Monroe Restore Rear Shock Absorber

Monroe Restore shock absorber part number 210056 is a premium rear suspension shock built for consistent handling and control. It is designed to filter road noise, vibration, and harshness while supporting a stable ride on select Volkswagen and Audi applications.

The Monroe Restore line focuses on dependable damping performance for daily driving. This rear shock absorber uses a twin-tube, gas-charged design with a painted steel body, black finish, and telescopic construction for a direct-fit replacement on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for select Volkswagen and Audi models
• Twin-tube internal construction for controlled damping response
• Gas charged design for consistent performance
• Painted steel body with black finish
• Progressive valving for balanced ride control
• Dust shield included; boot not included
• Upper stem mount and lower loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve mount
• New, premium-grade replacement part

Detailed Description

Monroe 210056 is engineered as a rear shock absorber for vehicles including the Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, and Audi A3 Quattro. It also covers additional rear applications such as the Volkswagen CC, Passat, Passat CC, Golf R, e-Golf, Golf SportWagen, Bora, and R32 within the listed model years. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5611 for the same application.

With a compressed length of 13.96 in. (354.6 mm), extended length of 23.2 in. (589.3 mm), and shock stroke of 9.33 in. (237 mm), this shock absorber is built to match the specified rear suspension geometry. The steel cylinder, 1.77 in. body diameter, and 12.4 mm rod diameter support durable operation in everyday use.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce over bumps and uneven pavement
• Loose or unsettled rear-end handling
• Noise, vibration, and harshness from worn suspension damping
• Reduced ride control during braking and cornering
• Rear suspension wear caused by aging shock absorbers

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible with rear applications only. Fits 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC, rear; 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf, rear; 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, rear; 2007-2014 Volkswagen GTI, rear; 2005-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, rear; 2005-2013 Audi A3, rear; 2006-2013 Audi A3 Quattro, rear; 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf R, rear; 2010-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, rear; 2009-2012 Volkswagen Passat CC, rear; 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora, rear; 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat, rear; 2008 Volkswagen R32, rear; 2006 Volkswagen GTI, rear, PQ35 Chassis; Restore.

Before installation, verify mount style, compressed and extended length, and suspension configuration against the original part. Mounting hardware is not included.

Quality Assurance

Monroe Restore 210056 is a new, premium-grade shock absorber built to deliver consistent damping performance for the listed Volkswagen and Audi rear applications. Monroes Restore line is positioned for controlled handling while reducing unwanted road harshness.