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2015 Ford F-150 Lug Nuts and Wheel Torque
Correct hardware and torque are essential to wheel safety.
Ford’s 2015 manual supplies a specific torque for original M14 x 1.5 wheel-nut hardware. Aftermarket wheels or fasteners may have different requirements.
2015 Ford original wheel-nut specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Original stud/nut size | M14 x 1.5 |
| Wheel nut torque | 150 lb-ft / 204 N·m |
| Recheck after wheel disturbance | Within 100 mi / 160 km |
Published 2015 Ford figures and original part references. Check current Ford service information and your exact truck before purchasing parts or servicing fluids.
What the torque figure assumes
Ford specifies clean, rust-free threads and the recommended replacement hardware. An impact wrench alone does not verify torque. Follow the proper tightening sequence and use a calibrated torque wrench.
If lug nuts are swollen
Some two-piece lug nuts become difficult to fit with a standard socket. Avoid forcing an undersized tool or rounding the nut. A tire shop can identify safe removal and replacement options.
Wheel changes and tire service
Recheck the wheel hardware after rotation, replacement or other disturbance, following the vehicle manual. Verify tire size and load rating on the truck’s actual label.
Ford source
Specifications and schedule references come from the 2015 Ford F-150 Owner’s Manual, fourth printing, Canada/US. Consult current Ford guidance for replacement parts and fluid supersessions.
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