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Volvo S40 Fixed Washer lug nut torque

GarageDex's lug nut torque data shows the 1998 to 2010 Volvo S40 Fixed Washer wheel lug nuts torque to 81 ft-lbs.

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Key takeaways

  • Torque: 81 ft-lbs for the 1998 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.
Volvo S40 Fixed Washer lug nut torque by year
YearsTorquePattern
1998 to 201081 ft-lbsStar pattern

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How to torque Volvo S40 Fixed Washer 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 81 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 Volvo models

240740760780850940960C30 Fixed WasherC30 Refer To Owner's ManualC70 Fixed WasherC70 Refer To Owner's ManualS40 Refer To Owner's ManualV40 Fixed WasherV50 Fixed WasherV50 Refer To Owner's ManualS60S70S80S90V60V70V90XC70All SUV, Van, & Truck Models

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.