Monroe Restore Rear Shock Absorber

Monroe Restore shock absorber Part Number 210105 is a rear suspension shock absorber built for consistent handling and control on select Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Aura applications. It is a gas-charged, telescopic, passive shock designed to filter road noise, vibration, and harshness while maintaining stable ride response.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for passenger cars and light-duty applications
• Gas charged design for steady damping response
• Telescopic, passive construction
• Black painted steel body and cylinder
• Loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve upper and lower mounts
• Dust shield included; boot not included
• Mounting hardware included
• Premium grade construction
• Monroe Restore Part Number 210105

Product Details

The Monroe Restore line is focused on restoring controlled ride behavior with a balance of handling and comfort. This shock absorber uses a steel body, painted finish, and gas-charged internal design to help maintain consistent damping over changing road conditions. The rear shock absorber configuration is a direct match for applications that use loop-style upper and lower mounting points, making it a practical replacement for worn rear suspension components on the Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Aura.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 5778) for the same application. Monroe 210105 is also referenced by several aftermarket and OE-style interchange numbers used in rear shock absorber replacement searches.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced handling control in the rear suspension
• Noise and vibration from worn shock absorbers
• Harsh ride quality caused by tired damping components
• Uneven rear suspension response during braking and cornering

Installation Notes

Fits 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, rear. Fits 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, rear. Fits 2007-2009 Saturn Aura, rear. Verify the vehicles rear mounting style and shock dimensions before installation. This unit uses loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve mounts at both ends, with a compressed length of 11.42 in. and an extended length of 17.76 in. The shock stroke is 6.34 in. and the dust shield is included.

Quality Assurance

Monroe Restore 210105 is a new premium-grade shock absorber built with a steel cylinder and gas-charged design for consistent rear suspension performance. The Restore product line is engineered to deliver controlled handling while reducing noise, vibration, and harshness in everyday driving.