Thermo King Lock Nut for Refrigeration Mounts and Fittings 558296
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 secures critical threaded connections across Thermo King refrigeration systems, ensuring dependable fastening and vibration resistance for reefer trailer and transport refrigeration applications. This OEM Thermo King component supports uptime and precise temperature control in temperature-sensitive freight operations.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- OEM Fit – Designed to match Thermo King hardware specifications, ensuring accurate fitment and straightforward installation on refrigerated units.
- Locking Design – Provides resistance to loosening from vibration and thermal cycling, maintaining reliable mechanical integrity during long hauls.
- Durable Construction – Manufactured to meet transport refrigeration demands with materials selected for strength and longevity in fleet environments.
- Corrosion Resistance – Engineered to withstand typical exposure in refrigerated trailers and truck environments, supporting long-term service life.
- Fleet Reliability – Helps reduce unscheduled stops and maintenance time by sustaining secure connections on compressors, fittings, and mount assemblies.
- Certified Support – Backed by Thermo King engineering standards and available through West Texas Thermo King certified parts distribution and service.
Product Details
The Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 is an OEM Thermo King fastening component intended for use in Thermo King refrigeration and transport refrigeration assemblies. Specific dimensions and thread specifications are documented in Thermo King parts catalogs and service manuals. As with all Thermo King fasteners, this lock nut is produced to meet quality, thread integrity, and durability expectations required for reefer trailer and refrigerated truck service.
Efficiency & Sustainability
Using genuine Thermo King parts such as the Lock Nut 558296 supports system efficiency and reliability by maintaining secure mechanical connections that preserve temperature control and fuel-efficient cooling. Properly maintained fasteners reduce leakage and component wear, supporting compliance efforts and reliability programs such as Smart Reefer SR-4 and CARB Evergreen where OEM integrity helps sustain emission and efficiency goals.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 following Thermo King torque and assembly procedures specified in the unit service manual. Use matching OEM washers and mating hardware when required, and inspect lock nuts during scheduled maintenance intervals to confirm secure fitment. Replace lock nuts that show signs of thread wear, corrosion, or compromised locking action.
Real-World Applications
The Lock Nut 558296 secures critical connections on compressors, mounting brackets, service fittings, and structural assemblies across reefer trailers and refrigerated trucks. Fleets operating in the Permian Basin and across West Texas rely on OEM fasteners to maintain consistent temperature control and reduce downtime in demanding hauling conditions.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
View all Thermo King PartsBacked by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or call the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 compatible with Thermo King refrigeration units used on reefer trailers?
A: Yes. The Lock Nut 558296 is an OEM fastening component intended for use in Thermo King refrigeration assemblies and helps maintain secure connections on reefer trailers and transport refrigeration systems.
Q: How should this lock nut be installed to ensure reliability?
A: Install per Thermo King service manual instructions using specified torque values and matching OEM mating hardware. Inspect lock nuts during routine maintenance and replace if locking action or threads are compromised.
Q: Will using OEM lock nuts improve fleet uptime?
A: Yes. Genuine Thermo King components, including Lock Nut 558296, support secure mechanical integrity, reducing the risk of loosening-related failures and contributing to consistent temperature control and reduced unscheduled maintenance.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 secures critical threaded connections across Thermo King refrigeration systems, ensuring dependable fastening and vibration resistance for reefer trailer and transport refrigeration applications. This OEM Thermo King component supports uptime and precise temperature control in temperature-sensitive freight operations.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- OEM Fit – Designed to match Thermo King hardware specifications, ensuring accurate fitment and straightforward installation on refrigerated units.
- Locking Design – Provides resistance to loosening from vibration and thermal cycling, maintaining reliable mechanical integrity during long hauls.
- Durable Construction – Manufactured to meet transport refrigeration demands with materials selected for strength and longevity in fleet environments.
- Corrosion Resistance – Engineered to withstand typical exposure in refrigerated trailers and truck environments, supporting long-term service life.
- Fleet Reliability – Helps reduce unscheduled stops and maintenance time by sustaining secure connections on compressors, fittings, and mount assemblies.
- Certified Support – Backed by Thermo King engineering standards and available through West Texas Thermo King certified parts distribution and service.
Product Details
The Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 is an OEM Thermo King fastening component intended for use in Thermo King refrigeration and transport refrigeration assemblies. Specific dimensions and thread specifications are documented in Thermo King parts catalogs and service manuals. As with all Thermo King fasteners, this lock nut is produced to meet quality, thread integrity, and durability expectations required for reefer trailer and refrigerated truck service.
Efficiency & Sustainability
Using genuine Thermo King parts such as the Lock Nut 558296 supports system efficiency and reliability by maintaining secure mechanical connections that preserve temperature control and fuel-efficient cooling. Properly maintained fasteners reduce leakage and component wear, supporting compliance efforts and reliability programs such as Smart Reefer SR-4 and CARB Evergreen where OEM integrity helps sustain emission and efficiency goals.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 following Thermo King torque and assembly procedures specified in the unit service manual. Use matching OEM washers and mating hardware when required, and inspect lock nuts during scheduled maintenance intervals to confirm secure fitment. Replace lock nuts that show signs of thread wear, corrosion, or compromised locking action.
Real-World Applications
The Lock Nut 558296 secures critical connections on compressors, mounting brackets, service fittings, and structural assemblies across reefer trailers and refrigerated trucks. Fleets operating in the Permian Basin and across West Texas rely on OEM fasteners to maintain consistent temperature control and reduce downtime in demanding hauling conditions.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
View all Thermo King PartsBacked by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or call the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Thermo King Lock Nut 558296 compatible with Thermo King refrigeration units used on reefer trailers?
A: Yes. The Lock Nut 558296 is an OEM fastening component intended for use in Thermo King refrigeration assemblies and helps maintain secure connections on reefer trailers and transport refrigeration systems.
Q: How should this lock nut be installed to ensure reliability?
A: Install per Thermo King service manual instructions using specified torque values and matching OEM mating hardware. Inspect lock nuts during routine maintenance and replace if locking action or threads are compromised.
Q: Will using OEM lock nuts improve fleet uptime?
A: Yes. Genuine Thermo King components, including Lock Nut 558296, support secure mechanical integrity, reducing the risk of loosening-related failures and contributing to consistent temperature control and reduced unscheduled maintenance.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.