Lengüetas de Rueda para Ford Edge

Ford Edge Wheel Lugs

You want to be sure your Ford Edge is properly tuned at all times. Lug nuts need to be replaced from time to time. Its important to understand their purpose and how to buy the right lug nut for your wheels.

What are wheel lug nuts?

Lug nuts are what keeps a wheel in place on the axle. The lug, also referred to as a lug nut, secures to the wheel stud, which is on the axles of the SUV. Typically, there are five or six lug nuts per wheel on a Ford Edge.

Why would lug nuts need to be replaced?

There are a number of reasons why you may want to replace the bolts on your all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive vehicle.

  • One was misplaced when changing a tire.
  • They became damaged.
  • They are changed for aesthetic purposes.
  • They are missing for other reasons.
How are the parts installed?

Lug nuts are installed by removing existing lug nuts. A torque wrench is used to loosen the nuts. From there, they can be twisted off by hand. New lug nuts go on after the wheel is already in place. The nuts are secured to the threaded wheel studs. They are then tightened using the torque wrench to ensure that the wheel is properly secured to the axle. This should be done on a lift, one at a time.

What is OEM?

OEM is a term that means "Original Equipment Manufacturer." Some lugs are identified as being OEM because they are made by the company that originally manufactured the bolts for Ford. They are likely what came with the Ford Edge when you bought the vehicle from the dealership. The opposite of OEM is aftermarket, which could include a number of different manufacturers. These will fit your Ford, though they wont be the exact same design and composition as what was originally in place.

How do you buy wheel lug nuts?

When you are in need of a lug nut, either to make a replacement or to have a few on hand if something happens, its important to know how to buy them.

  • Model year and trim level: Identify the model year and trim level to ensure you get the lug bolts designed to fit the wheel studs.
  • Quantity: Determine if you need one, four, or a larger quantity to have in case of losing one.
  • Material: Chrome-plated, aluminum, and steel are some of the materials used to make a lug nut.
  • Design: Some lug bolts will have a design on the very front for aesthetic purposes.

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