Monroe Shocks & Struts 272961 front left strut assembly for the 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza replaces the strut, coil spring and upper mount as one preassembled unit. Sold as a complete strut and coil spring assembly, it is fit checked, ride tested and engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance.
- Monroe Quick-Strut line: strut, coil spring and upper strut mount arrive as a single fully assembled unit
- Application-specific coil spring engineered to restore ride height and support the vehicle's weight
- Vehicle-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs for the ride and handling of each vehicle profile
- Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness before it reaches the passenger cabin
- Upper strut mount helps prevent noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
- Protective coating resists rust and corrosion, and the part is salt spray tested
Quick facts
- Part: Monroe Shocks & Struts 272961 strut assembly
- Also called: complete strut and coil spring assembly
- Fits: 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza
- Position: Front left
- Condition: New
A worn front strut can show up as a bouncy ride, nose dive when braking or fluid on the strut body. These signs alone do not prove the strut is the problem, since worn tires can cause a similar ride or noise.
Fits
This strut assembly fits the 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza. The car takes one on each side of the front axle; this listing is the front left, the front right is ordered separately, and the two are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Compressed length: 13.03 in
- Extended length: 19.88 in
- Travel length: 6.85 in
Build and materials
- Construction: gas charged, passive suspension
- Adjustable compression: No
- Adjustable ride height: No
- Condition: New
- Warranty: Monroe Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One front left strut assembly with its coil spring, strut mount, coil spring insulator, strut mount insulator and mounting hardware.
Installation notes
- Arrives fully assembled, so no spring compressor is needed.
Interchange: LS3485051L · 34SB1181
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
LS3485051L, 34SB1181, 272961
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Monroe Quick-Strut 272961 fit the 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza?
Yes, Monroe Shocks & Struts 272961 is the front left strut assembly for the 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza; the front right side is a separate part.
What comes preassembled with the Monroe 272961 front left strut?
Monroe 272961 includes the strut, coil spring, strut mount, coil spring insulator, strut mount insulator and mounting hardware in one unit.
Is this strut assembly gas charged or adjustable?
This strut assembly is gas charged and passive. Compression and ride height are not adjustable.
What can fluid on the body or a bouncy ride mean on a front left strut assembly?
Fluid on the strut body, a bouncy ride or nose dive when braking can mean the strut is worn. A shop can confirm it.
Do I need a spring compressor to install this Quick-Strut?
No. The strut, coil spring and upper mount are preassembled in one unit, which removes the need for a spring compressor.
