Monroe 32238 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

Monro-Matic Plus Rear Shock Absorber

The Monroe Monro-Matic Plus Shock Absorber, part number 32238, is built for rear suspension service on select Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series trucks. It uses a nitrogen gas charge and Velocity Proportional Valving to deliver controlled damping and a more comfortable ride at an economical price.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for select Ford Ranger, Mazda B4000, and Mazda B3000 applications
• Nitrogen gas charged for consistent response
• Velocity Proportional Valving (VPV) for tuned ride control
• Metal dust shield included to help protect the shaft area
• Upper loop bushing mount with 5/8 in. bushing ID and 1.5/16 in. bushing OAL
• Lower loop bushing and sleeve mount with 12 mm sleeve ID and 1.1/2 in. sleeve OAL
• Extended length: 26.41 in.; compressed length: 15.34 in.; travel length: 11.07 in.

Product Details

Monroe’s Monro-Matic Plus line focuses on practical ride control for everyday driving, combining gas-charged construction with VPV technology to vary damping response as suspension movement changes. Part number 32238 is a rear shock absorber with a metal dust shield and loop-style mounting at both ends, making it a direct service part for trucks that need stable rear suspension performance. This part cross-references KYB 344079 for the same application.

Compatible With 1983-2011 Ford Ranger, rear; 1994-2009 Mazda B4000, rear; and 1994-2008 Mazda B3000, rear. The Monroe 32238 is a fitment-based replacement for rear shock service on these platforms, including long-running Ford Ranger rear shock absorber applications and Mazda B4000/B3000 rear suspension repair.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced body control over rough pavement
• Rear-end instability during braking or load changes
• Uneven ride quality from worn shock damping
• Noise or wear related to deteriorated shock mounts or shaft protection

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment by year, make, model, and mounting style before installation. Confirm the compressed length, extended length, and travel length match the suspension’s operating range, especially on Ford Ranger and Mazda B-series rear applications. Inspect mounting bushings, sleeves, and surrounding hardware for wear before installing the new shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

Monroe engineers the Monro-Matic Plus line for dependable suspension service with gas-charged construction and VPV damping control. Part number 32238 is built to meet the dimensional and mounting requirements listed for the confirmed rear applications.