Lets Torque About It!...

[Mistermena]

I have a 2007 Avensis 2.2 T-180 Estate. Can anyone please tell me what the correct TORQUE wrench settings are for replacing the Alloy wheels after taking them off to replace the discs and pads?

I don't want to over or under tighten the wheel bolts.

[jules8343]

I have a 2007 Avensis 2.2 T-180 Estate. Can anyone please tell me what the correct TORQUE wrench settings are for replacing the Alloy wheels after taking them off to replace the discs and pads?

I don't want to over or under tighten the wheel bolts.

According to eTyres.co.uk, 103 N-m, which is 76 ft.lbs. The big question is whether or not to apply lubrication to studs or bolts!

[Thermal]

103 N is for the steel wheels, alloys usually higher as per their manufacturer's prescription, like 130-140N.

And, NEVER oil/grease wheel nuts- or bolts!

[acetip]

I have an auris with alloy wheels,dont think the torque will differ from avensis.

in SPECIFICATIONS SECTION of handbook it states 103 nm./ 76 lb/ft.there is no mention of different torque for steel wheels.

lubricating wheel nuts is a NO NO

[Mistermena]

Many thanks guys for getting back to me. My worry was that I'd over tighten them and split the alloys, or go the opposit and have a wheel come over on the M6

I'd never oil or greese road wheel bolts! I don't want them to move after I've put them on.

[Thermal]

I don't want them to move after I've put them on.

It's not so much the danger of loosening the lubricated bolts, but rather the possibility of over-torquing, over-stretching the bolt and damaging the threads.

Torque for steel rims is "only" 103 Nm.

That's not very much, and the average adult will easily be able to over-torque that, even with the standard wheel nut tool.

Threads must be clean from dirt.

If they are corroded, just give them a good brush.

And for alloys, always check the torque value with the manufacturer and use the prescribed bolts or nuts.

Oh, an another NO NO: Never use an airgun to fasten wheel nuts. :!Removed!: