Monroe 33200 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

Monro-Matic Plus Rear Shock Absorber

The Monroe Monro-Matic Plus Shock Absorber, part number 33200, is built for rear suspension service on select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner models. It combines nitrogen gas charge with Velocity Proportional Valving (VPV) to help deliver controlled ride comfort at an economical price.

Key Features

• Monroe Monro-Matic Plus rear shock absorber for select compact SUV applications
• Nitrogen gas charged for consistent damping response
• Velocity Proportional Valving (VPV) technology for improved ride control
• Metal dust shield included to help protect the shaft area
• Stem mount upper design with 2-3/8" stem length and 3/8"-16 thread pitch
• Extended bumper stop included; compressed bumper stop not included
• Compressed length: 15.18 in; extended length: 25.12 in; travel length: 9.94 in
• Reserve tube diameter: 1.752 in

Product Details

Monroe 33200 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered for drivers who want a straightforward replacement that supports everyday ride quality. The Monro-Matic Plus line focuses on practical comfort and control, using VPV tuning to vary damping response with suspension movement. That makes this Monroe shock absorber a strong match for rear suspension refresh work on the 2008-2012 Ford Escape, 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner.

This part cross-references KYB 349101 and Focus Auto Parts 341952 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear-end bouncing after bumps or dips
• Excessive body motion over uneven pavement
• Reduced ride control from worn rear shocks
• Noisy or harsh rear suspension response
• Uneven handling feel during normal driving

Installation Notes

Compatible With 2008-2012 Ford Escape, rear; 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, rear; and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner, rear. Verify stem mount dimensions, compressed length, and extended length against the original shock before installation. Inspect surrounding suspension components, including mounts and bushings, during replacement to confirm proper operation after service.

Quality Assurance

Monroe backs the Monro-Matic Plus line with engineering focused on long service life and consistent damping performance for everyday driving. Part number 33200 is built to meet the fitment and dimensional requirements listed for the specified rear applications.