Westar ST-6981 Suspension Shock Absorber Mount - Rear

Rear Suspension Shock Absorber Mount for Ford, Mazda, and Lincoln

Westar ST-6981 is a rear suspension shock absorber mount built for vehicles that need a secure upper mounting point, controlled suspension movement, and reduced road noise transfer. It is engineered for applications including the Ford Escape, Ford Focus, Ford C-Max, Lincoln MKC, Mazda 3, and Mazda 5.

Key Features

• Provides a pivot point that allows the suspension to rotate within proper operating dynamics for steering response and tire and component wear control
• Locks the strut and body together to maintain a stable rear suspension connection
• Includes a noise-dampening function to reduce road vibration and cabin noise
• Built with application-specific materials and a protective finish for durability and appearance
• Direct replacement style for rear suspension service on listed vehicles

Detailed Description

Westar ST-6981 is a rear shock absorber mount designed for suspension service where the upper mount must support movement, secure the strut assembly, and isolate vibration. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 906981) for the same application. It is a fitment-based solution for rear suspension repair on 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2013-2018 Ford C-Max, 2012-2018 Ford Focus, 2012-2017 Mazda 5, 2006-2010 Mazda 5, and 2004-2012 Mazda 3. The ST-6981 is intended for drivers replacing a worn rear strut mount on these Ford, Mazda, and Lincoln platforms.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or knocking from the rear suspension mount area
• Excess vibration transmitted into the vehicle body
• Loose or unstable rear strut-to-body connection
• Uneven suspension movement that can affect tire and component wear
• Reduced steering and chassis control caused by mount wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Install ST-6981 only on the rear position listed for the confirmed vehicle application. Verify year, make, and model before service, and inspect the surrounding strut components, bushings, and hardware condition during replacement. For best results, compare the removed part to the new mount before installation and follow the vehicle service procedure for rear suspension disassembly and reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Westar states that its strut mounts are made with application-specific materials and finished to help extend service life while maintaining a clean appearance. Part number ST-6981 is built to meet the needs of the listed rear suspension applications.