Abstract: A centering tool for aligning a vehicle rim relative to a hub of a vehicle, wherein the rim includes a plurality of mounting holes for receiving axially extending studs from the hub. The tool includes a body having a first end and an opposite second end. The first end is adapted to engage a torque applying tool. The body has an outer cylindrical surface that extends from the second end and allows generally axial insertion of the tool through one of the mounting holes in the rim while substantially limiting the radial movement of the rim relative to the centering tool. A bore extends longitudinally through the body and through both the first end and second end of the body. The bore has threads for threadingly engaging a stud extending through the one of the mounting holes in the rim. A cam surface is formed on the second end of the body.