2016 Nissan Altima Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2016 Nissan Altima lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), tightened with a Hex socket on M12x1.25 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: Hex · Thread: M12x1.25.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2016 Nissan Altima. 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.

Nissan lug-nut torque is 83 ft-lbs (113 Nm) for nearly every passenger model since 2000 with an M12x1.25 thread (note: tighter pitch than Toyota/Honda's M12x1.5 — the lugs do not cross-thread cleanly with neighboring makes). Socket size is 21mm. Titans and Armadas use a larger M14x1.5 thread at 133 ft-lbs.

Common fastener categories on the 2016 Nissan Altima

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 2016 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 2016 Nissan Altima?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2016 Nissan Altima is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), using a Hex socket on M12x1.25 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 2016 Nissan Altima lug nuts?

The 2016 Nissan Altima uses a Hex 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 2016 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima years

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

→ 2016 Nissan Altima oil drain plug torque & size

→ 2016 Nissan Altima suspension & steering torque specs (control arm, ball joint, tie rod)

→ 2016 Nissan Altima engine & transmission mount torque specs

All 52 2016 Nissan Altima fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2016 Nissan Altima, 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 52 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Wheels — 2016 Nissan Altima

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2016 Nissan Altima. For the wheels, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (wheel lug nut (m12x1.25)). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Wheel lug nut tightens to 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm), takes a Hex driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the wheel hub. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Brakes — 2016 Nissan Altima

Brake fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Brake caliper bolt (m10x1.25) tightens to 32-36 ft-lbs, takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper. The rear caliper mounting bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 16-23 ft-lbs at the rear brake caliper. At the front brake caliper, the front caliper mounting bolt torques to 107 ft-lbs (145 Nm) (17mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the brake caliper slide pin, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm) (brake caliper pin bolt). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Engine — 2016 Nissan Altima

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2016 Nissan Altima, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The engine coolant temperature sensor uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 14-18 ft-lbs (19-25 Nm) at the engine coolant temperature sensor port, cylinder head. At the crankshaft front (harmonic balancer), the crankshaft pulley bolt torques to 105 ft-lbs (142 Nm) + 60° (21mm drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the connecting rod cap, plan for a 14mm tool on a M9 x 1.0 stud; final torque is 20 Nm + 90 degrees (connecting rod bolt). Oil filter tightens to Hand tight (18 Nm), takes a Canister driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the engine block. The oil drain plug uses a Hex drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) at the oil pan. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. At the intake manifold, the intake manifold bolt torques to 18-22 ft-lbs (20 Nm) (Hex drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear engine/transmission mount to crossmember, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 40-58 ft-lbs (54-79 Nm) (engine mount bolt (rear)). Timing chain tensioner bolt tightens to 55-65 ft-lbs (75-88 Nm), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the timing chain tensioner to engine block/head. The camshaft sprocket bolt (vct) uses a M12 drive on a M12 x 1.25 thread, torqued to 90-98 Nm at the camshaft. At the oil pan to engine block, the oil pan bolt torques to 8-10 Nm (10mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the engine block, plan for a M11 tool on a M11 x 1.25 stud; final torque is 34 Nm + 60 degrees (crankshaft main bearing cap bolt). Engine mount bolt (front) tightens to 40-58 ft-lbs (54-79 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front engine mount (torque rod) to bracket. The valve cover bolt uses a Hex drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 7-9 ft-lbs (10 Nm) at the valve cover. At the throttle body to intake manifold, the throttle body bolt torques to 8-10 Nm (10mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread). For the alternator to engine bracket, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29-40 ft-lbs (39-54 Nm) (alternator bracket bolt). Camshaft bearing cap bolt tightens to 10-12 Nm, takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6 x 1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head. The oil pan bolt (10mm) uses a Hex drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 16-22 ft-lbs at the oil pan - upper. At the cylinder head, the exhaust manifold stud torques to 25-30 Nm (13mm drive, M8 x 1.25 thread). For the oil pan, plan for a 14mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm) (oil drain plug (m14x1.5)). OEM-verified spec. Oil pan bolt (8mm) tightens to 6-8 ft-lbs (9 Nm), takes a Hex driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the oil pan - lower.

Suspension — 2016 Nissan Altima

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2016 Nissan Altima — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the rear wheel hub/bearing assembly to rear knuckle, the rear hub/bearing bolt torques to 58-72 ft-lbs (79-98 Nm) (19mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front suspension, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 85-94 ft-lbs (lower control arm bolt (m14x1.5)). Front sway bar link nut tightens to 30-44 ft-lbs (40-60 Nm), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front sway bar end link to strut / bar. The subframe mounting bolt uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 87-112 ft-lbs (118-152 Nm) at the front subframe (k-frame) to body. At the strut to knuckle, the front strut lower bolt torques to 100-110 ft-lbs (Hex drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear sway bar end link, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 29-40 ft-lbs (39-54 Nm) (rear sway bar link nut). Front sway bar bracket bolt tightens to 29-40 ft-lbs (39-54 Nm), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the front sway bar clamp bracket to subframe. The rear shock upper bolt uses a Hex drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 50-65 ft-lbs at the rear shock mount. At the strut tower, the front strut upper mount nut torques to 30-40 ft-lbs (Hex drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front wheel hub/spindle nut, plan for a 32mm tool on a M22x1.5 stud; final torque is 177-214 ft-lbs (240-290 Nm) (front hub/bearing nut).

Steering — 2016 Nissan Altima

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. For the steering rack to front subframe, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 54-72 ft-lbs (74-98 Nm) (steering rack mount bolt). Tie rod end nut tightens to 22-29 ft-lbs (29-39 Nm), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the outer tie rod end to front steering knuckle. The steering wheel nut uses a 24mm drive on a M18x1.25 thread, torqued to 22-29 ft-lbs (29-39 Nm) at the steering wheel center, steering column shaft. At the steering column lower shaft coupler, the steering column shaft bolt torques to 17-22 ft-lbs (24-30 Nm) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread).

Body — 2016 Nissan Altima

Body fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. Hood hinge bolt tightens to 12-16 ft-lbs (16-22 Nm), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the hood hinge to hood and body. The seat belt anchor bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 29-40 ft-lbs (39-54 Nm) at the seat belt lower anchor to floor/pillar.

Exhaust — 2016 Nissan Altima

Exhaust fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. The exhaust manifold nut uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 27-35 ft-lbs (37-47 Nm) at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head studs. At the catalytic converter support bracket to underbody, the catalytic converter bracket bolt torques to 27-35 ft-lbs (37-47 Nm) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the front exhaust pipe to manifold/cat flange, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 27-35 ft-lbs (37-47 Nm) (exhaust pipe flange nut).

Electrical — 2016 Nissan Altima

Electrical fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. At the battery, the battery terminal nut torques to 5-7 Nm (10mm drive, M10 x 1.25 thread).

General — 2016 Nissan Altima

General fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. For the rear axle, plan for a Hex tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 70-85 ft-lbs (rear shock lower bolt). Spark plug tightens to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm), takes a Hex driver, runs on M14x1.25 threads, located at the cylinder head. Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Transmission — 2016 Nissan Altima

Transmission fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. Transmission drain plug tightens to See manual, takes a Hex driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the transmission pan. The transmission mount bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 30-40 ft-lbs (40-54 Nm) at the cvt transmission mount to subframe/body.

Exterior — 2016 Nissan Altima

Exterior fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. The headlight assembly bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6 x 1.0 thread, torqued to 7-9 Nm at the front core support.

Interior — 2016 Nissan Altima

Interior fasteners on the 2016 Nissan Altima. At the floor, the center console screw torques to 4-6 Nm (10mm drive, M6 x 1.0 thread).

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