Parts for your 2014 Volkswagen Amarok-Wheel studs nuts

2014 Volkswagen Amarok — Are wheel studs and nuts used?

For the 2014 Volkswagen Amarok, wheel studs and nuts aren’t used. Volkswagen’s factory service information and common wheel-fitment catalogues list the Amarok (2H) as running M14 x 1.5 wheel bolts that screw directly into the hub, not separate studs with nuts. That’s a typical European design choice and it’s consistent across most VW platforms of the era.

Why does the Amarok use wheel bolts instead of studs and nuts? It comes down to manufacturing approach and hub-centric design. The hub spigot carries the wheel’s weight and locates the rim, the bolts simply clamp the wheel to the hub. This setup simplifies parts count (no pressed-in studs), keeps threads protected inside the hub, and suits VW’s assembly processes. It’s also perfectly robust for towing and load-carrying when the correct bolts, seat type and torque are used.

For owners, that means when the wheels come off for tyres, brakes or rotations, they’ll be refitted with wheel bolts. A guide pin makes refitting easier, and the correct bolt seat must match the wheel. Genuine VW Amarok rims typically use ball-seat bolts, while many aftermarket wheels require 60° cone-seat bolts — mixing seat types is unsafe. Torque should follow Volkswagen’s spec in the owner’s manual or workshop data, for M14 Amarok applications it’s commonly around 180 Nm, applied to clean, dry threads unless the workshop procedure specifies otherwise. Re-check torque after 50–100 km following a wheel-off service.

If someone prefers studs and nuts, stud-conversion kits do exist, but they’re a modification. They must match the hub thread, length and wheel seat, be installed correctly with suitable threadlocker, and comply with local rules. In Australia and New Zealand, always consider roadworthy/WOF requirements and insurer notification before modifying the wheel fastening system.

• Fastener type on 2014 Amarok: Wheel bolts (M14 x 1.5), not studs and nuts.
• Match the bolt seat to the wheel: OEM often ball-seat, many aftermarket rims use cone-seat.
• Use the specified torque and re-check after short running.
• Avoid lubricating threads unless a service bulletin says otherwise, keep hub faces clean.

Popular questions about 2014 Volkswagen Amarok wheel studs/nuts

Does a 2014 Amarok use wheel studs and nuts?

No — it uses wheel bolts that screw into the hub. The Amarok’s hub-centric design clamps the wheel with M14 x 1.5 bolts. Make sure the bolt seat matches the wheel (OEM is typically ball-seat, many aftermarket wheels are cone-seat), and tighten to the VW-specified torque.

Can a 2014 Amarok be converted to wheel studs and nuts?

Yes, with a stud-conversion kit that threads into the hub, but it’s a modification. The studs must be the correct thread and length, the nuts must match the wheel seat, and installation should follow the kit maker’s guidance. Check Australian/NZ roadworthy or WOF requirements and advise your insurer before converting.

What torque and maintenance apply for the Amarok’s wheel fasteners?

Follow Volkswagen’s torque spec in the manual or workshop data, Amarok M14 applications are commonly around 180 Nm. Start bolts by hand, tighten in a star pattern, keep hub faces clean and dry, and re-check torque after 50–100 km. Replace any damaged, stretched or rusty bolts and always match the bolt seat to the wheel.