Ford F-150 Lug Nut Torque Specs (1975-2022)
Check the number stamped on your lug nut to find its torque specifications. If you don’t see a number, reference the table below to find the lug nut torque specifications for your Ford F-150:
| F-150 Model Year | Lug Nut Torque |
| 1975 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1976 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1977 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1978 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1979 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1980 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1981 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1982 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1983 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1984 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1985 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1986 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1987 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1988 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1989 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1990 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1991 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1992 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1993 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1994 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1995 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1996 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1997 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1998 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 1999 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) |
| 2000 | 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) for 12mm lug nuts 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) for 14mm lug nuts |
| 2001 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2002 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2003 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2004 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2005 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2006 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2007 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2008 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2009 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2010 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2011 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2012 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2013 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2014 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2015 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2016 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2017 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2018 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2019 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2020 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2021 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
| 2022 | 150 ft-lbs (204 N·m) |
The specifications above are true for your Ford F-150 regardless of the trim.
Important reminders
- Double-check the correct torque settings in your Ford F-150 owner’s manual.
- Always re-torque lug nuts after 50-100 miles of normal driving.
- To ensure a correct torque reading, only torque lug nuts when the wheel of your vehicle is as close to the ground as possible (without actually touching it). To stop the wheel from spinning while torquing the lug nuts, use wheel chocks.
- Always use proper jacking equipment, proper tools, and the right torquing technique (see the video below for a demonstration on the proper torquing technique).
What’s the correct lug nut size for a Ford F-150?
Ford F-150 lug nut sizes vary depending on the model year.
To find the right lug nut size for your truck, check our complete list of correct lug nut sizes for F-150s.
What’s the correct socket size for F-150 lug nuts?
If you’re going to be removing lug nuts from your truck, it’s important to know the correct socket size to use.
In general, the correct socket size is 21mm or 13/16″. However, that figure isn’t necessarily true in every case. Thankfully, we put together a handy guide so you can find the correct lug nut socket size for your specific F-150.
