KYB SM5445 Suspension Shock / Strut Mount Bushing - Front Upper

KYB SM5445 Front Upper Strut Mount

KYB SM5445 is a front upper suspension shock absorber / strut mount bushing for select Dodge Sprinter vans. It replaces worn vibration insulators with an OE-quality mount that helps reduce road noise, harshness, and steering vibration.

Built for 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 front upper applications, this KYB Mount Components part supports suspension performance and front-end control where the strut assembly pivots and carries load.

Key Features

• OE-quality replacement strut mount for the front upper position
• Superior rubber helps reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• Mount bearing supports smoother steering response and alignment retention
• Matched-grade studs and nuts for application-specific service
• Designed to restore suspension isolation on worn mounts

Detailed Description

KYB Mount Components are engineered to replace hardened or deteriorated strut mount bushings that can transmit vibration into the cabin and affect steering feel. The SM5445 is part of KYB’s Mount Components line, which focuses on OE-style replacement parts tailored to the vehicle application. On front suspension systems, the bearing plate acts as a steering pivot and supports vehicle weight, making mount condition important to alignment and handling.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application. For buyers searching for a Dodge Sprinter 2500 front upper strut mount or a Dodge Sprinter 3500 front upper strut mount, KYB SM5445 provides a direct replacement option.

What It Helps Fix

• Clunking or knocking from a worn front upper strut mount
• Excess cabin vibration from hardened mount material
• Steering bind or rough steering response at the front suspension
• Front-end alignment drift caused by worn bearing support
• Harsh impact transfer from road bumps into the vehicle body

Installation Notes and Tips

Install SM5445 in the front upper strut mount location only on the listed applications. Inspect the strut assembly, bearing plate, and surrounding suspension components for wear before reassembly. Proper torque and alignment procedures should be followed after service to maintain steering and suspension performance.

Quality Assurance

KYB is known for OE-style suspension replacement components, and the Mount Components line is built around application-specific fit and function. SM5445 is engineered to meet the needs of the listed Dodge Sprinter front upper applications.