FCS 342778 Shock Absorber - Rear

Rear Shock Absorber for Honda Odyssey

FCS 342778 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey models. It is built around the listed compressed length of 13.98 inches, extended length of 22.48 inches, and 8.5 inches of stroke to match the rear suspension travel required for this application.

Key Features

• Rear shock absorber for 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey
• Compressed length: 13.98 inches
• Extended length: 22.48 inches
• Stroke length: 8.5 inches
• FCS part number 342778 for rear suspension service

Detailed Product Overview

FCS 342778 is a suspension shock absorber specified for the rear position on the Honda Odyssey across the 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years. The dimensional specs are important for rear ride height control and suspension movement, since compressed length, extended length, and stroke must align with the vehicle’s rear suspension geometry. For buyers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey, FCS 342778 provides a direct fitment reference by year and position.

The FCS brand line is identified here simply as FCS, and this part is cataloged under the same line and brand name. If you are cross-shopping by reference, this part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. The part number 342778 is useful when verifying the correct rear shock absorber for Honda Odyssey service work.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear suspension noise from a worn shock absorber
• Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
• Reduced rear damping control on a Honda Odyssey
• Uneven rear ride behavior caused by shock wear
• Loss of suspension travel consistency at the rear position

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the rear position and verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke against the existing unit before installation. For fitment, use the vehicle listing exactly as shown: Fits 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey, rear. Match the part number 342778 to the rear shock absorber location during ordering and service verification.

Quality Assurance

FCS catalogs this shock absorber with application-specific fitment data for the Honda Odyssey rear suspension. Review the listed dimensions and vehicle coverage before installation to confirm the correct rear shock absorber selection.