FCS 342547 Shock Absorber - Rear

Rear Shock Absorber for Equinox, Terrain, Vue, and Torrent

FCS 342547 is a rear suspension shock absorber built around the listed compressed length of 13.39 inches, extended length of 21.57 inches, and 8.18 inches of stroke. It is a direct-fit rear shock option for select Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Saturn Vue, Pontiac Torrent, and Suzuki XL-7 applications.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for listed GM and Suzuki applications
• Compressed length: 13.39 in.
• Extended length: 21.57 in.
• Stroke length: 8.18 in.
• FCS part number 342547 for application-specific lookup
• Compatible With 2005-2017 Chevrolet Equinox, rear
• Compatible With 2010-2017 GMC Terrain, rear
• Compatible With 2008-2010 Saturn Vue, rear
• Compatible With 2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent, rear; not compatible with vehicles equipped with sport suspension
• Compatible With 2007-2009 Suzuki XL-7, rear; without 3rd row seating
• Compatible With 2006-2007 Pontiac Torrent, rear

Detailed Description

FCS 342547 is a rear suspension shock absorber for vehicles that need the correct rear damping dimensions and fitment. The listed compressed length, extended length, and stroke length help identify the proper replacement for rear suspension service on the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Saturn Vue, Pontiac Torrent, and Suzuki XL-7. This part number, 342547, is a fitment-specific choice for rear shock replacement on the applications shown.

FCS is the brand line identified for this suspension shock absorber, and this listing is focused on the rear position only. For shoppers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2005-2017 Chevrolet Equinox, rear or a rear shock absorber for 2010-2017 GMC Terrain, rear, this part provides the application details needed for catalog matching.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear-end bounce after bumps or dips
• Excessive body movement over uneven pavement
• Reduced rear suspension control during normal driving
• Worn shock replacement on high-mileage rear suspension systems
• Noise or instability associated with degraded rear damping

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear suspension fitment by year, make, model, and notes before ordering. This application excludes 2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent vehicles equipped with sport suspension and 2007-2009 Suzuki XL-7 vehicles with 3rd row seating. Confirm the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original rear shock absorber before installation. Professional installation is recommended for proper suspension service and final inspection of mounting points and surrounding components.

Quality Assurance

FCS 342547 is cataloged with exact dimensional data and vehicle-specific rear fitment for the listed applications, supporting accurate replacement selection for suspension repair.