Focus Auto Parts 342486 rear shock absorber for the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier and other vehicles damps the movement of the rear springs. This Focus Auto Parts shock absorber, also called a suspension shock absorber, helps keep the axle and tires controlled over bumps.
Oily fluid on the shock body, a bouncy rear end or bottoming out over bumps can mean a rear shock is worn. A bouncy ride alone does not prove the shock is at fault, since a worn bushing or a tired spring could be behind it.
It fits the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier and the 1994-2008 Nissan Pickup. The 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier is listed with the L4-2.4L engine. The shocks on the rear axle are normally replaced together.
One rear shock absorber. The rear axle of these vehicles takes two, so this listing covers half of the pair.
Is this one of the pickup shock absorbers for the 1994-2008 Nissan Pickup?
Yes. Focus Auto Parts 342486 is a rear shock absorber listed for the 1994-2008 Nissan Pickup.
Which engines does the 342486 rear shock cover on the 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier?
Focus Auto Parts 342486 is listed for the 1999-2004 Nissan Frontier with the L4-2.4L engine.
Is 342486 a front or rear shock absorber?
Focus Auto Parts 342486 is a rear shock absorber, so it goes on the rear axle. The catalog lists rear as its position.
How can I tell if a rear shock absorber is worn?
Oily fluid on the shock body, a bouncy rear end or bottoming out over bumps can point to a worn rear shock absorber. A visual look with the vehicle parked is a start; a shop can test the rest.
Does 342486 come as one shock or a pair?
Focus Auto Parts 342486 is one rear shock absorber. The rear axle takes two, so the other side needs its own.
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