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OESpectrum StrutMonroe 72481 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | Monroe 72481 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left |
| Body Length | 10.98 |
| Body Type | B4 |
| Compressed Bumper Stop | No |
| Compressed Length | 11.02 |
| Dust Shield Included | No |
| Extended Bumper Stop | No |
| Extended Length | 16.46 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Parts Pack | BE17110613 |
| Strut Charging Type | Gas Charged Unit - Strut Rod Will Extend Automatically |
| Travel Length | 5.44 |
| Product line | OESpectrum Strut |
| Fits | Mini · 131 vehicles |
OE-style restoration. Returns factory drivability with precise handling and control.
Gas charged unit. Strut rod extends automatically for consistent response.
Mounting hardware included. Helps streamline installation with the needed pieces.
Cross-references Focus Auto Parts 1335614L, Focus Auto Parts 1345820L and KYB 334622 for the same application. See all 11.
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Suspension Struts are typically replaced in pairs, axle by axle.
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Monroe OESpectrum Strut for Mini Cooper
Restore factory-style ride control on the front left corner of your Mini Cooper with the Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72481. This gas-charged suspension strut is built to improve handling precision while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness for a more controlled daily drive.
Compatible with Mini Cooper front left applications from 2007-2016, including 2009-2015 models without Electronic Adjustable Suspension and 2012-2015 models without the Sport Package. Monroe 72481 is a direct-fit suspension strut for drivers replacing worn OE-style front suspension components.
Key Features
- Monroe OESpectrum Strut line focused on factory drivability and road control
- Gas-charged unit with automatic rod extension
- Front left suspension strut for Mini Cooper applications
- Mounting hardware included
- Compressed length: 11.02 in; extended length: 16.46 in
- Travel length: 5.44 in for suspension movement control
- Body type: B4
Product Details
The Monroe OESpectrum Strut 72481 is engineered for Mini Cooper owners who want OE-style ride quality without sacrificing steering response. The OESpectrum product line focuses on balancing handling precision with comfort by filtering out unwanted road inputs, making it a practical choice for restoring front suspension performance on the Mini Cooper. This part cross-references KYB 334622 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or rebound
- Reduced steering stability over uneven pavement
- Noise and vibration from a worn strut assembly
- Uneven ride control at the front left suspension corner
- Loss of factory-like drivability on Mini Cooper models
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2007-2008 Mini Cooper, front left. Fits 2009-2015 Mini Cooper, front left, without Electronic Adjustable Suspension. Fits 2012-2015 Mini Cooper, front left, without Sport Package. Fits 2016 Mini Cooper, front left. Verify suspension configuration before ordering, since fitment varies by equipment package. Monroe 72481 includes mounting hardware and is a gas-charged strut that extends automatically during installation.
Quality Assurance
Monroe OESpectrum struts are built to restore original factory drivability and performance while maintaining handling control and ride comfort. Part number 72481 is made for direct replacement use on the specified Mini Cooper front left applications.
This part fits 131 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Mini | Cooper | — | — | — | — | Front Left | OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster S | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | S HighGate | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2015 | Mini | Cooper | — | Coupe | — | — | Front Left | without Sport Package; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster S | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | S HighGate | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | — | Coupe | — | — | Front Left | without Sport Package; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2014 | Mini | Cooper | — | Hatchback | 1.6L | L4 | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Baker Street | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Hyde Park | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S All Black | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Oxford Street | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | All Black | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S HighGate | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Bayswater | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Bayswater | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Green Park | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Yours | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Green Park | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Yours | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Redcliffe | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Oxford Street | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Yours | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S Hyde Park | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Oxford Street | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Classic | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2013 | Mini | Cooper | — | Coupe | — | — | Front Left | without Sport Package; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | All Black | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Roadster | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Yours | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S Yours | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S Redcliffe | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Yours | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Classic | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2012 | Mini | Cooper | — | Coupe | — | — | Front Left | without Sport Package; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | S Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | All Black | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | S Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2011 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Laurel | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Laurel | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Camden | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Ray | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Camden | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Mayfair | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Early Grey | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Hot Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Mayfair | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2010 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Pepper | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S Sidewalk | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S | Convertible | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S Hot Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S Salt | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | Chili | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2009 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; OESpectrum Strut |
| 2008 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | OESpectrum Strut |
| 2008 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | OESpectrum Strut |
| 2007 | Mini | Cooper | Base | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | OESpectrum Strut |
| 2007 | Mini | Cooper | S | Hatchback | — | — | Front Left | OESpectrum Strut |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 11 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Focus Auto Parts — 1335614LFocus Auto Parts — 1345820LKYB — 33462231316781903313167822073131678220931316782211313167845133131678451531316789551G52297