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Mar 31, 2019 | 08:51 AM

rat123

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Tire Torque

Hi
What is the recomend torque for the tire lug nut installation. I have a 2002
Thanks

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Mar 31, 2019 | 09:02 AM

leadfoot4

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The GM specified torque for the lug nuts is 100 ft/lbs.

Mar 31, 2019 | 11:50 AM

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The GM specified torque for the lug nuts is 100 ft/lbs.

I torque the lug nuts in two stages: 70 ft-lbs for the first step then 100 ft-lbs to finish. Most folks say its a good idea to go back and check the torque after driving about 30 miles.

Mar 31, 2019 | 12:13 PM

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You must not have an owners manual, good idea to have it. When you get it, read every page.

Mar 31, 2019 | 12:19 PM

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The GM specified torque for the lug nuts is 100 ft/lbs.

This ^^^

Mar 31, 2019 | 12:25 PM

rat123

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Hi
I do have the owners manual but my car is in storage and I just ordered a torque wrench
thanks

Mar 31, 2019 | 01:09 PM

Grandpa1

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As said, 100 ft pounds, crisscross pattern then all the way around checking each lug. Done..

Mar 31, 2019 | 01:10 PM

leadfoot4

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....Most folks say its a good idea to go back and check the torque after driving about 30 miles.

Especially when aluminum rims are in use.

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Mar 31, 2019 | 10:32 PM

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Two stage torque 70/100

Apr 1, 2019 | 07:59 AM

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leadfoot4

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Why make fun of this person’s post? He asked a legitimate question.

Which was accurately answered in post #2. Where's your sense of humor??

Apr 1, 2019 | 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by STRMLNE

Why make fun of this person’s post? He asked a legitimate question.

At least he didn’t say “read your owners manual” or “just do a search”

Apr 1, 2019 | 07:51 PM

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Apr 1, 2019 | 08:33 PM

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rat123

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It looks like I shouldn't have ask this question
I normal torque the lug nuts at 110 on my Dodges
So I just was wondering if it was different.
Sorry for asking. Next time I will wait read manual or go online
I thought this forum was to ask questions
sorry for asking this question

Apr 1, 2019 | 08:48 PM

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nah. Don’t let the few dissuade you from asking questions. I actually wanted to know the answer to this question too. Some people just can’t help themselves and gotta try and be cute.