Parts for your 2009 Holden Commodore-Wheel studs nuts

2009 Holden Commodore wheel studs & nuts

Yes, wheel studs and nuts are relevant and used on the 2009 Holden Commodore (VE series). Technical references including the Holden VE Commodore Owner’s Manual (MY09, Wheels and Tyres section), the Holden VE Workshop/Service Manual (Wheel Stud Replacement procedures), and GM Holden/ACDelco parts catalogues all specify a five-stud hub using separate wheel nuts rather than wheel bolts. Major aftermarket catalogues for VE also list replacement studs and nuts by thread size and seating type, confirming fitment.

On the 2009 VE Commodore, the wheel studs are press-fitted into the hub and the wheels are secured with matching wheel nuts. The setup is simple, strong, and makes tyre rotations and roadside wheel changes straightforward. The studs provide clamping posts, while the nuts deliver the clamping force that keeps the wheel evenly seated against the hub. Typically the VE runs M12 x 1.5 studs with a 60° tapered-seat nut (always verify against the vehicle’s build and wheels).

As part of regular servicing, it pays to give the studs and nuts a quick once-over. Look for stretched threads, burrs, rust pitting, damaged seats, or nuts that don’t spin freely by hand. Any cross-threading or visible deformation means replace rather than risk it. If a stud has been over-torqued or a wheel’s been driven loose, consider replacing the affected studs and their partner nuts as a set on that hub.

When refitting wheels, clean the hub face and wheel mating surface so the nut torque translates into proper clamping rather than fighting debris. Do not lubricate the threads or seats unless a factory bulletin specifically instructs it, Holden/GM service literature expects clean, dry threads. Start nuts by hand, snug in a star pattern, then torque with a calibrated wrench to the factory spec (typically around 120 Nm on VE, but check the owner’s manual or tyre placard for your exact model/wheels). After any wheel-off service, recheck torque after a short drive.

Handy checks and tips:

• If a nut binds early, stop—inspect for cross-threading.
• A rattle gun is fine for removal, for installation, finish with a torque wrench.
• Replace any nut with a damaged taper or swollen cap, replace any stud showing thread pull or corrosion at the root.

Popular questions

What size and thread are the wheel nuts on a 2009 VE Commodore?
Most 2009 VE Commodores use M12 x 1.5 threads with a 60° tapered seat and a 19 mm hex closed-end nut. Variations can exist with certain wheels or trims, so it’s smart to confirm against the owner’s manual, the tyre placard, or a trusted parts catalogue before ordering replacements.

What’s the correct torque for VE Commodore wheel nuts?
Factory torque is generally in the 110–120 Nm range for VE, but always check the owner’s manual or tyre placard for the exact figure for your wheel and model. Use a torque wrench on clean, dry threads and tighten in a star pattern. Re-check torque after a short drive if wheels were recently removed.

When should wheel studs or nuts be replaced?
Replace them if threads are damaged, nuts won’t run on by hand, the taper seat is marred, or there’s visible rust pitting or stretching. After a wheel has been driven loose or a stud has been over-torqued, replace the affected hardware. It’s inexpensive insurance for wheel retention and brake performance.