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Mercury Mountaineer Lug Nut Torque

The 1996–2010 Mercury Mountaineer lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m).

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Mercury Mountaineer · 1996–2010

Lug nut torque
100ft-lbs136 N·m
Same spec for every year 1996–2010.
  • ✓ 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 Mercury Mountaineer

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245/65R172003–2010 · Compare prices →235/75R151996–2001 · Compare prices →235/65R182006–2010 · Compare prices →225/70R151996–2001 · Compare prices →235/70R162004–2005 · Compare prices →245/70R162002–2003 · Compare prices →255/70R161996–2001 · Compare prices →225/75R151996–1999 · Compare prices →255/50R202009–2010 · Compare prices →

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Mercury Mountaineer lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Mercury Mountaineer?

The 1996–2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer trims use the same lug nut torque?

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

Has the Mercury Mountaineer lug nut torque changed over the years?

No. It has been 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) for every model year we have, 1996–2010.

What size tires come on the Mercury Mountaineer?

Factory tire sizes include 245/65R17 (2003–2010), 235/75R15 (1996–2001), 235/65R18 (2006–2010), 225/70R15 (1996–2001), 235/70R16 (2004–2005) and 245/70R16 (2002–2003), among others. Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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