 thread).

Body — 2017 Kia Carnival

Body fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival. The hood hinge bolt is a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 15-20 ft-lbs.

Brake — 2017 Kia Carnival

Brake fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival. The front brake caliper guide pin bolt torques to 22-30 ft-lbs (M10x1.25 thread). plan for the right driver on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 20-28 ft-lbs (rear brake caliper guide pin bolt). Front brake caliper bracket bolt tightens to 55-70 ft-lbs, runs on M12x1.25 threads. The rear brake caliper bracket bolt is a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 50-65 ft-lbs.

Transmission — 2017 Kia Carnival

Transmission fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival. For the transmission mount, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 58 ft-lbs (trans mount).

Wheel — 2017 Kia Carnival

Wheel fasteners on the 2017 Kia Carnival. Wheel lug nuts tightens to 80-90 ft-lbs, runs on M12x1.5 threads.

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then use the 2017 Kia Carnival numbers above.

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