Locking Lug
01-18-19, 07:21 AM
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Locking Lug
I have a CPO 2012 LS, have had it for nine months. Each wheel has one locking lug nut on the wheel. The “key” to remove the locking lug nut was in a Lexus plastic bag with the spare tire. I could not find the four regular lug nuts that would replace the four locking lug nuts if you chose to do so. My experience, cars came with the “key” and four regular lug nuts all together in one package. I do not want any of these locking lugs on the vehicle.
My question: does typically Lexus include the four regular lug nuts with their vehicles from the factory?
No one is going to steal my wheels and I don’t want to take a chance of being stranded and not able to get a wheel off.
Always thought this whole idea was ridiculous.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
My question: does typically Lexus include the four regular lug nuts with their vehicles from the factory?
No one is going to steal my wheels and I don’t want to take a chance of being stranded and not able to get a wheel off.
Always thought this whole idea was ridiculous.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
01-18-19, 08:08 AM
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Twice over the years, my nearby Toyota dealer has given me 4 shiny new lugs to accomplish what you're after.
I believe most locking lug sets are "Dealer enhancements" which result in drawers full of brand new "takeoff" nuts in the service shop.
Can't say for sure if any Toyota product matches LS460 (my experience was LS430 x 2).
Maybe a Lex dealer would be so acomodating.
I believe most locking lug sets are "Dealer enhancements" which result in drawers full of brand new "takeoff" nuts in the service shop.
Can't say for sure if any Toyota product matches LS460 (my experience was LS430 x 2).
Maybe a Lex dealer would be so acomodating.
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01-18-19, 10:04 AM
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Years ago, I bought a used Miata and had the same issue. A Mazda dealer used their "master key" and took them off and sold me a set of 4 nuts. I was semi-shocked that the service guys didn't ask for any proof of purchase or ownership to unlock the wheels (and I was new to that dealership... they didn't know me from Jack).
01-18-19, 10:37 AM
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I asked my local Lexus dealer about "spare" nuts to replace the keyed ones and they claimed not to have any. I'll try my Toyota dealer and see if they are more helpful. Locking lugnuts on these cars are ridiculous. By all means steal the wheels and tires I have insurance for that.
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