2017 Kia Sedona Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2017 Kia Sedona lug nut torque is 80-90 ft-lbs 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: 80-90 ft-lbs · Thread: M12x1.5.

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

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 Sedona?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2017 Kia Sedona is 80-90 ft-lbs 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 Sedona lug nuts?

Most modern Kia vehicles use a 19mm or 21mm socket. Older Kia models from before 2000 may use a 13/16" SAE socket on certain trims. Confirm against the actual lug before purchasing aftermarket wheels.

Are the 2017 Kia Sedona 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 Sedona years

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

→ 2017 Kia Sedona oil drain plug torque & size

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

All 36 2017 Kia Sedona fastener specs

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

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2017 Kia Sedona. The lug nut uses a 21mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 87 ft-lbs at the wheel hub.

Brakes — 2017 Kia Sedona

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

Engine — 2017 Kia Sedona

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

Drivetrain — 2017 Kia Sedona

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

Suspension — 2017 Kia Sedona

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

Steering — 2017 Kia Sedona

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2017 Kia Sedona. The tie rod end nut torques to 25-33 ft-lbs (M12x1.25 thread). plan for the right driver on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 22-30 ft-lbs (power steering pump bolt). Steering wheel center bolt tightens to 30-38 ft-lbs, runs on M16x1.5 threads.

Body — 2017 Kia Sedona

Body fasteners on the 2017 Kia Sedona. plan for the right driver on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15-20 ft-lbs (hood hinge bolt).

Brake — 2017 Kia Sedona

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

Transmission — 2017 Kia Sedona

Transmission fasteners on the 2017 Kia Sedona. The trans mount uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 58 ft-lbs at the transmission mount.

Wheel — 2017 Kia Sedona

Wheel fasteners on the 2017 Kia Sedona. The wheel lug nuts torques to 80-90 ft-lbs (M12x1.5 thread).

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 Sedona numbers above.

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