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Advanced shock absorber designed for foreign nameplate vehicles with superior control and comfort.
Monroe OESpectrum shock absorbers are specifically engineered for foreign nameplate vehicles, utilizing the latest global original equipment valving technologies. These shock absorbers are developed through extensive research and on-vehicle testing, ensuring a high level of handling precision and control while minimizing ride harshness. The integration of Tenneco's Twin Technology Active Control System enhances performance, featuring an Impact Control Valve that provides exceptional control across various driving conditions and a Low Speed Tunability piston design that effectively isolates noise and vibrations.
The all-weather fluid used in Monroe OESpectrum units contains special modifiers that reduce friction, ensuring smooth rod reaction. The full displaced valving is tuned for each specific application, automatically adjusting to road extremes for consistent ride quality. Additionally, the Fluon band enhances sealing between the piston and pressure tube, contributing to improved control and durability. With a nitrogen gas charge, these shock absorbers maintain tire-to-road contact by reducing aeration, further enhancing ride and handling.
Constructed with a 1-3/16 inch bore, the Monroe OESpectrum shock absorber offers efficient and consistent control. The nitrocarburized rod ensures a long service life, making it a reliable choice for vehicle-specific applications. This shock absorber is designed without a reservoir and includes a dust shield and necessary hardware for installation, making it a practical solution for maintaining vehicle performance.
Features
- All Weather Fluid Contains Special Modifiers To Reduce Friction And Ensure Smooth Rod Reaction
- Full Displaced Valving: Tuned Specifically For Each Application And Automatically Adjusts To Road Extremes To Provide Consistency And Ride
- The Fluon Band Provides Consistent Sealing Between The Piston And Pressure Tube Which Delivers Better Control And Increased Durability
- 1-3/16 Inch Bore Provide More Efficient And Consistent Control
- Impact Control Valve (ICV), Delivers Exceptional Control Under Virtually All Driving Conditions, And Patented Low Speed Tunability (LST) Piston Design That Isolates Impact-Related Noise, Vibration
- Nitrogen Gas Charged For Improved Ride And Handling, Helps Maintain Tire To Road Contact By Reducing Aeration
- Nitrocarburized Rod For Long Service Life
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Monroe
- Manufacturer Part Number: 39040
- Type: Nitrogen Gas Charged
- With Coil Spring: No
- Extended Length (IN): 17 Inch
- Compressed Length (IN): 11-1/8 Inch
- Upper Mounting Style: Stud
- Lower Mounting Style: Cross Pin
- Adjustable Valving: No
- Quantity: Single
- Universality: Vehicle Specific
- Internal Design: Monotube
- Body Color: Black
- Rod Diameter (IN): OEM
- Valving Type: Application Specific Valving
- Rod Material: Steel
- Body Material: Steel
- With Reservoir: No
- Includes Dust Shield: Yes
- Includes Hardware: Yes
- Includes Boot: No
- Estimated Install Time (Hours): 0.5
Compatibility / Fit
- 2001-2009 Volvo S60
- 1999-2006 Volvo S80
- 2000-2007 Volvo V70
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Shipping & Returns
- This product ships within the continental USA only.
- This product typically ships within 1 to 3 business days.
- Returns are accepted within 30 days for items in like-new condition. For complete details, please see our return policy.
