Parts for your 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero-Wheel studs nuts

2000 Mitsubishi Pajero Wheel Studs & Nuts

Wheel studs and nuts are absolutely used on the 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. Mitsubishi’s NM/NP series workshop documentation and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue show a hub with pressed-in wheel studs and separate wheel nuts on a 6-stud, 139.7 mm PCD layout. That means wheel-studs-nuts are relevant to this model and are a core, safety-critical part of its wheel mounting system.

On a 2000 Pajero, the wheel studs are fixed in the hub and the wheel is secured with tapered-seat nuts. The purpose is simple: clamp the wheel firmly to the hub so the load is handled by friction between the wheel and hub face. The studs provide the threads, the nuts provide the clamping force. Done right, the setup handles heavy touring, towing, and off-road punishment with confidence.

As part of regular servicing, it’s worth giving the studs and nuts a quick once-over. Look for crossed or damaged threads, stretched studs, or nuts that feel gritty when spun on by hand. If a nut goes on tight from the start, stop and investigate—forcing it can gall threads or stretch a stud. Always start nuts by hand, then finish with a torque wrench to the factory spec listed in the owner’s handbook or service manual. After any wheel-off job, recheck torque after 50–100 kilometres, especially if the vehicle’s been off-road or carrying heavy loads.

• Clean the hub face and wheel mounting face so nothing interferes with clamping.
• Use a star pattern when tightening to seat the wheel evenly.
• Avoid relying solely on a rattle gun, final torque should be by hand with a calibrated wrench.
• Replace any nut with a deformed seat or damaged hex, and any stud with pulled threads, corrosion pitting, or if it spins in the hub.
• When fitting new studs, use quality high-tensile parts matched to the Pajero’s spec (commonly M12 x 1.5, but confirm by VIN/build data).

Replacing a damaged stud is straightforward for a technician: the old stud is pressed or driven out and the new one drawn in squarely, ensuring the serrations seat properly. It’s smart practice to replace the matching nut at the same time. For touring and weekend warriors alike, healthy studs and correctly torqued nuts are cheap insurance for the big lap or the next run down a rutted track.

Popular questions about 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero wheel studs & nuts

What size and thread are the wheel studs and nuts on a 2000 Pajero?
Most 2000 Pajero (NM/NP) models use a 6 x 139.7 mm PCD with studs that are typically M12 x 1.5 and tapered-seat nuts. Because variants and wheels can differ, confirm by VIN or check an existing nut’s thread pitch and seat style before ordering.

What torque should the wheel nuts be tightened to?
Follow the factory specification in the owner’s manual or service manual for your exact variant and wheel type. For this generation Pajero, workshops commonly use a figure in the vicinity of 100–120 N·m. Re-torque after 50–100 kilometres of driving, and avoid using only an impact gun for final tightening.

Can a single damaged wheel stud be replaced, or should all be done?
One damaged stud can be replaced on its own, but the technician should inspect the rest. If there’s thread galling, corrosion, or signs of stretch on multiple studs, replace the affected set on that hub and fit fresh matching nuts. It’s a safety-critical area—don’t risk it.