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Monroe 72445 Suspension Strut - Rear Right
| Brand | Monroe 72445 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Right |
| Body Length | 17.4375 |
| Body Type | B9 |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 17.9375 |
| Dust Shield Included | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | No |
| Extended Length | 25.3125 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Parts Pack | None |
| Strut Charging Type | Gas Charged Unit - Strut Rod Will Extend Automatically |
| Travel Length | 7.375 |
| Product line | OESpectrum Strut |
| Fits | Subaru · 3 vehicles |
Factory drivability restored. Monroe OESpectrum strut helps return original handling and control.
Gas charged unit. Strut rod extends automatically for consistent operation.
Noise, vibration, harshness. Filters out road harshness for a quieter ride.
Cross-references Focus Auto Parts 331845R, KYB 339149 and 470465 for the same application. See all 4.
Monroe OESpectrum Rear Right Strut for Subaru Forester
Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72445 is a gas-charged suspension strut built to restore factory-style drivability and road control. It is a direct-fit rear right strut for 2006-2008 Subaru Forester models without self leveling suspension, with tuning aimed at reducing noise, vibration, and harshness.
Key Features
- Fits 2006-2008 Subaru Forester, rear right
- Monroe OESpectrum Strut line for OE-style ride control
- Gas charged unit with automatic rod extension
- Compressed length: 17.9375 in; extended length: 25.3125 in
- Travel length: 7.375 in
- Body type: B9; body length: 17.4375 in
- Designed to filter road noise, vibration, and harshness
Product Details
The Monroe OESpectrum line focuses on restoring original factory drivability while maintaining precise handling response. For Subaru Forester rear suspension service, part number 72445 provides the correct rear right application for 2006, 2007, and 2008 models without self leveling suspension. This Monroe 72445 strut is a practical OE-style replacement when the goal is to recover stable ride control and consistent damping performance.
This part cross-references KYB 339149 and Focus Auto Parts 331845R for the same application.
Common Problems It Can Help Address
- Excessive bouncing or poor rebound control at the rear suspension
- Harsh ride quality over broken pavement
- Noise and vibration coming from a worn rear strut
- Reduced handling precision in a Subaru Forester
- Uneven rear suspension response during normal driving
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With 2006-2008 Subaru Forester, rear right, without self leveling suspension. Verify the vehicle’s suspension configuration before ordering, since this application excludes self leveling suspension. Mounting hardware, dust shield, bumper stops, and parts pack are not included. Compare compressed length, extended length, and body dimensions to the removed strut before installation. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement.
Quality Assurance
Monroe positions the OESpectrum Strut line as an OE-style replacement engineered to restore factory drivability and performance while controlling harshness. Part number 72445 is built for the specified Subaru Forester rear right application and follows Monroe’s suspension product standards.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Subaru | Forester | Rear Right | without Self Leveling Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2007 | Subaru | Forester | Rear Right | without Self Leveling Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2006 | Subaru | Forester | Rear Right | without Self Leveling Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
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