Which Direction to Loosen and Tighten Lug Nuts?

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To loosen lug nuts, turn them counterclockwise; to tighten, turn clockwise. Installation Depth: When installing tire nuts, the focus is not on depth but on torque. Different specifications and grades of bolts and nuts have specified torque range values. Tighten according to the bolt's grade for normal driving conditions. Definition of Torque: Torque is a special type of moment that causes an object to rotate. Engine torque refers to the moment output from the crankshaft. At a fixed power level, it is inversely proportional to engine speed—higher speed means lower torque, and vice versa. It reflects the vehicle's load capacity within a certain range. External torque is called torsion or external couple moment, while internal torque is referred to as internal couple moment or simply torque.