Help keep your truck's front end steady and composed over rough pavement with this MONROE shock absorber from the Restore line, part number 210156. It is a direct-fit replacement front shock for many vehicles, among them the 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1990-1997 Ford Ranger and 1990 Ford Bronco II; see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Monroe designed its Restore shocks for consistent performance. They deliver a high level of handling and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.
- Nitrogen gas charge: Helps keep the tires in contact with the road by reducing aeration and shock fade, for improved ride and handling.
- Banded piston: Helps reduce friction between the piston and pressure tube, making the shock more responsive to changing road surfaces for smooth operation.
- Validated design: Designed and validated by Monroe for consistent performance.
A front shock dampens spring movement to control how the body and wheels react to bumps, dips and braking. Signs that a shock may need replacing include excessive bouncing after bumps, front-end dive under braking, fluid leaking from the shock body, and uneven tire wear. These symptoms can have other causes, so inspect the suspension before you replace parts. Replacing both front shocks together is recommended for balanced, even handling.
See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-specific details.
Interchange: MS3230171B · TS3230171B · TS3332961B · 341568 · E9TZ18124D · 34076 · 61561 · 61591 · 77608 · 81744 · G63608 · G63614 · 344268 · 565001 · KG5489 · FD108 · 32235 · 37015 · 59036 · 59309 · SH81490 · SH81713 · SH81744 · 94085 · 170427 · RS5039 · RS55039 · 32140185 · 7837015
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
MS3230171B, TS3230171B, TS3332961B, 341568, E9TZ18124D, 34076, 61561, 61591, 77608, 81744, G63608, G63614, 344268, 565001, KG5489, FD108, 32235, 37015, 59036, 59309, SH81490, SH81713, SH81744, 94085, 170427, RS5039, RS55039, 32140185, 7837015
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles does the Monroe 210156 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1990-1997 Ford Ranger and 1990 Ford Bronco II. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Is the Monroe 210156 a front or rear shock?
It is cataloged as a front shock absorber for the listed applications.
What does the nitrogen gas charge do?
It helps reduce aeration and shock fade. This helps the shock maintain tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling.
What signs suggest a suspension shock absorber needs replacing?
Common signs include excessive bouncing after bumps, front-end dive when braking, fluid leaking from the shock body, and uneven tire wear. These can have other causes, so inspect the suspension first.
Should I replace both front shocks at the same time?
Replacing both front shocks together is recommended. It keeps damping balanced from side to side, which helps the vehicle handle evenly.
