Which direction tightens car wheel bolts?

[VonAaron]

For passenger cars, the wheel bolts loosen counterclockwise, meaning counterclockwise turns loosen them and clockwise turns tighten them. For large trucks, the wheel bolt directions differ between left and right sides: the left side (driver's side) has reverse threads, while the right side has standard threads. This means tightening follows the vehicle's forward rolling direction, while loosening follows the reverse direction. Below are some important considerations for tire replacement: 1. When removing tires, pay attention to the force direction since they have securing bolts - counterclockwise loosens, clockwise tightens. Then be sure to position the jack correctly in the vehicle's designated jacking points on both sides to prevent accidents. 2. Before changing tires, always inspect the replacement tire's condition. During replacement, follow the proper operational sequence carefully.