KYB 565018 front shock absorber for the 2011-2013 Ram 2500 and other vehicles damps the up-and-down motion of the suspension. This KYB shock absorber is a high pressure monotube gas shock made for trucks.
- KYB MonoMax large-bore monotube design for heavier trucks and trucks with a high center of gravity
- Tough design that adjusts to driving conditions automatically, with fade-free performance
- Zinc-coated piston ring that gives a positive seal in extreme conditions
- Rubber boot that 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 565018 shock absorber
- Fits: 2011-2013 Ram 2500 and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Condition: New
A worn front shock can show up as oil on the body, a bouncy or floaty ride, or nose dive when you brake. Worn tires, loose bushings or ball joints, or a bent suspension part can produce similar signs, so find the cause before you buy.
Fits
Fitment covers the 2011-2013 Ram 2500, the 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and the 2011-2012 Ram 3500, among others. A 2011-2013 Ram 2500 takes two of these, and both sides are normally replaced together. If your truck is not named here, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section by year and model.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
Build and materials
- Type: High pressure monotube gas
- Piston ring: Zinc-coated
- Dust boot: Off-road dust boot included
- Condition: New
Interchange: 5086591AG · 5086592AB · 5134163AD · 5142498AA · 5174304AF · 5174304AH · 52038440 · 68019276AC · 68019278AA · 68019287AC · 68057363AC · 68057365AB · 68067327AB · 77674 · 911192
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5086591AG, 5086592AB, 5134163AD, 5142498AA, 5174304AF, 5174304AH, 52038440, 68019276AC, 68019278AA, 68019287AC, 68057363AC, 68057365AB, 68067327AB, 77674, 911192
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right shock absorber for the 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
Yes. KYB 565018 is a front shock absorber for the 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 2500, which takes two. For other trucks, look up your year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this KYB gas shock absorber a monotube design?
Yes. KYB 565018 is a large-bore KYB MonoMax, a high pressure monotube gas shock made for trucks.
Is the piston ring on this KYB absorber coated?
Yes. The piston ring is zinc-coated, and a rubber boot covers the shaft to keep dirt and debris away from the seals.
What are the signs a KYB MonoMax front shock is worn out?
Oil on the shock body, a bouncy or floaty ride, or nose dive when braking can mean a worn shock. Have it checked or replaced promptly rather than driving on it.
Does 68019276AC cross to KYB 565018?
Yes. 68019276AC is listed as an interchange number for KYB 565018, along with 5086591AG, 77674 and 911192.
