Monroe 5868 Shock Absorber - Rear

Monroe OESpectrum 5868 Rear Shock Absorber

Monroe OESpectrum 5868 is a rear suspension shock absorber for select Volvo passenger cars. It is built to restore factory-style drivability while improving handling precision and reducing noise, vibration, and harshness.

Key Features

• Rear shock absorber for suspension service and OE-style replacement
• Compressed length: 11.5 in.; extended length: 17.5 in.; travel length: 6 in.
• Dust shield included with metal dust shield material
• Extended bumper stop: yes; compressed bumper stop: no
• Upper mount: loop bushing and sleeve mount, 1/2 in. sleeve ID x 38.1 mm sleeve OAL
• Lower mount: loop bushing and sleeve mount, 12 mm sleeve ID x 1.7/8 in. sleeve OAL
• Fits 1990-1993 Volvo 240, rear, without Automatic Leveling System
• Fits 1984 Volvo DL, rear, without Automatic Leveling System
• Fits 1984 Volvo GLE, rear, without Automatic Leveling System

Product Details

Built for Volvo 240 rear suspension service, Monroe 5868 helps return the vehicle to original factory drivability and control. The OESpectrum passenger car shock absorber line focuses on precise damping and reduced cabin disturbance, making it a practical choice when replacing a worn rear shock on a 1990-1993 Volvo 240, or on 1984 Volvo DL and Volvo GLE models without Automatic Leveling System. This part cross-references KYB 343010 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Reduced stability during braking or cornering
• Noise or harshness from a worn rear shock absorber
• Uneven ride control at the rear of the vehicle
• Loss of damping performance from age or mileage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear suspension configuration before ordering, especially the absence of Automatic Leveling System on the listed Volvo applications. Compare the existing shock absorber’s compressed and extended dimensions, along with upper and lower mount styles, to confirm proper replacement. Inspect mounting bushings, sleeves, and surrounding suspension components during installation, and replace any worn hardware or bushings as needed.

Quality Assurance

Monroe OESpectrum shocks are engineered as OE-style replacement components for passenger car suspension service, with a focus on restoring factory-like ride control and filtering out road noise and vibration.