Parts for your 2009 Honda Elysion-Wheel studs nuts

2009 Honda Elysion wheel studs and nuts: what they do and how to look after them

Yes, the 2009 Honda Elysion uses wheel studs and nuts (not wheel bolts). This comes straight from Honda’s technical material: the Elysion’s factory parts catalogue diagrams for RR1–RR5 show five press-in wheel studs per hub with matching nuts, and the owner’s manual tyre-change section refers to tightening wheel “nuts” in a criss-cross pattern. Honda service literature for late-2000s models lists a typical wheel nut torque of about 108 N·m on M12 × 1.5 studs, which aligns with the Elysion’s setup.

On the Elysion, the studs are pressed into the hub and the nuts clamp the wheel and brake rotor securely to the hub face. That clamping force is what keeps the wheel true, the rotor centred, and everything safe under braking and cornering. Because the studs stay in the hub, wheel fitment is easier—just hang the wheel on the studs, then run the nuts on by hand before torquing.

As part of routine servicing or tyre rotations, it’s worth giving the wheel studs and nuts a once-over. Look for damaged or stretched threads, corrosion, or evidence of overheating from past over-tightening (blueing or distorted nuts). If a nut feels gritty or binds before seating, don’t force it—replace the nut and inspect the stud. A cross-threaded or spinning stud should be replaced, press-in studs are inexpensive and designed to be renewed.

Best practice on the Elysion is simple:

• Clean, dry threads only—no oil or anti-seize, as that alters torque.
• Start all nuts by hand, then torque evenly in a star pattern to about 108 N·m (check the vehicle label/manual).
• Avoid rattle guns for final tightening, use a torque wrench.
• Re-check torque after 50–100 km following a wheel-off service.

If replacing studs, the hub usually needs to be partially withdrawn so the old stud can be pressed out and a new OEM-spec M12 × 1.5 stud pressed in squarely. It’s smart to replace the matching nut at the same time. For alloy wheels, ensure the nuts have the correct 60° taper seat, mixing seat styles (e.g., mag-seat vs taper) can lead to loosening or wheel damage.

When looked after this way, the Elysion’s wheel studs and nuts deliver reliable clamping, quiet braking, and even tyre wear—exactly what’s wanted for family hauling around Aotearoa and Australia.

Popular questions about 2009 Honda Elysion wheel studs and nuts

What’s the correct torque for the wheel nuts?
Honda service guidance for late-2000s models with M12 × 1.5 studs is about 108 N·m. Use a torque wrench and tighten in a star pattern on clean, dry threads. If unsure, check the tyre information label or the owner’s manual for the exact figure.

Can a single damaged wheel stud be replaced?
Yes. A single press-in stud can be replaced without changing the entire hub. The hub is partially removed, the old stud pressed out, and a new one pressed in. Replace the nut too, and inspect the rest for damage if a wheel has been over-torqued.

Are the wheel nuts the same for steel and alloy wheels?
Most OEM Elysion wheels use a 60° taper (acorn/bulge) nut. Some aftermarket wheels may need specific seats or washers. Always match the nut seat to the wheel seat type—don’t mix mag-seat hardware with taper-seat wheels.