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Lincoln Town Car Lug Nut Torque

The 1985–2011 Lincoln Town Car lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m).

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Lincoln Town Car · 1985–2011

Lug nut torque
100ft-lbs136 N·m
Same spec for every year 1985–2011.
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Lincoln Town Car

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215/70R151985–1997 · Compare prices →225/60R172003–2011 · Compare prices →225/60R161995–2002 · Compare prices →235/60R161998–2002 · Compare prices →225/70R161999–2002 · Compare prices →225/70R151993–1994 · Compare prices →

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Lincoln Town Car lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Lincoln Town Car?

The 1985–2011 Lincoln Town Car lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all Town Car trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every Town Car trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Lincoln Town Car lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) for every model year we have, 1985–2011.

What size tires come on the Lincoln Town Car?

Factory tire sizes include 215/70R15 (1985–1997), 225/60R17 (2003–2011), 225/60R16 (1995–2002), 235/60R16 (1998–2002), 225/70R16 (1999–2002) and 225/70R15 (1993–1994). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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