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Dodge Dakota lug nut torque

GarageDex's lug nut torque data shows the 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota wheel lug nuts torque to 135 ft-lbs. They are 9/16" lug nuts.

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Key takeaways

  • Torque: 135 ft-lbs for the 2005 to 2010 model years.
  • Tighten in a star (criss-cross) pattern so the wheel seats flat.
  • Re-check torque after 50 to 100 miles.
  • Aftermarket wheels or lug nuts can specify a different value - use the wheel maker's figure if it differs.
Dodge Dakota lug nut torque by year
YearsTorquePattern
2005 to 2010135 ft-lbsStar pattern
1995 to 200485-115 ft-lbsStar pattern
Dodge Dakota lug nut thread size
YearsThread size
2005 to 20119/16"
1987 to 20041/2"

Seat type (cone, mag, or ball) and hex size are not given per vehicle by this source - match them to the lug nut already on your wheel before ordering locks. Source: White Knight Wheel Accessories - 2020 Application Guide.

Tools for the job

These fit any vehicle. Lug nuts and wheel locks are vehicle-specific, so that link searches by your Dodge Dakota.

Torque wrench1/2-inch drive click wrench, 20 to 150 ft-lbsShop wrenches Lug nutsReplacement lug nuts filtered to the Dodge DakotaShop lug nuts Wheel locks9/16" anti-theft nut setShop wheel locks Torque sticksLimits an impact gun so you cannot over-tightenShop torque sticks

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How to torque Dodge Dakota wheels

  1. Hand-thread every lug nut, then snug them lightly with the wheel off the ground.
  2. Lower the car until the tire just touches and cannot spin.
  3. Set the wrench to 135 ft-lbs and tighten in a star pattern, skipping to the opposite nut each time.
  4. Lower fully, go around once more at the same setting.
  5. Re-check after 50 to 100 miles.

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Source: James Halderman - Lug Nut Torque Values 1995-2021. Torque values assume clean, dry threads and OEM wheels. Always confirm against your owner's manual, and re-check torque after the first 50 to 100 miles.