2012 Dodge Avenger Wheel Interchange

2012 Dodge Avenger Wheel Fitment And Interchange Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2012 Dodge Avenger

The values below represent factory specifications for at least one trim of the 2012 Dodge Avenger. Other trims or appearance packages may differ. If your trim is different or unknown, confirm using the on-page calculator and your owner’s manual or OEM parts catalog before purchasing.

Use these as your starting point when comparing other wheels and tires for interchangeability.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

• Set Installed on to your vehicle: 2012 Dodge Avenger.
• Choose Wheels from a donor vehicle or enter a Custom wheel size by adjusting rim diameter, rim width, and offset. You can also enter a Custom tire size by section width and aspect ratio.
• The tool shows changes in inner clearance to the strut and outer position relative to the fender. It also updates tire diameter when rim diameter or tire dimensions change.
• Keep an eye on overall tire diameter difference. Large changes can affect speedometer accuracy, ABS, traction control, and gearing feel.
• If the donor wheel’s center bore is larger than 67.1 mm, plan on hub centric rings. If it is smaller, the wheel will not seat properly.
• Save or print the comparison and take it to your installer for a physical test-fit before mounting tires.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern: Must match 5x114.3 exactly. Do not rely on wobble or offset studs.
• Center bore: Vehicle is 67.1 mm. Larger is acceptable with quality hub centric rings. Smaller will not fit.
• Thread and seat: Threads are M12 x 1.5. Verify the lug nut seat type required by your wheels (commonly 60 degree conical, but confirm with the wheel manufacturer). Do not mix seat styles.
• Offset and backspacing: Compare against OEM ET 40 mm and 5.07 in backspacing in the calculator. Ensure adequate inner clearance to struts and brake lines, and avoid excessive outer poke into the fender or bumper liner.
• Brake clearance: Visually check spoke and barrel clearance over calipers and rotors. Some wheel designs with the same specs may still interfere.
• Tire dimensions: Check overall diameter and section width. Confirm clearance at full steering lock, through suspension travel, and with passengers or cargo.
• Load rating: Wheels and tires must meet or exceed the vehicle’s OEM load rating. Check sidewall markings and wheel manufacturer data.
• TPMS: If equipped, plan to transfer or replace TPMS sensors and perform relearn as required.
• Spare fitment: If you change overall diameter significantly, verify that your spare and jack points remain usable.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing keeps overall tire diameter close to stock while changing rim diameter and tire profile. Use the calculator to model the examples below and verify clearances before purchase.

• Plus 0: Stay with 16 in wheels. You can adjust tire width or aspect ratio slightly to fine tune look and grip while keeping diameter similar.
• Plus 1: Move to a 17 in wheel. Select a lower tire aspect ratio to maintain overall diameter. Confirm offset, brake clearance, and fender space.
• Plus 2: Move to an 18 in wheel. Use a lower-profile tire and verify clearance at full lock and over bumps.

Every wheel design is different. Two wheels with the same width and offset can clear brakes differently due to spoke shape and barrel profile, so always perform a test-fit.

Installation Tips

• Test-fit each wheel on the hub without a tire first. Confirm center bore fit, stud engagement, and caliper clearance.
• Clean the hub face and the wheel mounting pad to bare metal. Remove rust and debris to prevent runout and vibration.
• If using hub centric rings, ensure they are fully seated in the wheel and match 67.1 mm at the hub. Do not stack rings.
• Hand thread all lug nuts. Tighten in a star pattern in multiple passes using a calibrated torque wrench. Use only the torque spec from your owner’s manual or OEM service information.
• Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles on new wheels or when temperatures change significantly.
• Verify tire rotation direction and inside-outside orientation before inflating to the door-jamb placard pressure.
• If equipped with TPMS, follow the relearn procedure for your vehicle and verify the light is off after driving.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench
• M12 x 1.5 lug nuts - match the correct seat style for your wheels.
• Hub centric rings 67.1 mm - choose the correct outer diameter for your wheels.
• Tire pressure gauge

FAQs

• What is the bolt pattern for the 2012 Dodge Avenger?

  5x114.3 mm, also written as 5x4.5 in. The wheel must match this pattern exactly.

• Can I use 5x115 wheels on a 5x114.3 hub?

  No. Mixing bolt patterns is unsafe and can cause stud stress, vibration, and loss of clamping force. Use only 5x114.3 wheels.

• Do I need hub centric rings?

  If your aftermarket wheel center bore is larger than 67.1 mm, use rings sized to 67.1 mm at the hub and the wheel’s bore on the outer side. If the wheel bore is 67.1 mm already, rings are not needed.

• What lug nuts does the Avenger use?

  The thread is M12 x 1.5. The required seat type and length depend on the wheel design. Confirm with the wheel manufacturer and match the seat style exactly.

• What offset range works on this car?

  OEM offset is ET 40 mm. Acceptable changes depend on wheel width and design. Use the calculator to compare inner and outer clearances, then perform a physical test-fit.

• Will larger wheels affect my speedometer or ABS?

  Yes if overall tire diameter changes significantly. Use the calculator to keep diameter close to stock and verify with a GPS speed check after installation.

• What tire pressure should I run?

  Use the pressure on the driver door-jamb placard for your tire size and load. If you change sizes, consult a tire professional and do not exceed the tire’s maximum pressure rating.

Always verify final fitment using the calculator on wheelinterchange.com and confirm with OEM service information for your specific trim before purchasing or installing wheels and tires.