ARE LOCKING WHEEL NUTS UNIVERSAL?
Are Locking Wheel Nuts Universal? The short answer is 'No'.
Each vehicle manufacturer installs different locking wheel nuts for each vehicle model. They're not interchangeable between different brands, so, for instance, you can't use a BMW Locking Wheel Nut Key on a FORD and vice versa. This is to ensure that no one can steal the wheels/tyres. The ‘Locking Wheel Nut Key' is the special tool required in order to remove the locking wheel nuts. The individual ‘Locking Wheel Nut Key’ is inserted into each of the locking wheel nuts, which can then be turned and removed. Once your vehicle service work is complete, the ‘Locking Wheel Nut Key’ is then used again to re-install and tighten the locking wheel nuts back on the wheels.
WHAT DOES A 'LOCKING WHEEL NUT' LOOK LIKE?
Locking wheel nuts come in various designs. Although there are six main manufacturing styles of locking wheel nuts, there are literally thousands of different locking wheel nut combinations available.
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Our Guide Below Explains The Six Main Types of Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
Type 1 | Keyed Head Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
The majority of locking wheel nuts have a keyed head to the locking wheel nut. The locking wheel nut key shares this same keyed security pattern which slots into the keyed head of the locking wheel nut.
Type 2 | Rotating Collar Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
This type of locking wheel nut/bolt has a rotating collar which is designed to spin around the wheel nut preventing its removal with any other tool other that the correct matching locking wheel nut key
Type 3 | Combination Flange Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
This type of locking wheel nut has a combination flange located around the base of the nut. The projecting collar, or rib on the matching locking wheel nut key fits over the nut and engages into the flange in order to remove the locking wheel nuts.
Type 4 | Sheer Head Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
Sheer head locking wheel nuts/bolts are typically found on Peugeot and Citroen vehicles. This type of locking wheel bolt is designed to “sheer-off” if any tool other than the matching locking wheel nut key is used in an attempt to remove it.
Type 5 | Spline/Ribe Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
This locking wheel nut/bolt style has splines or ribs on either the inside or outer circumference of the wheel nut/bolt that the locking wheel nut key engages into. This design is fitted to early Audi, BMW, Seat, Skoda and VW vehicles.
Type 6 | Tuner Style Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
Tuner Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts are different to regular locking wheel nuts and feature a slimmer head diameter for use with alloy wheels that have a tuning rim. These type of alloys have multiple slim-line nut holes that are smaller than those found on regular rims - this design is very common with Japanese/South Asian alloys or Aftermarket Rims/Alloys. The tuner locking wheel nuts/bolts require an extended locking wheel nut key to tighten and loosen the fixings.
How Do I Get a Replacement Locking Wheel Nut Key?
So you’ve looked everywhere but can’t find your locking wheel nut key! Don’t worry we can supply you with a Replacement Locking Wheel Nut Key. We cover most vehicles including cars and vans. Unlike Main Dealers WE DO NOT REQUIRE THE SECURITY KEY CODE. Follow our simple step-by-step process below.
Step 1: Purchase your new Locking Wheel Nut Key
Go to our 'Checkout/Shop Page' page to purchase your 'Locking Wheel Nut Key'. If you have a 'Security Key Code' you can enter it there. If you don't have a 'Security Key Code' follow 'STEP’S 2 & 3 below
Step 2: Provide an image of one of your Locking Wheel Nuts/Bolts
Take an image of one of your Security Nuts/Bolts on the wheel with your mobile phone. Take the image close-up and face-on, so that we can see the Security Pattern clearly (example image on the 'FAQ PAGE'
Step 3: Provide proof of ‘Keeper/or Ownership of the vehicle
If you do NOT have a security key code; please take an image of your 'Proof of Keeper or Driver' Document and 'ID'. For a list of acceptable documents, please refer to the 'FAQ PAGE'
Don't worry, if you can't find your Locking Wheel Nut Key, we can supply most vehicles Locking Wheel Nut Keys - We don't require the unique security code either. Simply follow our '3 Step Process' and purchase your wheel lock now 'Checkout/Shop Page'
We can provide Locking Wheel Nut Keys for most vehicle Manufacturers as follows - if your vehicle isn't listed please get in touch:-
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