Honda Accord Wheel Bolt/Lug Pattern: (1976 – 2024)

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Like other brands, Honda has constantly changed the specifications of their Accord product line to meet the needs of motorists. The change to the engine led to many changes in other parts, including the bolt pattern. This feature has gone through four versions that may confuse riders. But don’t worry! We’ve rounded up all the Honda Accord lug patterns for your preference below.

Lug Pattern For Honda Accord

From 2003, all Honda Accord models share the same lug pattern of 5×114.3 mm or 5×4.5″. To explain, there are 5 bolts evenly spaced in an imaginary circle with a 114.3mm or 4.5″ diameter. But before that, the lug pattern is different.

5x4.5 lug pattern

1976 – 1981

The first Accords were released in 1976, marking the beginning of the famous D-class sedan. In the early days, these cars had four wheel lugs that formed an imaginary circle with a diameter of 120 mm. The symbol pattern of 4×120 mm is equivalent to 4×4.7 inches.

1981 – 1989

The 2nd output ushered in a significant engine upgrade along with wheel design. The manufacturer changed the lug pattern to 4×100 or 4×3.94″ and kept it until the end of the 3rd Accord generation.

1989 – 2003

After only 9 years, Honda has again reformed the lug design to 4×114.3 mm or 4×4.5″. They maintained this design for the next 14 years through 3 product generations. This period recorded the entry of Accord models to more markets, including Mexico, Oceania, Europe, the Middle East, etc.

2003 – 2023

Since the 7th generation of the Accord, the manufacturer has decided on a single pattern for outputs in all sale regions: 5×114.3 mm or 5×4.5. In other words, all modern wheels are installed with 5 factory studs, and the diameter of the lug circle is 114.3 mm.

Other Specifications Of Honda Wheels

Honda Accord

The Honda Accord has been around for 11 generations, and each comes with different wheel specs, especially tire and rim sizes, even though some of them share the same bolt pattern. We have listed all the parameters below for your optimal choice.

Note: All information will mainly focus on USDM (products for the US market).

1st Generation (SJ/SM): 1976 – 1981

  • Center bore measurement: 67.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.25
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: unknown
  • Rim & tire dimensions
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
1.6L I4165SR13 or 185/70SR135Jx13 ET454×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)
1.8L I4E165R135Jx13 ET454×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)

2nd (AC/AD) – 3rd Generation: 1981 – 1989

  • Center bore measurement: 56.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: unknown
  • Rim & tire dimensions
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
1.8L I4165SR13 or 185/70SR135Jx13 ET454×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)
2.0L I4 and 2.0I I4165SR13,185/70SR13, or 195/60R145Jx13 ET45 or 5.5Jx14 ET454×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)

4th (CB) – 5th Generation (CD/CE): 1989 – 1997

  • Hub bore measurement: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRim SizesBolt Pattern
2.2I I4185/70R14 or195/60R155Jx14 ET50 or 5.5JJx15 ET504×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)
2.7I V6205/60R156Jx15 ET554×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)

6th Generation (CG): 1997 – 2003

  • Center bore measurement: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
2.3I I4195/65R15 or 195/70R146Jx15 ET55 or 5.5Jx14 ET554×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)
2.4I I4195/65R15,195/65R15, or 205/60R166.5JJx15 ET55 or 6.5JJx15 ET554×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)
3.0I V6205/60R15 or 205/65R156Jx15 ET554×4.7 Inch (4×120 mm)

7th Generation (CM): 2003 – 2007

  • Center bore size: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
2.4I I4195/65R15, 195/65R15, or 205/60R166.5JJx15 ET55 or 6.5JJx15 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
3.0L V6 (Hybrid)215/60R166.5JJx16 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
3.0I V6205/60R166.5JJx16 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)

8th Generation (CP/CS): 2008 – 2013

  • Center bore measurement: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
2.4I I4225/50R17 or 215/60R167.5Jx17 ET55 or 6.5Jx16 ET505×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
3.5I V6225/50R17 or 235/45R187.5Jx17 ET55 or 8Jx18 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)

9th Generation (CR): 2013 – 2017

  • Center bore diameter: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine ChoicesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
2.0 HEV and 2.0 PHEV (Hybrid)225/50R177.5Jx17 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
2.4I I4205/65R16 or 215/55R177Jx16 ET50 or 7.5Jx17 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
2.4I I4 (Sport Edition)235/45R188Jx18 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
3.5I V6235/45R188Jx18 ET555×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)

10th Generation (CV): 2018 – 2021

  • Center bore hub: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine OptionsTire SizeRim SizesBolt Pattern
1.5T I4225/50R17 or 235/40R197.5Jx17 ET45 or 8.5Jx19 ET505×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
2.0 HEV (Hybrid)225/50R17 or 235/45R187.5Jx17 ET45 or 8Jx18 ET505×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
2.0T I4225/50R17 or 235/40R197.5Jx17 ET45 or 8.5Jx19 ET505×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)

11th Generation (CY): 2022 – Now

  • Center bore measurement: 64.1 mm
  • Thread size: M12 x 1.5
  • Wheel fasteners: Lug nut
  • Torque spec: 108 Nm
  • Rim & size dimension:
Engine TypesTire SizeRange Of Rim SizesBolt Pattern
1.5 Turbo225/50R177.5Jx17 ET455×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)
2.0H I4225/50R17 or 235/40R197.5Jx17 ET455×4.5 Inch (114.3 mm)

Retightening Honda Accord Bolts

When you service or install a new wheel rim, generally whenever you do tire assembly, tightening bolts are a must to finish your job. The process is not too difficult but adheres to certain principles to ensure safety.

For Accord models born with the 4-lug pattern, you should screw the studs in a cross shape. The required operations change when it comes to the 5-bolt design. Now approach the lug holes in the direction of the star to avoid loosening the fixed parts.

Ultimately, all that remains is to prepare a torque wrench and work in the specified order. It is best to turn the bolts half a turn the first time. 

After completing the first turn for all center holes, return to the starting point and repeat the action. Still, this time your hand strength should be equal to the torque specifications specified by the manufacturer.

FAQs

Can You Convert 4×114.3 To 4×100?

Yes. Wheel adapters come to satisfy your needs, but experts do not recommend this idea for safety concerns.

Which Cars Use 4×100 Bolt Pattern?

It is surprising to know that the 4×100 pattern is not a thing of the past since you can find it in some modern vehicles such as Volkswagen Voyage 2009 – 2023, Vinfast Fadil 2019 – 2022, Suzuki Xbee 2017 – 2022, etc.

Conclusion

Learning the bolt pattern for Honda Accord is necessary before you work with your wheel. You need to know how to tighten the lugs to mount these parts back into the vehicle without causing any trouble during operation.

It is best to test run about 50 miles and check the bolt holes again. Sometimes they can get loose, so you must retorque them before long trips.


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Douglas Mercer

Douglas Mercer

Automotive Service Manager

Douglas Mercer is an automotive service manager with 12-year experience at Stockton Wheel Service, Douglas excels in addressing intricate tire and wheel concerns as plating wheels, straightening bent wheels, widening stock wheels, and precisely correcting offset and back-spacing…

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