Anti-theft nut: utility, assembly and price

The anti-theft nut can delay or even prevent theft of the car wheel. It fits over the rim, replacing one of the standard nuts. We install an anti-theft nut on each wheel to protect them all. Anti-theft nuts are sold with a key adapted to their shape, which allows them to be removed if necessary (puncture, tire changeEtc.).

⚙️ What is the anti-theft nut used for?

As the name implies,anti-theft nut it is an anti-theft device. Its role is protect your disks and Wheels preventing their theft. For this, the anti-theft nut secures the rim to the tire. It looks like any nut and attaches directly to the rim of the car, but it is designed to complicate and, if possible, prevent wheel theft.

To remove the anti-theft nut, you must have key what goes with. Therefore, the anti-theft nut is of particular interest to owners of expensive rims such as aluminum rims, as well as to any motorist who often leaves his car parked on the street.

There are two types of anti-theft nuts:

• Anti-theft nut internal imprint ;
• Anti-theft nut external fingerprint.

Anti-theft nuts with an internal recess are considered more effective. They have a special shape inside that is only compatible with one key, usually a flower or a star. On the outside, these anti-theft nuts are smooth and round, so a standard wrench has no clamp and therefore cannot loosen the nut.

The head of the anti-theft nut with an external recess is formed by blocks and grooves that prevent the nut from being unscrewed with a conventional wrench. However, it is possible to remove the nut with a tool that will hold its various surfaces well, but this will still delay and complicate wheel stealing, which may be enough to deter thieves.

📍 Where can I find an anti-theft nut?

You can buy your anti-theft nuts at car center (Norauto, Feu Vert, etc.), From your dealer or specialized shops in auto parts, as well as on the Internet. Locknuts are usually sold in sets of four screws and a matching wrench, but you can also find sets of five.

🔍 How to choose the right anti-theft nut?

There are many different lock nuts on the market. Before buying, you should choose them according to the following criteria:

• They should be adapted to your wheels : There are several standard anti-theft nuts and they must have a rod length that is compatible with your vehicle.
• They should be effective : The best anti-theft nuts are slotted nuts, which are more difficult to remove but also more expensive.
• They should be solid : Not all anti-theft nuts are made from the same material. They are more durable when made of steel.

So check if your anti-theft nuts fit your wheels (weight, size, etc.), and focus on quality and efficiency to optimize the safety of your tires and rims, even if you have to pay a little more to do so.

👨‍🔧 How to install the anti-theft nut?

Assembling the anti-theft nut is pretty simple, just replace one of the previous nuts on your wheels. However, you need to make sure the anti-theft nut is compatible with the wheels of your vehicle. After installing the anti-theft nut, all you have to do is repeat the procedure for each wheel.

Material:

• Anti-theft nuts
• Key

Step 1. Check the anti-theft nuts.

First of all, make sure your anti-theft nuts are compatible with your wheels. In particular, check the diameter, thread and length of the screws. Write down the number of your anti-theft nut kit so that you can recover the key if you lose it.

Step 2: Install the anti-theft nut

First remove the cap, if present, then unscrew one of the nuts on the wheel. Lubricate the screw threads, then screw the retainer into the hub. Start by hand in a clockwise direction, then tighten with a wrench. Tighten less than the original screw to avoid damaging the anti-theft nut imprint.

Step 3. Protect the rest of the wheels.

Repeat the operation on each wheel, replacing the standard nut with the retainer each time. Then store the key in the car so that the anti-theft nuts can be removed if necessary, for example in the event of a puncture. But avoid a glove box that is too obvious for cover.

Finally, replace the wheel caps if you have them. Drive about fifty kilometers and check that the anti-theft nuts are still tightened properly. Tighten them slightly if necessary.

🔧 How to remove the anti-theft nut?

The principle of operation of the anti-theft nut is that it cannot be disassembled with a universal head: it can usually only be removed with the help of key, sold with a set of nuts. If you lost your anti-theft nut key, you can get it. double with a link to the kit, which we advise you to keep carefully after purchase.

If you have the anti-theft nut wrench, you can disassemble it like a normal nut. Also available for purchase anti-theft nut pullerespecially if the nut was too tight, jammed or damaged.

💰 How much does the anti-theft nut cost?

The price of anti-theft nuts depends on the material from which they are made, as well as on the recess, external or internal. Anti-theft nuts with an internal groove are more expensive, but also more reliable. Calculate the average price from 20 to 50 € for a set of 4 anti-theft nuts and a key to remove them.

Now you know all about the benefits of the anti-theft nut! As you already understood, it is aimed at protecting your wheel from theft, which is intended not only for the most expensive rims, but also for bus new ones that attract thieves. We advise you to purchase the internal groove anti-theft nuts, which are the most reliable.