KYB 565130 front shock absorber for the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and other vehicles damps spring movement on heavier trucks. It gives up to 40% more damping than standard shock absorbers.
- KYB MonoMax large-bore, heavy-duty monotube design made just for trucks
- High-pressure monotube gas design that adjusts automatically to driving conditions with fade-free performance
- Zinc-coated piston ring that gives a positive seal
- Rubber off-road dust 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 565130 shock absorber
- Also called: high pressure monotube gas shock
- Fits: 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Condition: New
Oil film on the shock body, a torn boot, a bouncy ride or nose-dive under braking can mean a shock is worn. With the engine off, look the shock over for the first two. Work out what is behind the ride complaint before you buy; if a worn shock is the cause, this one replaces it.
Fits
The 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 takes two of these shock absorbers at the front, and so does the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 3500. This listing is one shock, so order two and fit them together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
Build and materials
- Type: High-pressure monotube gas
- Piston ring: Zinc-coated
- Dust boot: Rubber, off-road
- Condition: New
In the box
One shock absorber with an off-road dust boot.
Interchange: 5086587AB · 5086589AB · 5086589AC · 5086590AB · 5086590AC · 5086590AD · 5086590AE · 5086590AF · 68019286AC · 77949 · 911221
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5086587AB, 5086589AB, 5086589AC, 5086590AB, 5086590AC, 5086590AD, 5086590AE, 5086590AF, 68019286AC, 77949, 911221
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 shock absorber a front or rear unit?
KYB 565130 is a front shock absorber. It fits the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, two per truck.
Is this KYB gas shock absorber a monotube design?
Yes. KYB 565130 is a high pressure monotube gas shock from the KYB MonoMax line, made for trucks.
Does this KYB shock absorber come with a dust boot?
Yes. It includes an off-road rubber dust boot that protects the shaft and keeps dirt and debris away from the seals.
What coating does the piston ring on this shock have?
The piston ring is zinc-coated, which gives a positive seal.
What are signs a front KYB absorber may be wearing out?
Oil film on the body, a torn boot or a bouncy ride can mean the shock is worn. Look with the engine off, and leave other tests to a shop.
