Produkt overview
The Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nut is an OE FIX replacement designed to address common issues found in original equipment two-piece lug nuts. This product features a durable one-piece, carbon steel construction, engineered to prevent premature failure, corrosion, and deformation often associated with two-piece designs. It is compatible with select vehicle models, ensuring a reliable and long-lasting solution for wheel fastening.
Nøglefunktioner omfatter:
- Forbedret design: Direct replacement with a one-piece lug nut design, eliminating the failure points of two-piece factory designs.
- Korrosionsbestandig: Constructed from solid carbon steel with a corrosion-resistant finish, preventing moisture and rust from causing bulging or deformation.
- Grundigt testet: Each part undergoes proof load, salt spray, hardness, and thread check testing to meet strict quality standards.
- Quality Engineering: Designed in the United States, backed by extensive automotive aftermarket experience.

Image: A single Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nut, showcasing its chrome finish and robust design.
Opsætning og installation
Proper installation of wheel nuts is crucial for vehicle safety and performance. Always refer to your vehicle's service manual for specific torque specifications and tightening sequences. The following are general guidelines:
- Sikkerhed først: Park the vehicle on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and use wheel chocks. Loosen lug nuts slightly before lifting the vehicle.
- Lift and Support: Use a jack to lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
- Remove Old Nuts: Fully remove the existing wheel nuts and the wheel.
- Efterse komponenter: Clean any rust or debris from the wheel studs, wheel mounting surface, and the back of the wheel. Inspect studs for damage.
- Install Wheel: Mount the wheel onto the hub, ensuring it sits flush against the mounting surface.
- Hand-Tighten Nuts: Thread the new Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nuts onto the studs by hand. Do not use power tools for initial tightening to avoid cross-threading.
- Snug Nuts: Using a lug wrench, snug the nuts in a star pattern (for 5-lug wheels) or criss-cross pattern (for 4-lug wheels) until they are finger-tight.
- Lavere køretøj: Lower the vehicle until the tires just touch the ground, but the full weight is not on the wheels.
- Torque Nuts: Using a calibrated torque wrench, tighten the nuts to the manufacturer's specified torque setting, again following a star or criss-cross pattern. This ensures even pressure distribution.
- Final Lowering: Fully lower the vehicle and remove the jack and jack stands.
- Re-torque Check: After driving approximately 50-100 miles, re-check the torque of all wheel nuts to ensure they remain properly tightened.

Image: A visual comparison illustrating the improved one-piece design of Dorman OE FIX lug nuts versus a problematic two-piece OEM design.
Drift
Once properly installed and torqued, the Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nuts securely fasten your vehicle's wheels to the hub. They are designed for reliable performance under normal driving conditions. No specific operational steps are required beyond ensuring correct installation.
Opretholdelse
Regular maintenance helps ensure the longevity and safety of your wheel nuts:
- Periodisk eftersyn: During tire rotations or other wheel-related service, visually inspect the wheel nuts for any signs of damage, corrosion, or deformation.
- Renhed: Keep the wheel nuts clean from dirt, salt, and other road contaminants. A mild soap and water solution can be used, followed by thorough drying.
- Undgå barske kemikalier: Do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals that could damage the chrome finish or the integrity of the nut material.
- Korrekt værktøj: Always use the correct size socket and a torque wrench for removal and installation to prevent rounding the hex or over-tightening.
Fejlfinding af almindelige problemer
Original equipment (OE) two-piece lug nuts are prone to several issues that the Dorman OE FIX one-piece design resolves. These problems typically arise from the construction where a thin decorative cap is crimped over a steel wheel nut.
Problem: Swollen or Deformed Lug Nuts
The thin chrome cap on two-piece lug nuts can become damaged or separate from the steel core due to repeated use of impact tools, or exposure to moisture and road salt. This leads to rust forming between the cap and the nut, causing the cap to swell or deform. When this happens, standard sockets may no longer fit, making wheel removal difficult or impossible without specialized tools or damaging the wheel.
Dorman OE FIX Solution: One-Piece Construction
The Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nut is engineered as a single, solid piece of carbon steel. This eliminates the problematic two-piece design, preventing the issues of swelling, deformation, and cap separation. The robust construction ensures consistent fit with standard sockets and provides superior resistance to corrosion, offering a more reliable and durable solution than the original equipment.
Video: This video from Dorman Products explains the common issues with two-piece lug nuts and introduces the Dorman OE FIX one-piece solution. It demonstrates how two-piece lug nuts can swell and deform, making them difficult to remove, and highlights the durability of the one-piece design.

Billede: En detaljeret view of the Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nut, emphasizing its solid construction and finish.
Specifikationer
| Attribut | Detalje |
|---|---|
| Mærke | Dorman |
| Modelnummer | 611-087 |
| Materiale | Legeret stål, kulstofstål |
| Fastgørelsestype | Låse |
| Trådstørrelse | M12-1.50 |
| Udvendig finish | Machined, Chrome Finish |
| Farve | Chrome |
| Varens vægt | 0.08 Pounds (approx. 1.28 ounces per nut) |
| Trådtype | Iso Metric |
| Inside Thread Size | M12 x 1.5 |
| Thread Class | 9 |
| Emne diameter | 12 millimeter |
| Maximum Shear Strength | 350 MPa |
| UPC | 019495611875 |
Hvad er der i æsken
- 10 Wheel Lug Nuts (Dorman 611-087)
Garanti og support
Dorman Products are designed and manufactured to high-quality standards. For specific warranty information regarding the Dorman 611-087 Wheel Nut, please refer to the packaging or contact Dorman customer service directly. Dorman provides technical support to assist with product inquiries, installation questions, and troubleshooting.
You can visit the official Dorman website or contact their technical support team for further assistance. The Dorman technical support team is always available to help.

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