2017 Ford Focus ST Wheel Interchange

2017 Ford Focus ST Wheel Fitment Guide

Known OEM Fitment For 2017 Ford Focus ST

The confirmed fitment information available for the 2017 Ford Focus ST is listed below. Any specification marked unknown should not be guessed because wheel fitment can vary by wheel design, package, market, and replacement configuration.

The 5x108 bolt pattern means five wheel fastener positions on a 108 mm pitch circle. The 63.4 mm center bore must be compatible with the vehicle hub. A wheel with a larger center bore may require correctly sized hub-centric rings, while a wheel with a smaller bore will not fit over the hub. Confirm the required wheel fastener seat and torque procedure in Ford service information before installation.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

Use the calculator to compare wheels from a donor vehicle with the wheels installed on your 2017 Ford Focus ST. Enter the donor vehicle information in the “Wheels from” fields and enter the Focus ST as the vehicle being evaluated in the “Installed on” fields.

When donor specifications are unavailable, use the custom wheel size controls for rim diameter, rim width, and offset. Use the custom tire size controls for section width and aspect ratio. Enter values from verified wheel and tire markings rather than estimates.

Review the calculator's comparison for diameter, width, offset, and clearance. Changing the rim diameter also updates the calculated tire diameter, so check the resulting tire diameter and not only the wheel diameter. A calculator is a screening tool, not a substitute for a physical clearance check, the vehicle owner's information, or Ford service data.

Because several 2017 Focus ST specifications are not provided here, do not treat an apparent calculator match as confirmation that a wheel is safe or compatible. Verify the original specifications using the door-jamb tire placard, the current tire sidewall, markings cast or stamped inside the wheel, the owner's documentation, or a Ford parts and service source.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

Confirm all of the following before purchasing wheels or tires:

• The wheel uses a 5x108 bolt pattern.
• The center bore is compatible with the 63.4 mm vehicle hub, using properly sized hub-centric rings when appropriate.
• The wheel width, diameter, and offset are verified rather than assumed.
• The selected wheel clears the brake caliper, rotor, suspension, steering components, and wheel-well liner.
• The tire size provides suitable overall diameter, load capacity, and speed rating for the vehicle.
• The tire is approved for the wheel width and does not contact the body or suspension at full steering lock and suspension travel.
• The wheel's fastener seat matches the required lug hardware. Thread size alone does not confirm lug-nut compatibility.
• Any TPMS requirements, valve sensors, and relearn procedures are identified before installation.
• There is adequate clearance for brake components and no interference after the vehicle is lowered from the jack.

Perform a careful test fit when possible. Turn the steering from lock to lock and inspect clearance. If the vehicle is modified, loaded, lowered, or used on track, additional clearance and load checks are necessary.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing changes the wheel diameter while using a lower-profile tire to maintain a similar overall tire diameter. The original 2017 Ford Focus ST wheel and tire dimensions are not provided here, so a specific plus-size recommendation cannot be confirmed.

Use the calculator to compare the verified original tire diameter with a proposed custom tire size. A larger overall diameter can affect speedometer accuracy, gearing, acceleration, electronic systems, and fender clearance. A smaller diameter can also change these characteristics and may increase the risk of wheel or tire damage if sidewall height is reduced.

When considering a wider tire, compare the actual section width and approved rim-width range. Nominal tire sizes do not guarantee identical measured dimensions between brands. Confirm that the proposed offset and width keep the tire clear of the suspension and body through steering and suspension movement.

For street use, retain the vehicle's required load and speed ratings and select tires appropriate for the vehicle's operating conditions. Do not rely on appearance alone when choosing a wheel or tire upgrade.

Installation Tips

Inspect each wheel for cracks, bends, corrosion, damaged mounting seats, and missing markings before installation. Clean the hub and wheel mating surfaces with a suitable brush. Do not place spacers, washers, paint, or debris between the mounting faces unless a properly engineered and approved spacer system specifically requires it.

Install the correct lug hardware by hand first. The wheel should seat flat against the hub without force. Tighten the fasteners in a star or crisscross pattern, lower the vehicle enough to prevent rotation, and use the torque specification for the vehicle and exact fastener type from an OEM or professional service source.

After installation, check that the wheel rotates freely and that there is no contact with the brake caliper, suspension, or body. Recheck fastener torque after the manufacturer's recommended break-in distance and whenever the wheels are removed. Stop driving if vibration, rubbing, looseness, or unusual noise occurs.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

A calibrated torque wrench, correct socket, jack, jack stands or an approved lift, wheel chocks, a tire pressure gauge, and a tread or clearance inspection light are useful for a safe wheel installation. A hub cleaning brush and suitable anti-corrosion supplies can help prepare the mounting surfaces, but lubricants should not be applied to wheel fastener threads unless specifically directed by the fastener or vehicle manufacturer.

For a replacement or second wheel set, a torque wrench and a wheel hub cleaning brush may be useful. Confirm the tool range, socket size, and product suitability before purchase.

FAQs

What is the bolt pattern for the 2017 Ford Focus ST?

The known bolt pattern is 5x108. Verify the wheel's specification before purchase because a visual match is not enough to confirm the pattern.

What is the center bore for the 2017 Ford Focus ST?

The known center bore is 63.4 mm. An aftermarket wheel with a larger bore may need correctly sized hub-centric rings. A smaller bore generally will not fit over the vehicle hub.

What offset and wheel width should I use?

The offset and rim width are unknown in the provided specifications. Confirm the original values from Ford documentation, wheel markings, or a trusted parts source, then compare proposed dimensions in the on-page calculator and perform a physical clearance check.

What thread size does the 2017 Ford Focus ST use?

The known thread size is M12 x 1.5. This does not identify the correct lug-nut seat or confirm the required torque. Match the complete lug hardware specification to the vehicle and wheel.

Can I use wheels from another vehicle with a 5x108 bolt pattern?

Not automatically. The donor wheel must also be evaluated for center bore, diameter, width, offset, brake clearance, lug hardware, load capacity, and tire compatibility. Use the calculator for the comparison, then verify the result with an actual test fit and OEM or wheel-maker information.

Are the original tire size and rim diameter listed here?

No. The original rim diameter, rim width, tire section width, aspect ratio, and tire rim diameter are unknown in the supplied data. Read the tire sidewall and vehicle placard, inspect the wheel markings, and enter the verified values into the calculator.

Do hub-centric rings make any wheel fit?

No. Hub-centric rings only help center a wheel with a larger center bore on the vehicle hub when the ring is correctly sized and suitable for the application. They do not correct an incorrect bolt pattern, offset, wheel width, brake clearance, load rating, or lug-seat mismatch.

Should I change the tire size when changing wheel diameter?

Usually, a change in wheel diameter requires a compatible tire size so the total tire diameter remains suitable. Enter the proposed rim diameter, section width, and aspect ratio in the calculator, review the calculated diameter, and confirm load, speed, clearance, and vehicle requirements before fitting the tires.