How big is the lug nut on a Subaru Outback?
How big is the lug nut on a Subaru Outback?
120 newton meters, which is about 88.5 ft/lbs. This is is a little lower than most other cars. I have read that these studs can break fairly easily, so a torque wrench or a torque stick would best. Just had new 17″ wheels and tires put on our 2020 Outback. They torqued the nuts to 105ft/bls.
What are the lug nut torque specs for Subaru?
Subaru lug nut torque specs have changed over the years. So in asking about the proper torque, or in answering the question, the year has to be specified and taken into account (assuming original wheels). ” When was the last time you checked to see how tight you are making your customer’s lug nuts when servicing their Subaru?
What’s the torque limit on a Subaru Outback?
A truck with a 10,000 GVWR specifies a 140 ft/lbs torque limit. Over-torquing can cause as much damage as under-torquing. I think that the most important thing of all is that you torque all the lugs equally in an alternating pattern!
What should I do to my Subaru lug nut?
Do not jump or use your foot on the breaker bar. Remove dirt, grease residues and corrosion from rim and wheel hub contact surfaces. Check brake disc retaining bolt for tight fit. Apply anti-seize paste on the wheel centring in the wheel rim.
120 newton meters, which is about 88.5 ft/lbs. This is is a little lower than most other cars. I have read that these studs can break fairly easily, so a torque wrench or a torque stick would best. Just had new 17″ wheels and tires put on our 2020 Outback. They torqued the nuts to 105ft/bls.
Subaru lug nut torque specs have changed over the years. So in asking about the proper torque, or in answering the question, the year has to be specified and taken into account (assuming original wheels). ” When was the last time you checked to see how tight you are making your customer’s lug nuts when servicing their Subaru?
A truck with a 10,000 GVWR specifies a 140 ft/lbs torque limit. Over-torquing can cause as much damage as under-torquing. I think that the most important thing of all is that you torque all the lugs equally in an alternating pattern!
Do not jump or use your foot on the breaker bar. Remove dirt, grease residues and corrosion from rim and wheel hub contact surfaces. Check brake disc retaining bolt for tight fit. Apply anti-seize paste on the wheel centring in the wheel rim.
