Torque Specifications - Dodge CHALLENGER 2020 Owner's Manual

288 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Torque Specifications

Base Model Vehicle
Lug Nut/Bolt **Lug Nut/
Torque Bolt Size
130 Ft-Lbs
M14 x 1.50
(176 N·m)
SRT Model Vehicle
Lug Nut/Bolt **Lug Nut/
Torque Bolt Size
111 Ft-Lbs
M14 x 1.50
(150 N·m)
**Use only authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/
bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tight-
ening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to
mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or
loose particles.
Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
22 mm
Wheel Mounting Surface
Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until
each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure
22 mm
that the socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/
bolt (do not insert it halfway).
NOTE:
If in doubt about the correct tightness, have
them checked with a torque wrench by an
authorized dealer or service station.
After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt
torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are
properly seated against the wheel.
Torque Patterns
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the
jack, do not tighten the lug nuts/bolts fully
until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to
follow this warning may result in personal
injury.