Ford Escape Wheel Lugs
You can find Ford Escape wheel lugs in a wide variety of types and finishes. If you have lost or damaged a factory part, replacements are readily available. If you are giving your ride a whole new look with stylish rims, an upgraded lug nut set will provide the finishing touch.
What is the purpose of wheel lugs?These are parts that fasten over the wheel studs of the vehicle to hold the wheel onto the axle. Besides just attaching the rim, the lug nuts also keep it in the position specified for the optimal performance of that vehicle.
What is the bolt pattern of a Ford Escape?The bolt pattern of your Escape will depend on its year of manufacture. The models produced before 2013 have a pattern of 5x114.3. Models produced since 2013 have a pattern of 5x108.
The first number of the pattern is the number of lug nuts on each wheel, so the Ford Escape has five, regardless of when it was manufactured. The second number of the pattern refers to the diameter of the circle formed by the nuts. It is measured through the center of each wheel stud. The lug nuts on your Ford Escape will form a circle that is either 108 or 114.3 millimeters in diameter.
What is the difference between standard and locking lug nuts?A standard lug nut can be tightened and loosened by any wrench of the right size. This type is usually what comes on the Escape from the factory. A locking lug nut requires a key to remove it from the rim. The point of locking lug nuts is to prevent the rims from being stolen. It is only necessary to have one locking nut per rim. They are usually sold in sets of four with one key that fits all four.
What are the features of wheel lug nuts?Thread: If you are replacing the lug nuts, you must make sure they match the threading pattern of the wheel studs. Most Escapes have 12x1.5 nuts. This means that the studs are 12 millimeters in diameter, and the threads are 1.5 millimeters apart.
Seat: The seat of the lug nut is the end that fits against the wheel. On a Ford Escape, they typically have a conical seat. Parts with a different seat may fit onto the studs, but they will not tighten down in a way that holds the rim on safely.
Dimension: The overall length and diameter of the wheel lug nuts can vary. Some must be very short to fit under a hubcap. Others can be two or more inches long. The diameter that you need can depend on the rim you choose. Some rims have only a narrow opening for them to fit through.
Color: You can find lug nuts in finishes that range from subtle to flashy. A black powder finish blends in with black rims, while polished chrome catches the sun. You can also find colors from red to blue to gold to suit the look you want for your vehicle.