Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer-Wheel studs nuts

2017 Mitsubishi Lancer wheel studs and nuts

Yes, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer uses wheel studs and nuts, not wheel bolts. This is confirmed across Mitsubishi’s CJ/CF Workshop Manual (2015–2017) in the Wheels and Tyres section, the Owner’s Handbook for the same generation, and the OEM parts catalogue. Those sources specify M12 x 1.5 studs with matching conical-seat wheel nuts and a factory tightening torque of 98 N·m.

The job of the studs and nuts is simple but critical: clamp the wheel securely to the hub so the brake rotor and wheel rotate as one, keeping tyre contact consistent and steering feel tight. The Lancer’s hub is hub-centric (67.1 mm centre bore) with a 5 x 114.3 mm PCD, and the studs provide the clamping force while the hub spigot locates the wheel centrally for low vibration and even load sharing.

As part of routine servicing or any wheel-off work (like tyre rotations or brake jobs), wheel studs and nuts deserve a quick once-over. Clean the threads, make sure nuts spin on by hand, and always tighten with a torque wrench to 98 N·m on clean, dry threads. Avoid lubricants or anti-seize on the threads, as this alters clamping force. Use a star pattern when tightening, and recheck torque after 50–100 km of driving.

• Common signs they need attention: cross-threaded or rusty threads, nuts that won’t seat smoothly, a stud that spins in the hub, or a stretched/snapped stud after previous over-tightening.
• Replacement basics: Lancer studs are press-in types from the rear of the hub flange. Damaged studs should be knocked/pressed out and new OEM-quality studs pressed in squarely. Replace any suspect nuts at the same time.
• Wheel nut style: use 60-degree tapered (conical) seat nuts matched to the wheel seat. Don’t mix mag-seat or spherical-seat nuts with standard Lancer alloys/steels.

A quick torque check at each service or every 10,000 km is cheap insurance against loose wheels and warped rotors. Gentle use of tools helps too—rattle guns are fine for removal, but a torque wrench should finish the job. These small habits keep the Lancer’s wheels tight, straight, and drama-free on Aussie and Kiwi roads.

Popular questions about 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer wheel studs and nuts

What’s the correct wheel nut torque for a 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Mitsubishi specifies 98 N·m on clean, dry threads for the CJ/CF Lancer. Use a star pattern to tighten, then recheck after 50–100 km, especially after tyre rotations or brake work. If running aftermarket wheels, follow the same torque unless the wheel maker advises otherwise, and always match the correct seat type.

What thread and seat type does it use?
The Lancer uses M12 x 1.5 studs with 60-degree conical-seat wheel nuts. The vehicle’s pattern is 5 x 114.3 mm with a 67.1 mm centre bore. Using the correct conical-seat nuts prevents fretting, vibration, and loosening.

When should studs or nuts be replaced?
Replace them if threads are damaged, nuts are rounded, studs are stretched/snapped, or corrosion is heavy. Any stud that spins in the hub needs attention immediately. It’s good practice to fit a new nut when a stud is replaced, and to inspect them at each service or whenever a wheel comes off.