20-Piece Wheel Lug Bolt Set, 12x1.5mm, for BMW E46, E90, E39, E60 & E53

20-Piece Wheel Lug Bolt Set, 12 x 1.5mm, for BMW E46, E90, E39, E60 & E53

This is a 20-piece set of wheel lug bolts, sized 12mm x 1.5mm and cross-referenced to OE numbers 36136781150 and 36131095390, built for the BMW E46 3 Series, E90 3 Series, E39 5 Series, E60 5 Series, and E53 X5. If your original lug bolts have started to strip, corrode, or seize in place, this full set lets you replace every bolt at once rather than fighting with individual seized hardware one wheel at a time.

Why a Full Set of Lug Bolts Makes Sense

Lug bolts on BMW chassis of this era are directly exposed to road salt, moisture, and brake dust for years at a stretch, and once corrosion sets in on one bolt, the others are typically not far behind. Replacing all 20 bolts together as a matched set ensures consistent clamping force across every wheel and removes the risk of an already-weakened bolt failing down the road after you've only addressed the ones that looked the worst.

Key Features

• Cross-referenced to OE numbers 36136781150 and 36131095390
• Full set of 20 bolts, enough for a complete 5-lug-per-wheel replacement across all four wheels
• Finish matched to OEM appearance for a factory-correct look
• Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Type: Wheel lug bolt
• Thread size: 12mm x 1.5mm
• Number in pack: 20
• Primary OE numbers: 36136781150, 36131095390
• Additional interchange numbers: 36136781151, HWB0009, 36131122158, 36131126014, 36130141576, 36130141574, 610-574
• Finish: Same as OEM
• Placement: Left, right, front, and rear
• Manufacturer warranty: 1 year
• Condition: New

Compatibility

Built for the BMW E46 3 Series, E90 3 Series, E39 5 Series, E60 5 Series, and E53 X5, all of which share this 12mm x 1.5mm bolt thread pattern and OE part number. BMW used closely related lug bolt hardware across several 3 Series, 5 Series, and X5 model years within this chassis range, and this OE number is commonly cross-referenced across those platforms. Because wheel bolt length and seat style can still vary with aftermarket wheels or spacers, it's worth confirming the OE numbers above against your original bolts or reaching out with your VIN before ordering to help guarantee a correct fit.

Signs Your Lug Bolts Need Replacing

Bolts that round off or strip when you try to remove them, visible rust or pitting on the bolt shank or seat, a wheel that seems to wobble slightly despite being torqued to spec, or bolts that feel gritty rather than smooth when threading in are all signs it's time for new hardware. Because stripped or corroded lug bolts can be difficult to remove safely, replacing the full set before you're stuck with a seized bolt during an emergency tire change is much easier than dealing with it roadside.

Why Replacing Worn Lug Bolts Matters

Lug bolts are one of the only things holding your wheels onto the car, so a bolt that's corroded or under-torqued due to a damaged thread is a genuine safety concern rather than just a cosmetic issue. Replacing worn or questionable bolts with a fresh, correctly sized set restores proper clamping force across the wheel and gives you confidence that your wheels are secured the way the factory intended.

Installation Notes

Installing new lug bolts means removing the wheel, threading each new bolt in by hand to avoid cross-threading, and torquing them to your vehicle's specified value in a star or crisscross pattern rather than working around the wheel in a circle. Because over-tightening can stretch or damage a bolt just as much as under-tightening can leave it loose, using a torque wrench set to BMW's specified value for your model is worth the extra few minutes. Re-checking torque after driving a short distance is a simple way to confirm everything has properly seated before you consider the job done.

Ordering Information

This lug bolt set is in stock and ships ready to install. Our Shipping Information page covers current timelines, and our Warranty and Returns pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific BMW model and year? Our Request a Part page is the fastest way to confirm before you order.

Related Parts

This lug bolt set is listed in our BMW collection, along with our Wheels & Tires collection, where you'll find other wheel hardware and accessories.