Parts for your 2009 Honda Cr-v-Wheel studs nuts

2009 Honda CR‑V wheel studs and nuts — what they do and how to look after them

For the 2009 Honda CR‑V, wheel studs and nuts absolutely apply. Honda’s 2007–2011 CR‑V Service Manual and dealer parts catalogues specify a five‑stud hub using M12 x 1.5 threaded studs with matching lug nuts, tightened to 108 N·m (80 lb‑ft). That confirms the CR‑V is built around a stud‑and‑nut setup rather than wheel bolts.

On this model, the studs are pressed into the hub and the nuts clamp the wheel to the hub face. The clamping force is what holds the wheel in place, the studs don’t “carry” the car by themselves. Getting the right torque matters because it sets the correct clamping load. Too loose can let the wheel fret and vibrate, too tight can stretch studs and distort brake rotors.

As part of routine servicing—especially with tyre rotations or brake work—it’s smart to check each stud and nut. Look for damaged or rusty threads, any signs of stretching, or chrome‑capped nuts that have swollen and no longer fit a socket properly. Cross‑threaded or seized nuts should be replaced, and any suspect stud should be pressed out and renewed. Use quality M12 x 1.5 replacements of the correct length and a 60‑degree tapered seat nut to match the factory wheels.

When refitting wheels, start every nut by hand to avoid cross‑threading, then tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench to 108 N·m. Rattle guns are handy but can easily over‑torque, if one’s used for removal or snugging, always finish with a torque wrench. Install nuts dry—no oil or anti‑seize on the threads or seats—so the torque value translates correctly into clamping force. After any wheel removal, re‑check torque after 50–100 km.

If a stud spins while tightening, the spline may have slipped in the hub flange, and the stud should be replaced. Driving near the coast or off‑road? Give the exposed stud ends a light corrosion check at each service. If any nut’s seat is scored or the hex is rounded, replace the nut, mixing seat styles (mag seat vs tapered) is a no‑go and can lead to loose wheels.

• Spec snapshot: 5x114.3 PCD, M12 x 1.5 studs, tapered‑seat nuts, torque 108 N·m (80 lb‑ft).
• Good practice: hand‑start, star‑pattern, torque wrench, re‑check after 50–100 km.

Popular questions about 2009 Honda CR‑V wheel studs and nuts

What’s the correct wheel nut torque for a 2009 CR‑V?
Honda specifies 108 N·m (80 lb‑ft). Tighten nuts in a star pattern and re‑check after 50–100 km of driving to make sure they’ve bedded in evenly.

What size are the studs and nuts on a 2009 CR‑V?
The CR‑V uses five M12 x 1.5 studs with tapered‑seat lug nuts. The wheel pattern is 5x114.3. Many OEM nuts take a 19 mm socket, but confirm your nut style before ordering replacements.

When should wheel studs be replaced?
Replace any stud that’s cross‑threaded, stretched, corroded, or has damaged splines, and always bin the matching nut. If a nut feels gritty or won’t torque smoothly, don’t force it—inspect and renew the hardware.