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I thought I read somewhere that greasing lugnuts actually changes the torque spec needs and can result in overtightening. Let them soak a while then remove the lugs.
Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
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Yes OEM specifies dry but they also most likely specify CLEAN and dry which is rarely the case. Ultimately I just would LOVE to dispel the fantasy that greased threads loosen and back off. Clamping force ends up higher if anything.
In a science program on TV it was explained that if you grease nutsbolts it can increase the torque by 20 I dont know if the mfg figures given are for greased or not. Personally I use a telescopic wrench extended to undo them and closed to do them up if you look at mfg supplied wheel wrench they are not that long so you dont over torque them. Should trailer wheel lug nut threads be greased.
Just pulled my wheels to replace tires and though they were not overtightend it was tough to get them all the way off and lugs looked like they corroding. I thought I read somewhere that greasing lugnuts actually changes the torque spec needs and can result in overtightening. Also grease makes the friction between the nut and the stud decrease dramatically and if they are torqued to the proper amount on a torque wrench the nut is overtightened which could stretch the threads.
I believe anti-sieze takes the extreme pressure of a threaded connection better than grease. I dont believe in running lug nuts dry. Home ATHS Discussion Forums Tech Questions and Tips Lug Nuts - Dry or greasedlubed Lug Nuts - Dry or greasedlubed Posted By scsiguy Friday September 05 2008 729 AM.
Lubricating wheel nuts. So hotly debated by armchair experts. The owners manual says.
Clean threads and no lube in many cases. Definitely use lubricant on wheel nuts actually on the studs. Up front I am not telling you to do this.
My default advice on everything related to your car is. Dont deviate from the owners manual. Time Required Step 1.
Look for the damn key. Figure out what size socket is close make sure its a 12-Point. Smash that socket onto the locking lug nut with a hammer.
Revel in your success. Get the locking lug nut out of your socket. At my past tire changeover last fall the dealership claimed nine of my lug nuts were seized and had to be replaced.
They did the same job in reverse in the spring so the lug nuts were on seven. The general consensus seems to be that the use of anti seize on vehicle lug nuts that are properly torqued is not going to contribute to the lug nuts loosening. It seems wherever I posted more people reported using anti seize on lug nuts for years without any problems than people advised against it.
Never ever use any type of greaseoil on wheel studs. Only on hub if they like to stick on. Lug nuts might of been squealing because the threads where stretched which changes the thread spacing.
They can also stretch from using grease. I only sometimes use a little WD-40 if the lug and threads are dry and rusty. Torquing the lug nuts in this manner ensures that they center properly.
Torque one nut then cross the center of the wheel for the next nut and so on. For a 5-bolt pattern this will have you torque the nuts in the classic star pattern. For a 4-bolt its a cross pattern.
Supplied grease should only be applied to the bores and outer flanges of all bushings and components - do not grease the outside surfaces of bushings and components. How do you install sway bar link bushings. Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
Loosen them slightly but do not remove. Jack uplift the car. Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.
Identify the bad link. If you feel paranoid about the 4 or 5 lug nuts holding your wheels to the hubs coming loose all at oncethen by all means check them regularly. Do you have a torque wrench.
Because the only way youre gonna know your lug nuts are properly and equally tightened is to use a torque wrench when you tighten the lug nuts. Lug nuts should not be greased. If they are corroded spray some rust penatrant or WD-40 on them.
Let them soak a while then remove the lugs. Steps to remove lug nuts. Park the vehicle in the level surface the wheel stays completely on the group evenly.
Remove the cap placed on hub and try locating the lug nut in your vehicle. The hubcap needs to be removed for accessing the lug nut. Check the lug nut before the removal process.
In this video I show you the danger of using anti-seize on your lug nuts with a dry torque rating and the potential failure it can lead to. Any regular DIY-er should be able to perform this with relative ease over a few hours during the weekend. Prepare the car for the replacement of lug nuts studs.
First is to unscrew the lug nuts to such a point that it will be easier to pull out the tire later on when the car is lifted up. Use a four way standard lug. If youre missing a lug nut you should have it replaced as soon as possible.
A missing lug nut could lead to dangerous driving conditions because of the extra force exerted on the wheel. This pressure can damage the wheel bearings studs and cause other lug nuts to fail leading to failure of the wheel while driving. The studs should also be greased during the installation.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE LUG NUTS BE INSTALLED OR REMOVED WITH AN IMPACT WRENCH OR TIGHTENED TO OVER 60 FTLBS OF TORQUE DOING SO WILL DESTROY THE LUG NUTS AND VOID THE WARRANTY. Lug nuts can be easily scratched during the install so please put electrical tape on them before installing them. Lug nuts should not be greased.
If they are corroded spray some rust penatrant or WD-40 on them. Let them soak a while then remove the lugs. The anti-seize will work fine.
You can opt for grease as well. When you break the lug nuts off again just use some sok or other penetrating oil on the exposed stud. That will help with removal and keep the threads cool while unbolting.
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