Rim Lock Sockets
Rim lock socket sets are special sockets to remove locking wheel nuts. These nuts have a unique pattern, so you need the matching socket. If you lose the original key or come across a car with unknown locks, a set with multiple profiles is essential. The sets include sockets with different inner diameters and profiles. They fit common locking nuts from European and Asian manufacturers. Check the drive: most sets work with a 1/2 inch ratchet, some with 1/4 or 3/8 inch. Some sets are dedicated to a specific car brand or replace OEM part numbers. Others are universal. Choose the number of sockets for your work. A 3-piece set suits one type, a 20-piece set covers more variation.
Tool Tray 1/6: Rim Lock Socket Set for VAG | 20 pcs.
Tool Tray 1/6: Rim Lock Socket Set for VAG | 23 pcs.
Tool Tray 1/6: Rim Lock Socket Set for Volvo | 20 pcs.
Tool Tray 1/6: Rim Lock Tool Set for Porsche and VW Touareg | 20 pcs.
Special Sockets | for BMW rim locks | 3 pcs.
Rim Lock Sockets: Choose the Right Set
What to Look For
Rim lock sockets are special sockets for wheel locks. Each wheel lock has a unique head. So you need the right socket. Lost the original wrench or found a car with an unknown lock? Use a set with different profiles. These sets include sockets with different inside diameters and profiles. They fit common wheel bolts from European and Asian brands.
Ratchet Size and Number of Parts
Check the connection. Most sets work with a 1/2 inch ratchet. Some use 1/4 or 3/8 inch. Choose the number of parts for your work. A 3-piece set is enough for one type. A 10-piece set covers most common types. A 20-piece set suits workshops that see many different brands.
Universal or Brand-Specific
Some sets are made for one car brand. They often replace an OEM number. Other sets are universal. Universal sets fit multiple brands. Check beforehand if the set fits the bolts you encounter. That prevents surprises during a wheel change.
These sets fall under special sockets. If you run into a broken wheel bolt, extractors help you further. For groove nuts on axles and hubs, choose groove nut sockets. If a profile fits nowhere else, you will find it under other special sockets.