Monroe 902965 Suspension Strut Mount - Front

Monroe Strut-Mate Mounting Kit 902965

Monroe Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit 902965 is built for front suspension service on select Cadillac, Buick, and Oldsmobile applications. It pairs with Monroe struts to reduce noise and vibration while restoring proper strut mounting support during strut or spring replacement.

Key Features

• Strut mount, bearing, spacer, parts package, and nut included in the kit contents
• Supports quieter operation by helping isolate noise and vibration at the strut tower
• Matches Monroe ride control characteristics when used with Monroe struts
• Front suspension strut mount for select Cadillac Eldorado, DeVille, Seville, and Allante applications
• Cross-reference part numbers include KYB SM5282 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286

Product Details

Monroe 902965 is a Strut-Mate mounting kit for front suspension service on vehicles such as the Cadillac Eldorado, Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Seville, Cadillac Allante, Buick Riviera, Buick Reatta, and Oldsmobile Toronado. The Strut-Mate product line is Monroe’s mounting and support hardware family for strut replacement, giving technicians the components needed to renew the upper strut connection and maintain proper suspension feel. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and KYB SM5282 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front-end noise from worn strut mounts
• Vibration transferred through the suspension tower
• Loose or degraded upper strut support
• Binding or rough movement at the strut bearing area
• Service issues during conventional strut or spring replacement

Installation Notes

Fits 1997-2002 Cadillac Eldorado, front; 1987-1992 Cadillac Eldorado, front; 1997-1999 Cadillac DeVille, front with Electronic Suspension; 1987-1997 Cadillac Seville, front; 1994-1996 Cadillac DeVille, front; 1993-1996 Cadillac Eldorado, front without Electronic Adjustable Suspension; 1990-1993 Buick Riviera, front; 1987-1992 Cadillac Allante, front; 1990-1992 Oldsmobile Toronado, front; and 1990-1991 Buick Reatta, front. Verify suspension configuration before installation, especially on DeVille and Eldorado models with electronic suspension notes. Replace the mount during strut service to maintain correct alignment of the upper strut assembly.

Quality Assurance

Monroe designs Strut-Mate mounting kits to complement Monroe struts and reduce noise and vibration at the suspension mount. Part number 902965 is built for direct-fit front applications listed above and supports a proper strut replacement service on compatible Cadillac, Buick, and Oldsmobile vehicles.