Wishbone Bolts/nuts - How Tight?

[Guest MiamiBlueOli]

car just failed MOT on the inner wishbone (excessive play) although I replaced both of the wishbones fairly recently. I cleaned off the muck and had a look and the bushes still appear to be in perfect condition.

 

The nut/bolt on the front (smaller) one was not particularly tight.

 

Could this be causing the play? If so, how tight should I do it up?

 

I know that I have to do this with the wheels in the normal position.

 

Many thanks for any help you can give me

 

Oli

[kate205gti 4]

have u jacked it up and given it a wiggle? could be an ovalled hub ive had 2 of them!

[Guest MiamiBlueOli]

have u jacked it up and given it a wiggle? could be an ovalled hub ive had 2 of them!

 

Yes done all the wiggling neccessary, it's definately not the hub it is the inner bushes that are allowing the movement, but thanks for the advice.

 

Oli

[hengti 2]

can't remember off hand but it'll be in Haynes.

dare i say it: just 'tight'..

[Bonzai 2]

im not 100% on haynes manual descriptions but this is what im guessing you need

 

lower suspension arm pivot bolt 35nm 26lb ft

lower suspension arm rear pivot bolt (GTI) 78nm 58lb ft

[Pugnut 9 1 Cars]

torn bushes arent that easy to spot by wiggling. get a pry bar or bfo screwdriver between the subframe and wishbone and you'll soon find the culprit. there usually isnt that much play with a slightly loose bolt (if its the right bolt)

[Guest MiamiBlueOli]

I tightened up the nut and bolt and the play dissapeared. Took it back today and it passed.

 

Saved myself some money there because initially I though I was going to need a new wishbone or bush.

[Garry 1]

You would have thought the MOT tester would have done that for you! Mine did