2015 Nissan Altima Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

Lug nut torque: 83 ft-lbs (113 Nm).

This page distinguishes source-backed fields, unresolved conflicts and unverified legacy records for the 2015 Nissan Altima. Match the exact hardware and manual conditions before maintenance. A source for one field does not verify the other specifications.

Nissan and Infiniti often use fine-pitch wheel studs on passenger models, but the exact thread, socket and torque are still vehicle-specific. Confirm the recorded row and never cross-thread lug nuts borrowed from a neighboring make.

Fifth generation (L33, 2013–2018)

The 2015 Altima is part of Nissan's fifth-generation L33 platform (2013–2018), which paired a 182-hp 2.5-liter QR25DE four-cylinder — or the optional 270-hp 3.5-liter VQ35DE V6 — exclusively with an Xtronic CVT after the manual gearbox was dropped mid-cycle.

Both engines use an aluminum block, so most cover, manifold, and oil-pan fasteners thread into soft alloy and depend on modest torque rather than muscle. Nissan's wheel studs also use a fine-pitch M12x1.25 thread that does not interchange with the coarser M12x1.5 studs on many Honda and Toyota hubs — worth confirming before you buy replacement lug nuts.

Common fastener categories on the 2015 Nissan Altima

• Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
• Brake caliper bracket, mounting, and slide/guide-pin bolts are different fasteners. Confirm the exact axle, application and service-manual specification before reassembly.
• Engine oil drain plug torque and tool size when this vehicle has a verified drain-plug record
• Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts where the database has exact records
• Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
• Spark plug torque only when a vehicle-specific spark-plug row is available
• Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2015 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 and SAE socket set (8mm-22mm plus 1/4"-7/8"), 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
• Replacement washers, threadlocker, anti-seize, or dry-thread preparation only when the exact service procedure specifies them

Frequently asked questions

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

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→ 2015 Nissan Altima oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2015 Nissan Altima suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2015 Nissan Altima brake job torque specs (caliper, bracket & slide pins)

→ Full 2015 Nissan Altima maintenance schedule (intervals, costs & free tracker) on ServiceSageAuto

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 compare any source-backed fields on this page with the actual hardware and service manual.

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