Parts for your 2017 Subaru Xv-Wheel studs nuts

2017 Subaru XV wheel studs & nuts — what they do and how to look after them

Wheel studs and nuts absolutely apply to the 2017 Subaru XV. Technical references including the Subaru Owner’s Manual (wheels and tyres section), the Subaru Factory Service Manual for the GP-series XV (hub/axle and wheels sections), and the Subaru electronic parts catalogue all show a five-stud hub using press-in M12 x 1.25 wheel studs with 60° taper (acorn) wheel nuts. These sources also specify tightening the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to a defined torque, confirming the XV uses studs-and-nuts rather than wheel bolts.

On this XV, the studs are pressed into the hub from the rear and the wheel is secured by five nuts. Simple, strong, and easy to service — perfect for Aussie and Kiwi conditions. Their job is to clamp the wheel flat against the hub face so the tyre runs true, brakes behave properly, and there’s no wobble or vibration at speed.

For servicing, the big ticket item is torque. The typical Subaru spec for this model is 120 N·m on clean, dry threads and seats, always tighten in a star pattern and recheck after 50–100 km if the wheels have been off. The factory literature calls for no lubrication on the threads or seat — just clean and dry — because oil or anti-seize can alter clamping force. If the vehicle sees beach work or heavy corrosion, clean the studs and the wheel’s taper seats thoroughly before refitting.

Damaged, stretched, or rusty studs should be replaced. Replacement involves removing the brake caliper and rotor to access the hub, pressing or drawing the old stud out, and pulling a new stud in square with a suitable installer tool and a sacrificial nut/washer stack. Avoid hammering—it's easy to damage the hub or wheel bearing. If multiple studs on one corner are compromised, sort them together rather than one at a time.

Other handy checks:

• Make sure the wheel’s taper matches the OEM 60° seat, don’t mix mag-seat nuts on taper-seat wheels.
• Inspect wheel nut hexes, rounded nuts should be binned.
• Keep the hub face and wheel mounting surface free of paint runs, rust scale, or debris to maintain proper clamping.

Done right, the XV’s studs and nuts will deliver reliable clamping and drama-free wheel changes for years.

Popular questions about 2017 Subaru XV wheel studs & nuts

What’s the correct wheel nut torque for a 2017 Subaru XV?
Most factory sources for this model specify 120 N·m on clean, dry threads. Tighten in a criss-cross pattern, then recheck after 50–100 km if a wheel was removed or rotated. If using aftermarket wheels, confirm the seat style and torque guidance from the wheel maker as well.

Should wheel nuts be lubricated?
Subaru’s factory guidance is to install wheel nuts dry on clean threads and seats. Lubrication changes friction and can over-clamp the wheel for a given torque. If corrosion control is necessary, keep any protectant off the threads and taper seats, and stick with the dry-torque spec.

Can a broken wheel stud be replaced at home?
Yes, with the right tools. The brake caliper and rotor usually need to come off for access. The old stud is pressed out and the new one is drawn in square with a stud installer or press. If tools or experience are limited, a workshop can do the job quickly without risking the hub or bearing.