Monroe 911188 Shock Absorber - Front

Monroe Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber 911188

The Monroe Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber 911188 is built for front suspension use on 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500 models. It uses ASD valving technology to react to changing road inputs and help control body motion in vehicles with a higher center of gravity.

Key Features

• Front shock absorber for 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500
• ASD valving adjusts damping response to road impact
• Helps reduce roll and dive in light truck applications
• Metal dust shield included for added protection
• Upper stem mount and lower loop bushing & sleeve mount
• Extended bumper stop included

Reflex Light Truck Product Line

Monroe Reflex Light Truck shocks are aimed at trucks and SUVs that sit higher and carry more weight transfer during braking, cornering, and uneven-road driving. This line focuses on controlled damping response rather than a fixed-rate feel, which is useful for front suspension service on the Dodge Ram 1500.

Detailed Description

Part number 911188 is a Monroe suspension shock absorber with a 5.125-inch travel length, 10.75-inch compressed length, and 15.875-inch extended length. The upper mount is a stem mount with 2.5/8-inch stem length and 1/2-13 thread pitch, while the lower mount uses a loop bushing and sleeve design with a 9/16-inch sleeve ID and 1.5/8-inch sleeve OAL. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end dive during braking
• Body roll in higher-center-of-gravity trucks
• Harsh response over bumps and road joints
• Worn or leaking front shock absorber replacement needs
• Uneven ride control on 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500 front suspension

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the upper stem mount and lower loop bushing & sleeve mount before installation. Confirm compressed and extended lengths against the existing shock and inspect surrounding suspension components, bump stops, and mounting points for wear before replacing the unit. Use the vehicle’s service procedure for torque and alignment checks after installation.

Quality Assurance

Monroe Reflex Light Truck shock absorbers are engineered for controlled damping in light truck applications. This part is listed with a limited lifetime warranty on the shock absorber for the 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500 front application.