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.
The 1987–1989 Sterling 825 lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 N·m). Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.
Do all 825 trims use the same lug nut torque?+
Yes. Every 825 trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.
Has the Sterling 825 lug nut torque changed over the years?+
No. It has been 80 ft-lbs (108 N·m) for every model year we have, 1987–1989.
What size tires come on the Sterling 825?+
Factory tire sizes include 195/65R15 (1987–1989). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.