KYB 561001 front shock absorber for the 1998-2011 Ford Ranger and other vehicles damps spring movement at the front wheels of heavier trucks. This KYB shock absorber is the MonoMax, a heavy duty monotube gas shock made just for trucks.
- KYB MonoMax large-bore monotube gas design for trucks that tow, haul heavy loads or go off-road
- Monotube design adjusts automatically to driving conditions with fade-free performance
- Zinc-coated piston ring gives a positive seal in the most extreme conditions
- Rubber boot protects the shaft and keeps dirt and debris away from the seals
- Engineered to help vehicles with electronic safety systems such as ESC and ABS
Quick facts
- Part: KYB 561001 shock absorber
- Also called: high pressure monotube gas shock
- Fits: 1998-2011 Ford Ranger and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Condition: New
Bouncing after bumps, nose-dive under braking or fluid on the shock body can mean a worn shock absorber. Before you replace it, rule out loose or worn mounts and bushings, which can give a similar clunk or loose ride. This listing is one shock absorber, and both front sides are normally replaced together.
Fits
The 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer and the 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac fit this shock absorber, as do many other vehicles; the quantity is two, one at each front wheel. If your truck is not named here, find your year and model under the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
Build and materials
- Type: high pressure monotube gas shock
- Piston ring: zinc-coated
- Dust boot: rubber, off-road
- Condition: new
Interchange: 1L2Z18124EA · 1L5Z18124GA · 6C3Z18125KBA · 8L5Z18124AJ · 8L5Z18124AK · 9L5Z18124A · F5TZ18124A · 77678 · 37122
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
1L2Z18124EA, 1L5Z18124GA, 6C3Z18125KBA, 8L5Z18124AJ, 8L5Z18124AK, 9L5Z18124A, F5TZ18124A, 77678, 37122
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Ford Explorer shock absorber fit a 1995-2001 Ford Explorer?
Yes. KYB 561001 is a front shock absorber for the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, and the quantity is two, one at each front wheel.
What does the rubber boot on this KYB absorber protect?
The rubber boot protects the shaft and keeps dirt and debris away from the seals. The shock also has a zinc-coated piston ring for a positive seal.
Is this KYB gas shock absorber meant for towing and hauling?
Yes. The KYB 561001 MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube gas shock for trucks that tow a trailer, haul heavy loads or go off-road.
Is the MonoMax shock engineered for vehicles with ABS and ESC?
Yes. This front shock absorber is engineered to help vehicles with electronic safety systems such as ESC and ABS.
Does KYB 561001 replace Ford number F5TZ18124A?
Yes. F5TZ18124A is among the numbers this KYB 561001 shock absorber replaces, and the Interchange line lists the rest.
