KYB SM5097 Suspension Strut Mount - Front

KYB SM5097 Strut Mount for Nissan 300ZX

Restore front suspension feel on the 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX with the KYB SM5097 suspension strut mount. This OE-quality replacement is built to reduce vibration, road noise, and harshness that worn mounts can transmit into the cabin.

KYB Mount Components focus on replacing aging vibration insulators and supporting the steering and suspension interface with application-specific parts. For the Nissan 300ZX front suspension, the SM5097 helps maintain steering response and front-end alignment while cushioning impacts from road bumps.

Key Features

• OE-quality replacement strut mount for front suspension service
• Superior rubber helps reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• Mount bearing supports smoother steering input and alignment retention
• Matched-grade studs and nuts for application-specific fitment
• Designed for the 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX, front

Detailed Description

The KYB SM5097 is part of KYB’s Mount Components line, a product line focused on suspension mounting hardware that restores the function of worn front strut mounts and bearing plates. On vehicles like the Nissan 300ZX, the front mount acts as a steering pivot point and supports vehicle weight, making it a critical wear item for ride quality and steering precision. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 903951 for the same application.

Use the KYB SM5097 when servicing a 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX front suspension and you need a replacement strut mount that addresses noise, vibration, and steering feel without changing the original suspension layout. The part number SM5097 is also useful when searching for a direct-fit front strut mount for this chassis.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or knocking from worn front strut mounts
• Excess vibration transferred into the cabin
• Steering bind or rough steering feel at the front end
• Front-end alignment issues related to worn mount bearings
• Harshness caused by hardened vibration insulators

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX, front. Confirm the vehicle is not equipped with adjustable suspension before ordering, since this application excludes that configuration. Inspect related suspension components during service, including the strut assembly, bearing surfaces, and surrounding hardware, to ensure the repair addresses the full source of wear. The SM5097 part number should be matched to the vehicle’s front suspension layout before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is known for OE-style suspension replacement components, and the SM5097 is built to meet the demands of front suspension service on the Nissan 300ZX. Its design emphasizes fit, steering support, and reduction of vibration-related noise in the front end.