Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Wheel studs nuts

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross wheel studs and nuts

Yes, wheel studs and nuts are relevant and used on the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Technical sources including the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Owner’s Manual (AU/NZ editions) and the Mitsubishi Workshop/Service Manual for the model detail five wheel studs pressed into each hub with matching conical-seat wheel nuts, and specify torque checks for the wheel nuts after wheel service. These manuals describe the studded hub design front and rear, confirming that the Eclipse Cross does not use wheel bolts.

On this model, the wheel studs and nuts do the heavy lifting of clamping the wheel and brake rotor securely to the hub. The hub locates the wheel, but it’s the stud-and-nut clamping force that keeps everything tight while cornering, braking, and hitting bumps out on Aussie and Kiwi roads. If a nut loosens, threads get damaged, or a stud is stretched, that clamping force drops and you can wind up with wheel wobble, brake pulsation, or in the worst case, a wheel coming loose.

As part of regular servicing or whenever tyres are rotated, the wheel nuts should be tightened evenly in a star pattern to the factory torque shown in the Eclipse Cross owner’s manual or tyre placard. After any wheel removal, it’s good practice to recheck torque after 50–100 kilometres. On modern Mitsubishis the threads are normally installed dry—avoid lubricants unless Mitsubishi specifies otherwise, because lube can change the torque-tension relationship.

Inspection is straightforward. Look for:

• Damaged, rusty, or cross-threaded studs and nuts.
• Bulged or deformed cap nuts, rounded hexes, or mismatched seat types (the Eclipse Cross uses 60° conical seats).
• Shiny “pulled” threads on studs, or nuts that run too far without resistance—signs of stretch.

Replacement of a faulty stud is a routine job: the brake caliper and rotor come off, the old stud is pressed or driven out from the hub flange, and a new OEM-spec stud is drawn in squarely. It’s wise to replace the matching nut and, if several are suspect, do them as a set. Hand-start every nut before using a torque wrench, avoid hammering away with a rattle gun, which can over-torque or gall the threads. For touring or outback work, keeping a couple of spare studs and nuts in the kit isn’t a bad shout.

Popular questions

What’s the correct wheel nut torque for a 2017 Eclipse Cross?

The exact torque is listed in the owner’s manual and on the tyre placard in the vehicle. Use a calibrated torque wrench and tighten in a star pattern. If in doubt, ask a Mitsubishi dealer or trusted tyre shop to confirm the factory figure for your wheel and trim.

Can I use anti-seize on Eclipse Cross wheel studs?

Generally no. Mitsubishi specifies dry, clean threads for accurate torque. Anti-seize can alter clamping force for a given torque reading. Only use lubricants if the service information specifically allows it and always adjust torque accordingly.

How do I know if a wheel stud needs replacing?

Replace any stud with chewed, flattened, or rusty threads, a bent shank, or one that allows the nut to spin without reaching torque. If a nut has been cross-threaded or severely over-tightened, bin the nut and the stud together to keep things safe.