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Wheel Nut Torque for Ford F-150 11th gen onward (2001–present)

2001–present · Australian Market

The wheel nut torque for the Ford F-150 11th gen onward (2001–present) is 203 Nm (≈ 150 ft·lbs), tightened in a star pattern with a calibrated torque wrench.

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Wheel Nut Torque

203Nm

≈ 150 ft·lbs

21mm socket — Red

Socket Size

21mm

Bolt Pattern

6x135

Thread Size

M14 x 1.5

Professional DB
Confidence93%
Professional Database (Autodata/Mitchell)

Source

NJY professional OE torque chart (p.22) — F150 2001-17 (14x2.0) and 2018-23 (14x1.5): 203 Nm (150 ft-lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the wheel nut torque for the Ford F-150 11th gen onward (2001–present)?

The wheel nut torque for the Ford F-150 11th gen onward is 203 Nm (≈ 150 ft·lbs), shown in the torque specification card at the top of this page. Use a calibrated torque wrench set to this value, following the star-pattern tightening sequence shown in the diagram further down this page.

What socket size do I need for Ford F-150 wheel nuts?

You'll need a 21mm socket, shown in the Socket Size card in the hardware specifications section of this page. The matching M14 x 1.5 thread and 6x135 stud pattern are displayed alongside it in the same grid.

What is the bolt pattern for the Ford F-150 11th gen onward?

The Ford F-150 11th gen onward uses a 6x135 bolt pattern (6 studs), shown in the Bolt Pattern card in the hardware specifications section of this page. The thread size is M14 x 1.5.

What is the correct wheel nut tightening sequence for the Ford F-150?

Tighten the wheel nuts in a star (cross) pattern — never sequentially around the wheel — so clamping force spreads evenly across the 6 studs. The exact tightening sequence for the 6-stud Ford F-150 wheel is shown in the diagram on this page. Torque in stages (snug, then half torque, then full torque) and re-check after 50–100 km.

6-Stud Wheel

Correct Tightening Pattern

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Sequence: 1 → 4 → 2 → 5 → 3 → 6

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