Wheel Studs: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Insert the stud through the hole in the knuckle and into the flange, making sure the serrations on the stud line up with the serrations in the flange.

Fig 1: Inserting Stud Through Hole In Knuckle And Into Flange
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: 2.Do not use power tools to install a wheel stud. The serrations in the flange can be stripped.

NOTE: Do not use the wheel nuts that came with the vehicle.

Fig 2: Installing Washers And Wheel Nut On Wheel Stud

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install washers and a wheel nut on the wheel stud and tighten the nut until the stud seats against the flange. Discard the nut after use.
Install the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE .