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Tesla Roadster lug nut torque

GarageDex's lug nut torque data shows the 2008 to 2012 Tesla Roadster wheel lug nuts torque to 77 ft-lbs. They are 12mm x 1.50 wheel bolts.

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Key takeaways

  • Torque: 77 ft-lbs for the 2008 to 2012 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.
Tesla Roadster lug nut torque by year
YearsTorquePattern
2008 to 201277 ft-lbsStar pattern
Tesla Roadster lug nut thread size
YearsThread size
2008 to 201212mm x 1.50 bolt

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 Tesla Roadster.

Torque wrench1/2-inch drive click wrench, 20 to 150 ft-lbsShop wrenches Lug nutsReplacement lug nuts filtered to the Tesla RoadsterShop lug nuts Wheel locks12mm x 1.50 anti-theft bolt setShop wheel locks Torque sticksLimits an impact gun so you cannot over-tightenShop torque sticks

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How to torque Tesla Roadster 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 77 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 Tesla models

Model SModel XModel YModel 3

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.