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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport lug nut torque

GarageDex's lug nut torque data shows the 2018 to 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport wheel lug nuts torque to 88 ft-lbs. Across the Volkswagen lineup, that guide lists 12mm x 1.50 wheel bolts.

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

Key takeaways

  • Torque: 88 ft-lbs for the 2018 to 2021 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.
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport lug nut torque by year
YearsTorquePattern
2018 to 202188 ft-lbsStar pattern
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport lug nut thread size
YearsThread size
All model years12mm x 1.50 bolt

The guide below does not break out the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport separately - this is the general Volkswagen 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Torque wrench1/2-inch drive click wrench, 20 to 150 ft-lbsShop wrenches Lug nutsReplacement lug nuts filtered to the Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportShop 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 88 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 Volkswagen 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.