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Monroe 37281 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | Monroe 37281 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 12.3 |
| Dust Shield | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | Yes |
| Extended Hydraulic Lockout | No |
| Extended Length | 18.7 |
| Lower Mounting Code | LS43 |
| Lower Mounting Type | Loop Bushing & Sleeve Mount - 14MM Sleeve ID X 1,9/16" Sleeve OAL |
| Parts Pack | None |
| Travel Length | 6.4 |
| Upper Mounting Code | LS43 |
| Upper Mounting Type | Loop Bushing & Sleeve Mount - 14MM Sleeve ID X 39.69MM Sleeve OAL |
| Product line | OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber |
| Fits | Kia · 4 vehicles |
Factory-style ride control. Restores original drivability with precise handling and control.
Noise, vibration, harshness. Filters out road harshness for a quieter, smoother ride.
Loop bushing mounts. Upper and lower sleeve mounts support a straightforward shock replacement.
Cross-references Focus Auto Parts 342537, KYB 349005 and 5.53003e35 for the same application. See all 8.
Monroe OESpectrum Rear Shock for Kia Sorento
The Monroe OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber, part number 37281, is built for rear suspension service on the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento without self-leveling suspension. It is engineered to restore factory-style drivability while improving handling precision and reducing noise, vibration, and harshness.
Key Features
- Rear shock absorber for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento without self-leveling suspension
- Monroe OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber line for OE-style ride control
- Loop bushing and sleeve mounts at both ends
- Upper and lower mounting code: LS43
- Extended length: 18.7 in; compressed length: 12.3 in; travel length: 6.4 in
- Extended bumper stop included by design
- Dust shield not included
Product Details
Monroe 37281 is part of the OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber line, a product line focused on restoring original factory drivability and performance for light truck applications. For the Kia Sorento, this rear shock uses a loop bushing and sleeve mount configuration with a 14 mm sleeve ID and LS43 mounting codes at both ends, making it a direct-match style replacement for the listed application. This part cross-references KYB 349005 and Focus Auto Parts 342537 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive rear bounce over bumps
- Reduced rear-end control during braking and cornering
- Noise and vibration from worn rear shocks
- Harsh or unsettled ride quality
- Loss of factory-like damping response on the Kia Sorento
Installation Notes
Compatible With 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, rear. Verify that the vehicle does not use self-leveling suspension before ordering. Confirm mount style, sleeve dimensions, and shock length against the original unit before installation. Part number 37281 is a rear suspension shock absorber and should be matched to the listed position only.
Quality Assurance
Monroe designs the OESpectrum line to deliver controlled damping with reduced noise, vibration, and harshness for OE-style ride quality. The part is built for application-specific replacement on the listed Kia Sorento models.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Kia | Sorento | Rear | Fits vehicles without self-leveling suspension as a recommended OE application-specific replacement.; OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber |
| 2005 | Kia | Sorento | Rear | Fits vehicles without self-leveling suspension as a recommended OE application-specific replacement.; OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber |
| 2004 | Kia | Sorento | Rear | Fits vehicles without self-leveling suspension as a recommended OE application-specific replacement.; OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber |
| 2003 | Kia | Sorento | Rear | Fits vehicles without self-leveling suspension as a recommended OE application-specific replacement.; OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber |
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