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Saturn LS Series lug nut torque

GarageDex's lug nut torque data shows the 2000 to 2005 Saturn LS Series wheel lug nuts torque to 92 ft-lbs. Across the Saturn lineup, that guide lists 12mm x 1.50 lug nuts.

Shop torque wrenches A 1/2-inch click wrench covers every value on this page

Key takeaways

  • Torque: 92 ft-lbs for the 2000 to 2005 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.
Saturn LS Series lug nut torque by year
YearsTorquePattern
2000 to 200592 ft-lbsStar pattern
Saturn LS Series lug nut thread size
YearsThread size
1991 to 201812mm x 1.50

The guide below does not break out the Saturn LS Series separately - this is the general Saturn thread size, same source.

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 Saturn LS Series.

Torque wrench1/2-inch drive click wrench, 20 to 150 ft-lbsShop wrenches Lug nutsReplacement lug nuts filtered to the Saturn LS SeriesShop lug nuts Wheel locks12mm x 1.50 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 Saturn LS Series 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 92 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.

Other Saturn models

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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.