FCS 342528 Shock Absorber - Rear

Brand FCS 342528
Position Rear
Compressed Length 15.83
Extended Length 26.26
Stroke Length 10.43
Product line FCS
Fits Ram, Chevrolet, Dodge, and GMC · 120 vehicles

Shock absorber. Helps control suspension movement for a smoother ride.

Compressed, extended, and stroke lengths are specified for easier matching.

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Rear Suspension Shock Absorber for Ram and Silverado

FCS 342528 is a rear suspension shock absorber built for a wide range of Ram, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra applications. It is specified with a 15.83-inch compressed length, 26.26-inch extended length, and 10.43-inch stroke length for the listed rear fitments.

Compatible with rear suspension service on Ram 1500, Ram 1500 Classic, Chevrolet Silverado 1500/2500 HD, and GMC Sierra 1500/2500 HD models across multiple years, this FCS shock absorber supports direct replacement needs for common rear ride-control repairs. Part number 342528 is also referenced by buyers searching for rear shock absorber replacement on Ram 1500 Classic and Silverado 2500 HD applications.

Key Features

  • FCS suspension shock absorber for rear installation
  • Compressed length: 15.83 inches
  • Extended length: 26.26 inches
  • Stroke length: 10.43 inches
  • Direct-fit coverage for multiple Ram, Chevrolet, and GMC rear applications
  • Part number: 342528

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2022-2024 Ram 1500 Classic, rear; exclude air suspension.
  • Fits 2019-2021 Ram 1500 Classic, rear; exclude air suspension.
  • Fits 2013-2018 Ram 1500, rear; exclude air suspension.
  • Fits 2011-2012 Ram 1500, rear.
  • Fits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, rear.
  • Fits 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, rear; exclude Mega Cab.
  • Fits 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, rear.
  • Fits 2005-2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, rear.
  • Fits 2005-2010 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, rear.
  • Fits 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic, rear.
  • Fits 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Classic, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic, rear.
  • Fits 2003-2006 Chevrolet Cheyenne, rear.
  • Fits 2004-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2001-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 1999-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, rear; up to 8600 GVW, excluding Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2001-2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, rear; 9200 GVW.
  • Fits 2004-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2005-2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2001-2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD, rear; exclude electronic suspension and Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 1999-2004 GMC Sierra 2500, rear; up to 8600 GVW, excluding Quadrasteer.
  • Fits 2001-2004 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, rear; 9200 GVW.
  • Fits 2000 GMC Sierra 2500, rear; 9200 GVW.

Common Repair Uses

  • Rear-end bounce or excessive oscillation after bumps
  • Uneven ride control on Ram 1500 and Ram 1500 Classic trucks
  • Worn rear shock replacement on Silverado 2500 HD and Sierra 2500 HD models
  • Reduced stability when towing or carrying rear load
  • Noise or harshness from a worn rear suspension shock absorber

Installation Notes

Verify rear suspension configuration before ordering, especially air suspension, electronic suspension, Quadrasteer, and Mega Cab exclusions listed in the fitment data. Confirm compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original shock to ensure proper suspension travel on the vehicle.

For best results, compare the existing rear shock absorber mounting points and application notes on your Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado, or GMC Sierra before installation. Part number 342528 should be matched to the exact year, model, and rear suspension configuration shown above.

Quality Assurance

FCS 342528 is cataloged as a suspension shock absorber with application-specific dimensions and vehicle fitment coverage for rear service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

This part fits 120 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypePositionNotes
2024Ram1500 Classic———RearExclude Air Suspension; FCS
2023Ram1500 Classic———RearExclude Air Suspension; FCS
2022Ram1500 Classic———RearExclude Air Suspension; FCS
2021Ram1500 Classic———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2020Ram1500 Classic———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2019Ram1500 Classic———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2018Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2017Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2016Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2015Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2014Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2013Ram1500———RearExc. Air Suspension; FCS
2012Ram1500———RearFCS
2011Ram1500———RearFCS
2010ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2010DodgeRam 1500———RearFCS
2010GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2009ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2009DodgeRam 1500———RearFCS
2009GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2008ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2008DodgeRam 1500SLTStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500SLTCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500LaramieCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500SXTStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500SXTCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500STStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008DodgeRam 1500STCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2008GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 Classic—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD Classic——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD Classic——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2007ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD Classic———RearFCS
2007DodgeRam 1500SportStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500SportCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500SLTStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500SLTCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500STStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500STCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007DodgeRam 1500LaramieCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2007GMCSierra 1500 Classic—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007GMCSierra 1500 HD Classic——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007GMCSierra 1500 HD Classic——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2007GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2007GMCSierra 2500 HD Classic———RearFCS
2006ChevroletCheyenne——4WDRearFCS
2006ChevroletSilverado 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2006ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD———Rear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2006ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2006DodgeRam 1500SportStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500SportCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500SLTStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500SLTCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500STStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500STCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500LaramieStandard Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006DodgeRam 1500LaramieCrew Cab Pickup—RearExc. Mega Cab; FCS
2006GMCSierra 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2006GMCSierra 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2006GMCSierra 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2006GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2005ChevroletCheyenne——4WDRearFCS
2005ChevroletSilverado 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2005ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD———Rear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2005ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———RearFCS
2005DodgeRam 1500SLT——RearFCS
2005DodgeRam 1500ST——RearFCS
2005DodgeRam 1500Laramie——RearFCS
2005GMCSierra 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2005GMCSierra 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2005GMCSierra 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2005GMCSierra 2500 HD———RearFCS
2004ChevroletCheyenne——4WDRearFCS
2004ChevroletSilverado 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2004ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2004ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2004DodgeRam 1500SLT——RearFCS
2004DodgeRam 1500ST——RearFCS
2004DodgeRam 1500Laramie——RearFCS
2004GMCSierra 1500—Crew Cab PickupRWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2004GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2004GMCSierra 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2003ChevroletCheyenne——4WDRearFCS
2003ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2003ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2003ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2003ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2003DodgeRam 1500Laramie——RearFCS
2003DodgeRam 1500ST——RearFCS
2003DodgeRam 1500SLT——RearFCS
2003GMCSierra 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2003GMCSierra 1500 HD——RWDRearFCS
2003GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2003GMCSierra 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2002ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2002ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension); FCS
2002ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2002ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2002ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2002DodgeRam 1500SLT——RearFCS
2002DodgeRam 1500ST——RearFCS
2002GMCSierra 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2002GMCSierra 1500 HD——RWDRearFCS
2002GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2002GMCSierra 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2001ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2001ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension); FCS
2001ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD——RWDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2001ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2001ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2001GMCSierra 1500 HD——4WDRear(Exc. Electronic Suspension and Quadrasteer); FCS
2001GMCSierra 1500 HD——RWDRearFCS
2001GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2001GMCSierra 2500 HD———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2000ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
2000GMCSierra 2500———Rear(9200 GVW); FCS
2000GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
1999ChevroletSilverado 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS
1999GMCSierra 2500———RearUp to 8600 GVW excluding Quadrasteer.; FCS