ZS EV LOCKING WHEEL NUTS

[Capsman]

Thank you for your return Chrispydoc ,

To remove the covers I have this small object which comes from a Peugeot and which makes it possible to easily remove the covers without damaging.

 

[Chrispydoc]

There was a similar red one with my MG...but its gone missing!

 

[Andrew]

The plastic covers on the wheel nuts can be removed via the tool that's supplied and located in the boot under the floor, look carefully at the black hard foam and you will see it sitting there.

 

[Chrispydoc]

Arghhh...it would be, if I'd not re -configured by boot to accommodate my new spare wheel...........

 

[Mgkev]

I removed mine for good. I didn’t want to be faffing about on a wet dark night trying to change a wheel.

 

[Chrispydoc]

I have only had 3 flat tyres in many years motoring. I vividly remember the last one, I was coming out late from the 'pictures' to see my Supercharged XJR down on one side. It was a good tarmac car-park, well lit, but not in a particularly salubrious part of town. I didn't face hanging around for the AA. It only took me 15 mins to take off the massive rear wheel and fit my skinny 'Space saver'. It looked very odd, but got me home. I've always had a spare wheel since...just in case..

 

[Iain]

Still working my way through historical threads and in answer to a query from someone regarding torque values for wheel nuts I found this useful site;-

2020 MG ZS - Wheel & Tire Sizes, PCD, Offset and Rims specs

Wheel size, PCD, offset, and other specifications such as bolt pattern, thread size (THD), center bore (CB), trim levels for 2020 MG ZS. Wheel and tire fitment data. Original equipment and alternative options.

www.wheel-size.com

This shows a range of 115 to 130 Nm for tightening.
I have always used a little copper grease on the nut shoulders but be careful not to get any lubricant on the threads as it can cause false torque reading.
Surprised torque value no shown in handbook.

 

[ARealHuman]

The details I have say 120 - 130Nm for alloy wheels. I was also surprised not see these values in the handbook

 

[Tango130]

I had a value of 120Nm given to me by Brindley MG.

 

[Mgkev]

If you do them up with a bit of oomph using the standard wheel-brace you’ll be fine, I’ve never had a problem.

 

[Marcad]

2nd the copper ease on the shoulder of the bolt.

 

[Richie]

Why so many people want locking nuts on these wheels puzzles me. If anyone wants them please take them and leave me the tyres, which is probably what they are after anyway. Insurance will get me a nicer set of wheels.
They would really look out of place on any other car and not that great on the ZS, If there was a choice we would have chosen something different, Just awful design, yuk.
We did ask the dealer but they could not supply alternatives so now waiting for some January sales at the motor factors or on the net.

 

[Kithmo]

Why so many people want locking nuts on these wheels puzzles me. If anyone wants them please take them and leave me the tyres, which is probably what they are after anyway. Insurance will get me a nicer set of wheels.
They would really look out of place on any other car and not that great on the ZS, If there was a choice we would have chosen something different, Just awful design, yuk.
We did ask the dealer but they could not supply alternatives so now waiting for some January sales at the motor factors or on the net.

I don't mind them, I can't see them from the driver's seat anyway and they are very easy to clean.

 

[bloggsy]

Well, ive just spent £30 on the ebay set!

MG ZS LOCKING WHEEL NUT SET, BRAND NEW, MG reference RRB000080E0 (BGGS0001) | eBay

I've had them on many cars, including my PHEV and never had a problem removing them. Better be safe than sorry...make it a bit more difficult for any toe-rags.

Thanks for the recommendation Chrispydoc - I've just bought them and they're due to arrive next week, so will give me piece of mind!

Cheers

Bloggsy

 

[Dodger]

Who would want to steal the awful alloys of a ZS EV?

 

[macd2401]

Who would want to steal the awful alloys of a ZS EV?

Somebody looking for a spare wheel that fits

 

[AbuG]

Who would want to steal the awful alloys of a ZS EV?

Windmill farmer...

 

[bloggsy]

Some of the thieves in Scotland are very enterprising - after they've stolen your wheels, leaving your car on bricks, they'll sell you back your stolen wheels!

Cheers

Bloggsy

 

[Cocijo]

No doubt selling through a car forum!

 

[bloggsy]

No doubt selling through a car forum!

Yeah! By the way, does anyone want a secondhand alloy for an ZS EV? I may get some after the Scottish members meet up.......!!