KYB KG5572 Suspension Shock Absorber - Front

KYB Gas-a-just Front Shock Absorber

The KYB Gas-a-just KG5572 is a front suspension shock absorber built for Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis applications that need firmer control than a standard twin-tube design. Its monotube construction separates gas and oil for consistent damping response and reduced fade during demanding driving.

Gas-a-just Performance Line

KYB Gas-a-just shocks are part of a performance-focused line for vehicles that work, tow, or run larger, heavier tires and wheels. The KG5572 uses a high-pressure monotube layout with an air-free hydraulic working area and a separate nitrogen gas chamber, helping the shock react quickly while maintaining a controlled ride in normal driving.

Key Features

• Adds up to 25% more damping performance over original equipment shocks
• Components and valving are tuned for the listed vehicle applications
• High-pressure monotube design separates gas and oil for fade-free operation and fast response
• Triple chrome plated piston rod helps reduce seal wear and fluid leakage
• Higher gas pressure improves steering response
• Supports electronic safety systems by helping the suspension operate as the vehicle manufacturer intended
• Dust cover included
• Compressed length: 9.37 in; extended length: 13.82 in; stroke length: 4.45 in

Detailed Description

KYB KG5572 is engineered as a front shock absorber for 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1990-2002 Lincoln Town Car, and 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis applications. It is a monotube shock absorber with separate gas and oil chambers, which helps maintain consistent damping under load and reduces the fade associated with aeration in conventional twin-tube designs. This part number, KG5572, is a direct-fit suspension upgrade for drivers looking for more controlled front-end response without changing the vehicle’s basic suspension layout.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 5960) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced steering response during lane changes or braking
• Shock fade during repeated suspension movement
• Control loss from worn OE-style dampers
• Ride instability on vehicles with heavier wheels or tires

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, front, excluding Police Car and Taxi models. Fits 1990-2002 Lincoln Town Car, front; replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fits 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, front, excluding Police Car and Taxi models. Verify mount types before installation: lower mount type E3 (51.6 x 72 x 20) and upper mount type S1. Confirm compressed and extended length measurements against the original part before service.

Quality Assurance

KYB designs Gas-a-just shocks with vehicle-specific valving and a monotube layout to maintain consistent damping performance. The KG5572 is built to support the suspension behavior expected by the vehicle’s braking and electronic safety systems when installed on the listed applications.