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Monroe 5527 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | Monroe 5527 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 13.74 |
| Dust Shield | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | Yes |
| Extended Hydraulic Lockout | No |
| Extended Length | 23.02 |
| Lower Mounting Code | LS42 |
| Lower Mounting Type | Loop Bushing & Sleeve Mount - 14MM Sleeve ID X 1.5/16" Sleeve OAL |
| Reserve Tube Diameter | 1.75 |
| Travel Length | 9.28 |
| Upper Mounting Code | S1 |
| Upper Mounting Type | Stem Mount - Stem Length X M10 Thread Pitch |
| Product line | OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| Fits | Volkswagen · 27 vehicles |
Factory-style performance. Restores original drivability with precise handling and control.
Noise reduction. Filters out vibration and harshness for a smoother ride.
OESpectrum line. Monroe engineering tuned for passenger car shock absorbers.
Cross-references KYB 349137, KYB 3430019 and 5C0513025AE for the same application. See all 7.
Monroe OESpectrum Rear Shock for Beetle
The Monroe OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber, part number 5527, is built to restore factory-style drivability and road control on select Volkswagen Beetle rear applications. It focuses on handling precision while filtering out noise, vibration, and harshness for a more controlled ride.
Key Features
- Monroe OESpectrum passenger car shock absorber for rear suspension use
- Part number 5527 for select Volkswagen Beetle rear fitment
- Extended bumper stop included for added suspension protection at full extension
- Stem upper mount with M10 thread pitch for direct-fit installation on listed applications
- Loop bushing and sleeve lower mount with 14 mm sleeve ID and 1.5/16 in. sleeve OAL
- Reserve tube diameter: 1.75 in.; travel length: 9.28 in.
- Compressed length: 13.74 in.; extended length: 23.02 in.
Product Details
Monroe’s OESpectrum line is aimed at OE-style ride quality, with damping characteristics that help bring back original factory feel without sacrificing control. For rear suspension service on the Volkswagen Beetle, part number 5527 is a practical choice when replacing a worn shock that has lost damping consistency, created excess bounce, or allowed the rear of the vehicle to feel unsettled over uneven pavement. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Compatible With 2019 Volkswagen Beetle, rear, and 2012-2018 Volkswagen Beetle, rear. Search terms such as rear shock absorber for 2012-2018 Volkswagen Beetle, Monroe 5527 rear shock for Volkswagen Beetle, and OE-style rear suspension shock for 2019 Volkswagen Beetle align with this application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
- Reduced body control during cornering or lane changes
- Harshness and vibration transmitted through the rear suspension
- Uneven or unstable ride feel from a worn shock absorber
- Loss of factory-like damping response on stock suspension setups
Installation Notes
Verify upper stem and lower loop mounting points before installation, and confirm the listed compressed and extended lengths match the vehicle’s rear suspension geometry. This shock is specified for rear placement on the Volkswagen Beetle applications shown above. Inspect surrounding suspension components, including bushings and mounts, before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Monroe OESpectrum shocks are engineered to return a vehicle toward original factory drivability and performance while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness. Part number 5527 is built for the listed Volkswagen Beetle rear applications and follows Monroe’s OE-focused product line approach.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Beetle | SE | Hatchback | Rear | OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Sportline | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | SEL | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | #PinkBeetle | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | SE | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Pink | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Sport | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Sportline | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Trendline | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Classic | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Denim | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle | S | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Comfortline | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | SEL | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Fleet Edition | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | SE | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Wolfsburg Edition | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Sport | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Turbo | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Trendline | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Allstar | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Classic | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle | S | Hatchback | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Beetle | — | — | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Beetle | — | — | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Beetle | — | — | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Beetle | — | — | Rear | Enhances performance for vehicles with stock components.; OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber |
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