Wheel Studs: Installation

NOTE: Make sure to use washers that have an ID that is larger than the OD of the wheel stud serrations. Use enough washers (approximately 4) to allow the wheel stud to fully seat against the hub flange.

Position the new wheel stud in the wheel hub, aligning the serrations in the wheel hub flange made by the original wheel stud.
- Place 4 washers over the outside end of the wheel stud and thread a standard wheel nut onto the wheel stud with the flat side against the washers.
- Tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud head seats against the back side of the wheel hub flange.
Fig 1: Installing Wheel Stud
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the wheel nut and washers.
Install the brake disc.
Position the brake caliper and anchor plate assembly and install the bolts.
- Tighten the bolts to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES article.