Parts for your 2018 Suzuki Splash-Wheel studs nuts

2018 Suzuki Splash wheel studs and nuts

Based on Suzuki’s own technical literature and parts data, the 2018 Suzuki Splash uses traditional wheel studs and nuts rather than wheel bolts. Suzuki’s Splash/Swift platform documentation (Wheels and Tyres section of the workshop manual) specifies “wheel nuts” with a tightening torque in the typical Suzuki range around 100 N·m, and the Suzuki Electronic Parts Catalogue for Splash lists separate wheel hub studs and matching wheel nuts for the 4×100 hub. Independent repair guides covering the Splash/Swift family also describe refitting wheels to studs and tightening wheel nuts. Put simply, wheel studs and nuts are relevant and fitted to the 2018 Suzuki Splash.

On this little Suzuki, the wheel studs are the threaded pins pressed into the hub, and the wheel nuts clamp the wheel to the hub face. It’s a simple, robust setup that makes wheel changes a breeze roadside and keeps clamping force consistent. The Splash runs a common 4×100 PCD with a 60° tapered (conical) seat nut, so sticking with the right seat style is key for proper centring and safe clamping.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to give the studs and nuts a quick once-over. Look for stretched threads, rust pitting, or any nut that winds on roughly — that’s a red flag for cross‑threading. Replace any damaged stud or nut straight away, they’re inexpensive and designed to be swapped individually. When wheels have been off, clean the hub face and the wheel’s mating surface so there’s no paint build-up or corrosion that could cause a wobble or a loss of torque.

Torque matters. After refitting, tighten the wheel nuts in a star pattern to the specified torque (around 100 N·m is typical for Suzuki passenger models — check the under‑bonnet label or owner’s manual for the exact figure). Re‑check torque after 50–100 km of driving. Avoid lubricating the threads or the nut seats, oil or anti‑seize can over‑stress the studs by altering the clamping force for a given torque. A tiny dab of high‑temp anti‑seize on the hub spigot (not the studs) can help prevent the wheel sticking to the hub in coastal or high‑humidity areas of Australia and New Zealand.

If you’re fitting new wheels, confirm they’re 4×100 with the correct centre bore and a 60° taper seat, and use quality nuts that match the Suzuki thread pitch. Properly looked after, the Splash’s studs and nuts will give years of drama‑free service.

• Inspect studs/nuts each tyre rotation or brake service
• Clean mating faces, no grease on threads or seats
• Tighten in a star pattern to spec and re‑torque after 50–100 km

Popular questions about 2018 Suzuki Splash wheel studs and nuts

What size and torque are the wheel nuts on a 2018 Suzuki Splash?
The Splash uses conical‑seat wheel nuts on 4×100 hubs. The hex size is commonly 19 mm, with a factory torque in the ballpark of 100 N·m. Always confirm the exact torque in the owner’s handbook or service data for your specific trim.

Can a damaged wheel stud be replaced individually?
Yes. Each stud is a press‑in part on the hub. A technician can knock out the damaged stud and press in a new one without replacing the whole hub, then refit with a new matching wheel nut.

Should anti‑seize be used on wheel studs or nuts?
No. Keep studs and nut seats dry and clean. Lubricants change friction and can lead to over‑tightening. If corrosion is a concern, a light smear of anti‑seize on the hub spigot only (not on threads or seats) helps prevent the wheel sticking to the hub.