Suspension: - XC90 lower suspension arm

Monkey Boy · Feb 16th, 2009, 14:56

My wife put our 2005 XC90SE in this morning for an MOT and I have just been told that it has failed due to excessive play in the bush in the lower suspension arm.

I am at present awaiting a quote from my Indie for the work and i am aware that this is sometimes called a "wishbone" so have some questions for the techies!!

Doe's the whole arm need to be replaced or just the bushes?
Is it best to replace in pairs?
Does anybody have an idea of the cost (not important as it has to be done) I just require a ball park figure.

Many thanks..

Marc

Monkey Boy · Feb 16th, 2009, 17:48

I have been quoted £116.46 inc VAT to have this replaced/repaired by my Indie.

I am delighted as i was waiting to have my wallet raped!!

Clan · Feb 16th, 2009, 19:24

the bush is available separatly The volvo dealer has a special tool to replace it . It should not have failed as it isnt a safety issue , an advisory would have been more appropriate ...

PeteH · Feb 20th, 2009, 12:36

I've just had this done and it cost me just under £200 from a local garage. Volvo quoted about £260 I think.

Monkey Boy · Feb 21st, 2009, 01:08

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Originally Posted by PeteH

I've just had this done and it cost me just under £200 from a local garage. Volvo quoted about £260 I think.

Volvo quoted me the same but my Indie used genuine Volvo parts and did the job for £150 cheaper than Volvo. A no brainer really!!

Feb 16th, 2009, 14:56	#1
Monkey Boy Junior Member Last Online: Nov 19th, 2010 09:39 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Essex	XC90 lower suspension arm My wife put our 2005 XC90SE in this morning for an MOT and I have just been told that it has failed due to excessive play in the bush in the lower suspension arm. I am at present awaiting a quote from my Indie for the work and i am aware that this is sometimes called a "wishbone" so have some questions for the techies!! Doe's the whole arm need to be replaced or just the bushes? Is it best to replace in pairs? Does anybody have an idea of the cost (not important as it has to be done) I just require a ball park figure. Many thanks.. Marc __________________ 2005 D5 SE RTI RSE Sunroof Xenon's

Feb 16th, 2009, 17:48	#2
Monkey Boy Junior Member Last Online: Nov 19th, 2010 09:39 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Essex	Update I have been quoted £116.46 inc VAT to have this replaced/repaired by my Indie. I am delighted as i was waiting to have my wallet raped!! __________________ 2005 D5 SE RTI RSE Sunroof Xenon's

Feb 16th, 2009, 19:24	#3
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 14:49 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	the bush is available separatly The volvo dealer has a special tool to replace it . It should not have failed as it isnt a safety issue , an advisory would have been more appropriate ... __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Feb 20th, 2009, 12:36	#4
PeteH New Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2010 14:06 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Harrogate	I've just had this done and it cost me just under £200 from a local garage. Volvo quoted about £260 I think.

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