Wabco 8997000024 Plastic Wheel Lug Nut Cover

Description

This Wabco plastic wheel lug nut cover is a component used in air brake systems to protect lug nuts and provide a clean, finished appearance. It's designed for use in various commercial vehicle applications. This cover meets OE specifications, ensuring a reliable fit and performance, and is manufactured to the dimensions of 31 x 34 x 27 mm. Its robust plastic construction offers durability and resistance to the elements.

Key Features & Benefits

These little guys are pretty simple – they just snap right over your lug nuts. They're made of plastic, usually a pretty durable polymer, and designed to protect the lug nuts themselves and the surrounding wheel area from things like road grime, water, and even just general wear and tear. Some are purely cosmetic, designed to give a cleaner look to your wheels. Think of them as a little bit of defense for your wheel fasteners. On vehicles with air brake systems, and especially in tougher environments – think lots of salt on the roads in winter, or if you’re doing a lot of off – road or construction work – these covers help prevent corrosion. They also keep dirt from getting into the threads, which can make it a pain to get the lug nuts off later. They aren’t a load – bearing part, so they don't affect how the wheel is secured.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Honestly, if they fall off, it's not catastrophic. You’ll notice if a lot of them are missing, and you’ll probably start seeing rust forming on the lug nuts themselves. But keeping them in good shape—replacing cracked or missing ones—helps extend the life of your lug nuts. Replacing lug nuts can be a real headache, since they have to be tightened to a precise torque for safety. These covers act like a shield, preventing a lot of that corrosion and making your maintenance easier down the road. You can find these pretty easily, places like Fixparts Online often stock them. It's a small part, but it can save you some hassle in the long run.

Warranty Information

Wabco Plastic Wheel Lug Nut Cover (MPN 8997000024) comes with a 1-year warranty.