Chevrolet wheel lug torque specifications for 75 models, model years 1990 to 2025. Across the range Chevrolet uses 14 distinct torque values, from 45 to 140 lbf·ft (61–190 N·m). Use the table below to find your model and year.
Our sources do not agree on every year of the Corvette: 2002 is given as either 100 lbf·ft or 103 lbf·ft. Every figure we hold is in the table below — confirm yours in the owner's manual or factory service manual before tightening.
Chevrolet Corvette wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
1992–1995
100
136
13.9
—
1996–1999
103
140
14.3
—
2000–2002
100
136
13.9
—
2002–2013
103
140
14.3
—
2020–2022
140
190
19.4
—
2024
140
190
19.4
—
Corvette 427
Chevrolet Corvette 427 wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2013
103
140
14.3
—
Cruze
Also covers: Cruze Eco, Cruze Limited Eco, Cruze Premier
Also covers: Impala 50th Anniversary, Impala Eco, Impala Limited Police, Impala Police, Impala Premier
Our sources do not agree on every year of the Impala: 2015–2016 is given as either 110 lbf·ft or 111 lbf·ft. Every figure we hold is in the table below — confirm yours in the owner's manual or factory service manual before tightening.
Chevrolet Impala wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
1995–1996
103
140
14.3
—
2000–2001
100
136
13.9
—
2006–2012
103
140
14.3
—
2014–2020
110
149
15.2
—
2015–2016
111
150
15.3
—
Lumina
Also covers: Lumina APV, Lumina APV Van, Lumina Euro, Lumina Z34
Our sources do not agree on every year of the Lumina: 1991 is given as either 100 lbf·ft or 103 lbf·ft. Every figure we hold is in the table below — confirm yours in the owner's manual or factory service manual before tightening.
Our sources do not agree on every year of the Tahoe: 2000 is given as either 125 lbf·ft or 140 lbf·ft. Every figure we hold is in the table below — confirm yours in the owner's manual or factory service manual before tightening.
Also covers: Tracker 2D Utility, Tracker 4D Utility
Chevrolet Tracker wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
1998
60
81
8.3
—
2002–2004
73
99
10.1
—
TrailBlazer
Also covers: TrailBlazer ACTIV
Chevrolet TrailBlazer wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2002–2009
100
136
13.9
—
2021–2025
100
136
13.9
—
Traverse
Also covers: Traverse High Country, Traverse Limited High Country, Traverse Limited Premier, Traverse Premier
Chevrolet Traverse wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2009–2025
140
190
19.4
—
Trax
Also covers: Trax ACTIV, Trax Premier
Chevrolet Trax wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2013–2025
100
136
13.9
—
Uplander
Chevrolet Uplander wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2005–2009
100
136
13.9
—
Venture
Also covers: Venture Warner Bros.
Chevrolet Venture wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
1997–2005
100
136
13.9
—
Volt
Also covers: Volt Elect, Volt Premier
Chevrolet Volt wheel torque
Model years
lbf·ft
N·m
kgf·m
Stud / bolt
2011–2019
100
136
13.9
—
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical wheel lug torque for a Chevrolet?
Across 75 Chevrolet models it ranges from 45 to 140 lbf·ft (61–190 N·m). Torque varies by model and year, so use the table above rather than a single value.
Do all Chevrolet models use the same torque?
No. Chevrolet uses 14 distinct torque values across the model years 1990–2025 listed here.
Do these figures apply to greased threads?
Torque figures apply to clean, dry threads. Do not grease, oil or anti-seize the studs unless the manufacturer explicitly calls for it — lubricant can raise clamping force well beyond the target and stretch or snap a stud.