KYB 565006 Shock Absorber - Front

KYB MonoMax Front Shock Absorber

The KYB MonoMax 565006 is a heavy-duty front shock absorber built for Ford trucks and SUVs that carry weight, tow, or see rough road use. Its monotube design is tuned for added control and consistent damping, with fitment coverage for select 1997-2004 Ford F-150, F-150 Heritage, Expedition, and F-250 front applications.

Key Features

• Large-bore monotube construction for improved handling and control
• Up to 40% more damping performance than standard shock absorbers
• Zinc-coated stainless steel piston ring for a positive seal in severe conditions
• Rubber dust boot included to help protect the shaft and seal area
• Engineered to work with vehicles equipped with electronic safety systems such as ESC and ABS
• Front shock absorber for select Ford truck and SUV applications

Product Details

KYB MonoMax is the brand’s heavy-duty shock line for trucks and high center-of-gravity vehicles that need firmer control under load. Part number 565006 uses a monotube design that responds quickly to changing road conditions and helps maintain fade-free performance during towing, hauling, and off-road driving. The compressed length is 9.76 inches, extended length is 14.25 inches, and stroke length is 4.49 inches. Mounting is E2(12.8x40) at the lower end and S1 at the upper end, with a dust cover included and an R-stop design.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 911133 for the same application.

Used For

• Front-end bounce or reduced control on a Ford F-150 or F-150 Heritage
• Suspension fade during towing or hauling in a Ford Expedition or Ford F-250
• Replacing worn front shocks on 1997-2004 Ford truck and SUV applications
• Improving stability on lifted or load-carrying front suspension setups within listed fitment
• Restoring damping response after extended use on rough roads

Installation Notes

• Fits 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, front, Maximum Monotube Performance Upgrade; (Exc. Off-Road Package); MonoMax
• Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150, front, Upgrade to monotube shock absorbers for improved performance; MonoMax
• Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150, front, Lift Replacement Shocks; (Exc. 7700 GVW Package); Lift = 0-1; MonoMax
• Fits 2000-2003 Ford F-150, front, Lift Replacement Shocks; w/ 7700 GVW Package; Lift = 0-1; MonoMax
• Fits 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, front, Maximum Monotube Performance Upgrade; (Exc. Four Corner Air Leveling System); MonoMax
• Fits 1997-1999 Ford F-250, front, Maximum Monotube Performance Upgrade; (Less Than 8500GVW)(Exc. Rear Air Leveling); Standard Suspension; MonoMax
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford F-250, front, Lift Replacement Shocks; (Less Than 8500GVW); Lift = 0-1; MonoMax
• Verify suspension configuration, GVW package, and lift height before ordering to match the listed application exactly.

Quality Assurance

KYB builds the MonoMax line for demanding truck use, with a monotube shock design, corrosion-resistant piston ring, and protective dust boot to support durability in harsh conditions. Part number 565006 is built for the listed Ford applications and is engineered to maintain consistent damping performance under load.