Monroe 371495 front left strut assembly for the 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander is a Monroe Quick-Strut that joins the strut, coil spring and upper mount in one unit. It is engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance.
- Strut, coil spring, upper strut mount and insulators come preassembled
- Application-specific coil spring, precisely calibrated to support the vehicle's weight
- Quick-Strut line: vehicle-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs, ride tested
- Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness for improved vehicle handling
- Upper strut mount helps keep steering precise and limits noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
- Protective coating resists rust and corrosion, and salt spray testing checks it against the elements
Quick facts
- Part: Monroe 371495 strut assembly
- Also called: complete strut and coil spring assembly
- Fits: 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander
- Position: Front left
- Condition: New
A worn strut can show up as an oily film on the body, a bouncy ride or clunking over bumps. Tires, bushings and mounts can cause some of the same signs, so look the front end over by eye with the engine off before you replace anything.
Fits
For strut replacement on the 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander, this is a direct-fit front left strut assembly, also listed as a complete strut and coil spring assembly. Each side of the front axle takes one. This listing is the front left only; the front right is a separate part, and the two are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 for this side
- Compressed length: 15.9 in (403.9 mm)
- Extended length: 21.14 in (537 mm)
- Travel length: 5.24 in
- Body length: 16.23 in
Build and materials
- Type: gas-charged strut with coil spring, passive suspension
- Compression and ride height: not adjustable
- Includes: coil spring, strut mount, coil spring insulators, strut mount insulators
- Finish: protective rust-resistant coating
- Condition: new
- Warranty: Monroe Limited Lifetime Warranty and Feel the Difference Guarantee
- Country of origin: United States, assembled in Paragould, Arkansas
In the box
One front left strut assembly with its coil spring, upper strut mount, spring and mount insulators, and mounting hardware.
Installation notes
- No spring compressor is needed.
- All required components come in a single unit, which simplifies installation.
Interchange: 18815400 · 5331660L · 11473
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
18815400, 5331660L, 371495, 11473
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Monroe quick strut assembly 371495 right for the 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander?
Yes. Monroe 371495 is the front left strut assembly for the 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander; the front right side is a separate part.
What is included with this Monroe strut assembly besides the strut?
Monroe 371495 comes with the coil spring, upper strut mount, coil spring and strut mount insulators and mounting hardware, assembled as one unit.
Is this front left strut gas charged?
Yes. The strut is gas charged and has a 5.24 in travel length. It is a passive design, so compression and ride height are not adjustable.
What visible damage points to a worn front left strut?
With the engine off, an oil film on the strut body, a cracked or broken coil spring or a damaged upper mount can mean the assembly needs replacing.
Does the Monroe complete strut assembly need a spring compressor?
No. Monroe 371495 arrives as a fully assembled unit with the spring already on the strut, so no spring compressor is needed.
