2013 Ford Expedition Wheel Interchange and Fitment Guide
Use this guide to review the available OEM wheel and tire information for a 2013 Ford Expedition. Wheel fitment can vary by trim, package, brake equipment, and replacement parts, so confirm every measurement before purchasing or installing wheels.
Known OEM Fitment For 2013 Ford Expedition
The following specifications are the known fitment values supplied for this page. They may represent only part of the available factory configuration.
| Specification |
Known value |
| Bolt pattern |
6x135 |
| Center bore |
87.1 mm |
| Thread size |
M14 x 2.00 |
| Rim diameter |
18 inches |
| Rim width |
8.5 inches |
| Wheel offset |
ET44, or 44 mm |
| Backspacing |
5.98 inches |
| Tire section width |
265 mm |
| Tire aspect ratio |
70 percent |
| Tire rim diameter listed |
17 inches |
There is a diameter discrepancy in the supplied data: the listed wheel diameter is 18 inches, while the listed tire rim diameter is 17 inches. Do not treat these values as one confirmed wheel and tire package until you check the tire sidewall, vehicle door-jamb label, owner documentation, and the wheel markings. The tire rim diameter must match the wheel diameter exactly.
Confirm the vehicle-specific specification through Ford service information, the original equipment label, and a physical inspection. A replacement wheel must also clear the brake assembly and provide adequate load capacity.
How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator
The calculator lets you compare wheels from a donor vehicle with wheels installed on your 2013 Ford Expedition. It is a comparison tool, not a substitute for checking brake clearance, load rating, tire approval, or professional installation.
- Enter or select the donor vehicle in the “Wheels from” section.
- Enter your 2013 Ford Expedition in the “Installed on” section.
- Compare the donor wheel diameter, width, offset, bolt pattern, and center bore with the known values above.
- Use “Custom wheel size” when the wheel is aftermarket or when the listed donor vehicle does not exactly match the wheel being considered.
- Enter the custom rim diameter, rim width, and offset as marked on the wheel or supplied by the manufacturer.
- Enter the custom tire section width and aspect ratio from the proposed tire size.
- When you change rim diameter, review the updated tire diameter in the comparison. A change in wheel diameter requires a tire with a matching rim diameter.
Use the calculator to identify dimensional differences, then verify the result on the vehicle. The calculator cannot confirm physical brake clearance, fender clearance under suspension compression, wheel load rating, tire load index, or whether a particular wheel design clears the brake caliper.
Fitment Checklist Before You Buy
- Confirm the 6x135 bolt pattern and ensure all six holes align without forcing the wheel.
- Confirm that the wheel center bore is compatible with the vehicle hub. A smaller bore will not fit over the hub. A larger bore may require correctly specified hub-centric rings when appropriate.
- Check that the wheel uses the correct M14 x 2.00 wheel hardware and the correct lug-seat design. Thread size alone does not confirm lug-nut compatibility.
- Compare wheel offset and backspacing with the calculator and inspect inner clearance to the brake, suspension, and steering components.
- Check outer clearance to the fender, liner, mud flap, and body during steering movement and suspension travel.
- Confirm the wheel diameter matches the tire's rim diameter. The supplied data contains both 17-inch and 18-inch entries, so this step is especially important.
- Verify the wheel and tire load ratings meet or exceed the requirements shown on the vehicle label and in Ford documentation.
- Check tire age, condition, speed rating, load index, and pressure requirements before installation.
- Ask the wheel manufacturer for application-specific brake-clearance information when using aftermarket wheels.
- Inspect used wheels for cracks, bends, corrosion around the bead seat, damaged mounting holes, and missing identification markings.
Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades
Plus sizing changes the wheel diameter while aiming to maintain a similar overall tire diameter. It can change ride comfort, handling, steering effort, speedometer behavior, fender clearance, and wheel damage risk. No specific plus-size tire or wheel combination is confirmed here because the supplied data contains a 17-inch tire-rim entry alongside an 18-inch wheel entry.
To evaluate a proposed setup, enter the custom wheel diameter, width, and offset in the calculator, then enter the complete proposed tire information. Review the calculated diameter difference and inspect the vehicle in person. The tire must be approved for the wheel width, and the finished assembly must maintain adequate clearance throughout steering and suspension travel.
Do not select a larger wheel or wider tire solely for appearance. A larger wheel may reduce sidewall height and increase the chance of impact damage, while a different offset can move the wheel toward the suspension or outside the fender. Confirm the final combination with a qualified tire or wheel professional.
Installation Tips
- Inspect the hub face and wheel mounting surface. Remove rust, dirt, paint buildup, and debris that could prevent the wheel from seating flat.
- Install the wheel only when the bolt holes, center bore, and lug-seat design are compatible.
- Start each lug nut by hand to prevent cross-threading. Never use an impact tool to force a damaged or mismatched lug nut.
- Snug the lug nuts in a star or crisscross sequence while the vehicle is supported safely.
- Lower the vehicle enough to keep the wheel from turning, then torque the lug nuts to the vehicle manufacturer's specified value using a calibrated torque wrench.
- Do not apply lubricant to wheel studs or lug seats unless the manufacturer specifically requires it. Lubrication can change clamping force.
- Set tire pressure according to the vehicle label, not the maximum pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
- After installation, check for clearance at full steering lock and perform a careful, low-speed test.
- Recheck lug-nut torque after the first driving period specified by the wheel or vehicle manufacturer and whenever required by the installation instructions.
- Stop driving if you notice vibration, rubbing, steering changes, air loss, or unusual noises.
Tools And Helpful Supplies
A safe wheel installation requires more than a socket and an impact wrench. Use tools that match the vehicle and wheel manufacturer's instructions.
- Calibrated torque wrench suitable for the required lug-nut torque
- Correct-size socket with the proper protective design for the wheel finish
- Floor jack and jack stands rated for the vehicle
- Wheel chocks
- Wire brush or approved hub-cleaning tool
- Tire pressure gauge
- Vehicle service information and the door-jamb tire information label
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FAQs
What is the bolt pattern listed for the 2013 Ford Expedition?
The supplied fitment information lists a 6x135 bolt pattern. Confirm the pattern on the vehicle or with OEM documentation before purchasing wheels.
What is the center bore?
The supplied center bore is 87.1 mm. A replacement wheel must have a compatible center bore and must seat correctly on the hub.
What wheel thread size is listed?
The supplied thread size is M14 x 2.00. Lug-nut thread size is only one part of compatibility. Verify the lug-seat style and the wheel manufacturer's requirements as well.
Can I use a 17-inch tire on an 18-inch wheel?
No. A tire marked for a 17-inch rim must be mounted on a 17-inch wheel, and an 18-inch wheel requires a tire designed for an 18-inch rim. The supplied data lists both sizes, so verify the actual tire and wheel markings before installation.
Does the calculator guarantee that a donor wheel will fit?
No. The calculator compares dimensions and allows custom wheel and tire inputs. It does not guarantee brake-caliper clearance, suspension clearance, fender clearance, load capacity, or lug-seat compatibility.
What should I enter for an aftermarket wheel?
Use the custom wheel fields for the marked rim diameter, width, and offset. Enter the proposed tire's section width and aspect ratio, then review the calculated diameter comparison. Verify all measurements with the wheel manufacturer.
Is the listed 18-inch wheel specification confirmed for every 2013 Ford Expedition?
No universal trim list is provided here. The known data may be partial or may vary by trim and package. Confirm the original equipment size using the vehicle label, owner documentation, Ford service information, and the markings on the existing wheel.
Should I use hub-centric rings with a larger-bore wheel?
A larger-bore wheel may require correctly sized hub-centric rings when approved for that application, but rings do not correct an incorrect bolt pattern, offset, load rating, or brake clearance. A smaller-bore wheel will not fit over an 87.1 mm hub.
When should I have the installation performed by a professional?
Use a qualified tire and wheel professional if the fitment is uncertain, the wheels are aftermarket or used, brake clearance is close, tires require mounting or balancing, or you find damaged studs, lug nuts, hubs, wheels, or tires.
