PRT Performance Ride 173896 Shock Absorber - Rear

Rear Shock Absorber for Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX

PRT Performance Ride 173896 is a gas-charged rear suspension shock absorber built for 2007-2010 Ford Edge and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX applications. It uses a loop lower mount and bolt upper mount, with a metal dust shield to help protect the rod area in everyday road conditions.

PRT Shock Absorber products focus on direct-fit suspension replacement, and this PRT Performance Ride line unit is specified for rear use on the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX. Part number 173896 is sized with a 15.55 compressed length, 26.42 extended length, and 10.87 inches of shock stroke for the listed rear applications.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for 2007-2010 Ford Edge and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX
• Gas charged design for consistent damping response
• Compressed length: 15.55
• Extended length: 26.42
• Shock stroke / travel length: 10.87
• Lower mount type: loop
• Upper mount type: bolt
• Dust shield included; metal dust shield material
• Body diameter: 1.77
• Non-adjustable design

Detailed Description

PRT Performance Ride 173896 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered for the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX platform from 2007 through 2010. The PRT Shock Absorber line is built around direct replacement fitment, and this unit uses a loop lower mount with a bolt-style upper mount to match the listed rear suspension configuration. With gas charging and a metal dust shield, it is specified to support controlled rear suspension movement while helping protect the shock rod area from road debris.

This part number, 173896, is a practical choice when replacing a worn rear shock on a 2007-2010 Ford Edge or 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX. The listed dimensions, including 15.55 compressed length and 26.42 extended length, help confirm application match before installation.

What It Helps Address

• Rear-end bouncing or excessive rebound over uneven pavement
• Reduced ride control from a worn rear shock absorber
• Noise or instability caused by degraded suspension damping
• Uneven rear suspension response during braking or cornering
• Road debris exposure around the shock rod area

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear mounting style, compressed length, and extended length against the original shock before installation. Confirm that the vehicle is a 2007-2010 Ford Edge or 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX, rear position, and compare the loop lower mount and bolt upper mount to the OE unit. Inspect surrounding suspension components, including bushings and mounting points, so the new shock absorber can operate correctly after replacement.

For fitment searches, this part is commonly referenced as a rear shock absorber for Ford Edge rear suspension and Lincoln MKX rear suspension applications. Part number 173896 should be matched to the listed vehicle and position before purchase.

Quality Assurance

PRT Performance Ride 173896 is part of the PRT Shock Absorber product line, with application-specific dimensions and mounting points listed for the confirmed rear fitments. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.