Vehicle Questions and Answers
Welcome to the Vehicle Q&A Hub. Find answers to your automotive questions, share your experiences, and get expert advice on vehicle maintenance, troubleshooting, and more!
Can you tell me the size of the lug nuts for a 2017 Ford Escape?
5243 views
6 answers
★ Top Answer
The 2017 Ford Escape is equipped with five lug nuts on each wheel, with thread size M12 X1.5 being crucial for replacements to match. The original hex head size is 3/4 inch and the overall length is 1.45 inches, but these dimensions may vary if they have been previously replaced. It is essential to ensure that each lug nut is tightened to the specified torque of 135 Nm for the '17 Escape, which is just under 100 lb-ft. Incorrectly tightening the lug nuts can result in wobbling or even dislodged wheels if undertightened, while overtightening can lead to seizing, breakage, or difficulty removing them in an emergency.
More answers
-
I drive a 2017 Escape Titanium 4wd with factory lug nuts larger than 3/4"-19mm size. The included wrench in the trunk also doesn't match these unique lug nuts.
-
For a 2017 Ford Escape, the lug nuts measure M12 x 1.50 in thread size, have a hex size of 3/4 inch, and a length of 1.45 inches.
-
My daughter faced a similar issue, as her tires have become swollen over time. She discovered this when she went to get a tire fixed. The mechanic mentioned that it's a common occurrence with Ford vehicles. Despite always having her tires rotated at the Ford dealership, she was never informed about this potential issue.
-
In 2017, my Escape Titanium had unique lug nuts that were not mentioned in Ford's documents and did not match with regular socket sizes. I couldn't remove them properly, so I ended up ruining them by using the incorrect socket size (0.5 mm smaller) and then replaced them with standard ones. Thankfully, the replacement only cost me under $20.
-
The inexpensive construction of Fords led me to replace the ones on my Fusion, which have a capped finish over steel. Recently, I rotated the tires on my daughter's 2017 Ford Escape and encountered the same issue - the lug nut wrench wouldn't even fit. I had to use my own wrench and carefully work on each lug nut.
Buying a Used car?
Check it by Epicvin
Check it by Epicvin
