Parts for your 2007 Holden Commodore-Wheel studs nuts

2007 Holden Commodore wheel studs and nuts

Technical references confirm the 2007 Holden Commodore (VE) uses wheel studs and nuts, not wheel bolts. The Holden VE Owner’s Handbook (2006–2007) details tightening “wheel nuts” in a star pattern and specifies torque, while the Holden VE Service Manual (Chassis and Suspension – Wheels and Tyres) and GM Global EPC list both “Wheel Stud” and “Wheel Nut” for VE hubs. Typical fitment is 5 studs on a 5x120 PCD hub with M12 x 1.5 right‑hand thread studs and tapered-seat (60°) wheel nuts, torqued to around 120 Nm as per handbook guidance.

On a 2007 Commodore, the wheel studs and nuts do the critical job of clamping each wheel securely to the hub. Five press‑in steel studs are splined into the hub flange, and the matching wheel nuts provide the clamping force when torqued correctly. That secure clamping keeps brake rotors true, prevents wheel wobble, and ensures tyres wear evenly. Because they’re safety‑critical, a quick check of studs and nuts belongs in any regular service or tyre rotation.

What to look for during servicing:

• Damaged or stretched studs, rolled or corroded threads, or nuts that won’t run on smoothly by hand.
• Distorted seats on nuts or mismatched seat type (VE uses 60° taper, not ball seat).
• Persistent loss of torque, clicking under load, or a wheel that won’t centre cleanly.

Good practice when working on them:

1. Clean the hub face and wheel mounting face, remove rust and debris.
2. Start nuts by hand, then snug them in a criss‑cross pattern before final torque.
3. Torque to the handbook spec (about 120 Nm for VE) with a quality torque wrench. Don’t “rattle-gun” to finish.
4. Re‑check torque after 50–100 km following wheel removal.
5. Avoid lubricating threads or seats unless the manufacturer explicitly calls for it, as it alters clamping force.

Replacing a damaged stud is straightforward: the hub is supported, the old stud is pressed or driven out, and a new stud is pulled in squarely using a spacer/washer and a sacrificial nut, or pressed in on the bench. If several studs on one hub are compromised, it’s often smarter to replace the lot. Always match thread size and seat type, and use quality components. With proper torque and occasional inspections during tyre rotations, the VE’s studs and nuts will give years of hassle‑free service.

Popular questions

What’s the correct wheel nut torque for a 2007 Holden Commodore?
Most VE models specify around 120 Nm. Always check the Owner’s Handbook or service data for the exact figure by variant and wheel type. After refitting a wheel, re‑torque after 50–100 km to be safe.

What thread size and seat type does a VE Commodore use?
It commonly runs M12 x 1.5 right‑hand thread studs with 60‑degree tapered (conical) seat nuts on a 5x120 PCD hub. If using aftermarket wheels, confirm the seat style and nut length to ensure proper clamping and hub clearance.

Can individual wheel studs be replaced, or should they be done in sets?
Individual studs can be replaced, and that’s fine for isolated damage. If multiple studs on the same hub show wear or corrosion, replacing them as a set is sensible. If studs spin in the hub or the splines are damaged, the hub may need repair or replacement.