Monroe 65497 Suspension Shock Absorber - Front or Rear

Overview

The Monroe Magnum Shock Absorber 65497 is built for heavy-duty suspension applications that demand consistent damping and fast response. It is a gas-charged, large-bore shock absorber engineered for air spring and taper leaf suspensions on Class 6-8 vehicles.

Compatible With Volvo VNL and Volvo VNR front suspension applications, as well as select Volvo VNM rear and Mack CXN front applications, this shock absorber is specified for demanding truck suspension systems. Part number 65497 is also referenced in OE cross applications for select Volvo and Mack setups.

Key Features

• Gas-charged design for quick suspension response.
• Large-bore construction for heavy-duty control under severe use.
• Metal dust shield helps protect internal components from road debris.
• Extended hydraulic lockout adds control at full extension.
• Loop bushing and sleeve mounts at both ends for direct replacement fitment.

Detailed Description

Monroe’s Magnum Shock Absorber line is focused on heavy truck suspension service, with engineering centered on air spring and taper leaf systems. The 65497 uses a nitrogen gas charge and extra-large piston bore to maintain consistent control in high-mileage, severe-duty operation. Its 5.16-inch travel, 13.15-inch compressed length, and 18.31-inch extended length support the suspension geometry required in the listed applications.

Fits 2000-2020 Volvo VNL, front; Fits 2018-2020 Volvo VNR, front; Fits 2011-2016 Volvo VNM, rear; Fits 2004-2008 Mack CXN, front; Fits 2004 Volvo VN, front; Fits 1998-1999 Volvo VN, front. This part cross-references Dorman - Conduct-Tite 85933 and Dayco 89454 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bounce or reduced damping in heavy truck suspension systems.
• Loss of control from worn shock absorber internals.
• Suspension instability under high-mileage or severe-duty operation.
• Reduced response in air spring and taper leaf suspension setups.
• Fitment issues when replacing the specified OE and interchange applications.

Installation Notes

Verify the mounting style before installation: this shock uses loop bushing and sleeve mounts at both ends. Confirm compressed length, extended length, and travel against the vehicle’s suspension requirements, and match the listed front or rear application exactly.

Quality Assurance

Monroe designs the Magnum Shock Absorber line for demanding commercial suspension service, with a gas-charged, large-bore construction intended to deliver consistent control in heavy-duty use.