2019 Kia Sportage Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2019 Kia Sportage 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 2019 Kia Sportage. 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 2019 Kia Sportage

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 2019 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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 2019 Kia Sportage?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2019 Kia Sportage 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 2019 Kia Sportage lug nuts?

The 2019 Kia Sportage 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 2019 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage years

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

→ 2019 Kia Sportage oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2019 Kia Sportage suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

All 51 2019 Kia Sportage fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2019 Kia Sportage, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 5 of the 51 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2019 Kia Sportage

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2019 Kia Sportage. At the all four wheels, the lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (21mm drive, M12x1.5 thread).

Engine — 2019 Kia Sportage

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2019 Kia Sportage, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the engine block, plan for a 76mm tool on a 3/4-16 UNF stud; final torque is 15 Nm (oil filter (3/4-16 unf)). Spark plug tightens to 18 ft-lbs (24 Nm), takes a 16mm driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. The valve cover bolt uses a 10mm Hex drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 7-10 ft-lbs at the valve cover. At the oil pan, the oil drain plug torques to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the engine block, plan for a 76mm tool on a 3/4-16 UNF stud; final torque is 15 Nm (oil filter). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. Oil drain plug (m14x1.5) tightens to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan. OEM-verified spec. The spark plug (m14x1.25) uses a 16mm drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 25 Nm at the cylinder head. At the engine block, the alternator mounting bolt torques to 30-40 ft-lbs (14mm Hex drive, M10x1.25 thread).

Drivetrain — 2019 Kia Sportage

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2019 Kia Sportage — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Axle nut rear tightens to 170-200 ft-lbs, takes a 32mm Hex driver, runs on M24x1.5 threads, located at the rear hub. The axle nut front uses a 32mm Hex drive on a M24x1.5 thread, torqued to 170-200 ft-lbs at the front hub. At the transmission crossmember, the transmission mount bolt torques to 55-70 ft-lbs (17mm Hex drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the center support bearing, plan for a 14mm Hex tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 30-40 ft-lbs (driveshaft center support bolt).

Suspension — 2019 Kia Sportage

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2019 Kia Sportage — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The rear shock lower bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 118 Nm at the rear axle. At the strut tower, the front strut upper nut torques to 50 Nm (17mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the sway bar end link, plan for a 14mm Hex tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 25-35 ft-lbs (stabilizer bar link nut front). Front lower control arm tightens to 137 Nm, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the subframe. The front lower control arm front bolt uses a 17mm Hex drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 70-85 ft-lbs at the front subframe. At the strut tower, the front strut top mount nut torques to 30-40 ft-lbs (21mm Hex drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the knuckle, plan for a 18mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 190 Nm (front strut lower bolt). Front strut lower bolt (m14x1.5) tightens to 190 Nm, takes a 18mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the knuckle. The front lower control arm rear bolt uses a 17mm Hex drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 70-85 ft-lbs at the rear subframe mount. At the knuckle, the front tie rod end nut torques to 50 Nm (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the strut tower, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 50 Nm (front strut upper nut (m12x1.5)). Rear shock absorber upper nut tightens to 35-45 ft-lbs, takes a 17mm Hex driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the shock tower. The front lower control arm (m14x1.5) uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 137 Nm at the subframe. At the rear knuckle, the rear shock absorber lower bolt torques to 85-100 ft-lbs (21mm Hex drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear axle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 118 Nm (rear shock lower bolt (m12x1.5)). Front tie rod end nut (m14x1.5) tightens to 50 Nm, takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the knuckle.

Steering — 2019 Kia Sportage

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2019 Kia Sportage. At the steering knuckle, the tie rod end nut torques to 25-33 ft-lbs (17mm Castle drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the steering column, plan for a 24mm Hex tool on a M16x1.5 stud; final torque is 30-38 ft-lbs (steering wheel center bolt).

Body — 2019 Kia Sportage

Body fasteners on the 2019 Kia Sportage. For the hood hinge, plan for a 12mm Hex tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 15-20 ft-lbs (hood hinge bolt).

Brake — 2019 Kia Sportage

Brake fasteners on the 2019 Kia Sportage. Front brake caliper bracket tightens to 95 Nm, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front hub. The rear brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm Hex drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 50-65 ft-lbs at the rear knuckle. At the caliper bracket, the front brake caliper guide pin bolt torques to 22-30 ft-lbs (14mm Hex drive, M10x1.25 thread). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. For the rear caliper, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 23 Nm (rear brake caliper bolt). Front brake caliper bolt (m12x1.5) tightens to 34 Nm, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the front caliper. The rear brake caliper bolt (m10x1.25) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 23 Nm at the rear caliper. At the front hub, the front brake caliper bracket (m14x1.5) torques to 95 Nm (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front caliper, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 34 Nm (front brake caliper bolt). Rear brake caliper bracket (m14x1.5) tightens to 69 Nm, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear hub. The rear brake caliper bracket uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 69 Nm at the rear hub. At the front knuckle, the front brake caliper bracket bolt torques to 55-70 ft-lbs (17mm Hex drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the caliper bracket, plan for a 14mm Hex tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 20-28 ft-lbs (rear brake caliper guide pin bolt). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Wheel — 2019 Kia Sportage

Wheel fasteners on the 2019 Kia Sportage. The front axle nut uses a 32mm drive on a M24x1.5 thread, torqued to 240 Nm at the front. At the front/rear, the wheel lug nut torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (21mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the front/rear, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (wheel lug nut (m12x1.5)). Rear axle nut tightens to 240 Nm, takes a 32mm driver, runs on M24x1.5 threads, located at the rear. The rear axle nut (m24x1.5) uses a 32mm drive on a M24x1.5 thread, torqued to 240 Nm at the rear. At the wheel hub, the wheel lug nuts torques to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (19mm Hex drive, M12x1.5 thread). For the front, plan for a 32mm tool on a M24x1.5 stud; final torque is 240 Nm (front axle nut (m24x1.5)).

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