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Monroe 71297 Suspension Strut - Rear
| Brand | Monroe 71297 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Body Length | 11.563 |
| Body Type | SPEC |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 12 |
| Dust Shield Included | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | Yes |
| Extended Length | 19.25 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Parts Pack | P01498 |
| Strut Charging Type | Gas Charged Unit - Strut Rod Will Extend Automatically |
| Travel Length | 7.25 |
| Product line | OESpectrum Strut |
| Fits | Toyota · 5 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Restores factory drivability with precise handling and control.
Gas charged unit. Strut rod extends automatically for consistent operation.
Mounting hardware included. Ready for a more complete installation.
Cross-references Focus Auto Parts 345066, KYB 341191 and PRT 371008 for the same application. See all 4.
Monroe OESpectrum Rear Strut for Toyota Tercel
Restore factory-style ride control on a 1995-1999 Toyota Tercel with the Monroe OESpectrum Strut 71297. This rear suspension strut is built to improve handling precision while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness for a more controlled daily drive.
Key Features
- Rear suspension strut for 1995-1999 Toyota Tercel applications
- Monroe OESpectrum tuning for OE-style drivability and road control
- Gas-charged design with automatic rod extension
- Extended bumper stop included for suspension protection
- Mounting hardware included
- Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application
Product Details
The Monroe OESpectrum Strut 71297 is part of Monroe’s OESpectrum line, which focuses on restoring original factory ride characteristics with balanced damping and consistent control. For Toyota Tercel rear suspension service, this strut is engineered to help maintain stable handling while filtering out harsh road input. The Monroe 71297 is a direct-fit rear strut solution for 1995-1999 Toyota Tercel models and is suited for drivers replacing worn suspension components to recover predictable ride quality.
What This Strut Helps Address
- Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
- Reduced handling stability over uneven pavement
- Noise and vibration from worn suspension damping
- Harsh ride quality caused by aging struts
- Loss of factory-like control in the rear suspension
Installation Notes
Fits 1995-1999 Toyota Tercel, rear. Verify the vehicle’s rear suspension configuration before installation and compare the original strut dimensions to the Monroe 71297 specifications, including compressed length, extended length, and travel length. The gas-charged strut rod extends automatically during handling and installation, so secure the assembly carefully and follow standard suspension service procedures.
Quality Assurance
Monroe designs the OESpectrum line to deliver OE-style ride control and consistent damping performance for everyday driving. Part number 71297 is built for the rear suspension application listed above and follows Monroe’s product-line approach to restoring factory drivability.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Toyota | Tercel | Rear | OESpectrum Strut |
| 1998 | Toyota | Tercel | Rear | OESpectrum Strut |
| 1997 | Toyota | Tercel | Rear | OESpectrum Strut |
| 1996 | Toyota | Tercel | Rear | OESpectrum Strut |
| 1995 | Toyota | Tercel | Rear | OESpectrum Strut |
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