Rear Shock Absorber for Escape, Tribute, and Mariner

Monroe Restore 210312 is a rear suspension shock absorber built for consistent damping, stable handling, and reduced noise, vibration, and harshness. It is a direct-fit style replacement for select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications from 2008-2012.

Key Features

• Monroe Restore 210312 rear shock absorber for passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs
• Gas charged, passive design with progressive valving for controlled ride response
• Telescopic steel body with painted black finish
• Dust shield included; boot not included
• Upper stem mount and lower loop (eyelet) bushing-and-sleeve mount
• Mounting hardware included
• New premium-grade replacement part

Product Line Details

The Monroe Restore line focuses on restoring original ride behavior with consistent control and reduced harshness. For drivers replacing worn rear shocks on the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner, Monroe Restore 210312 is built to deliver predictable damping and a more composed feel over everyday road surfaces.

Detailed Description

Monroe Restore 210312 uses a steel telescopic shock body with a black painted finish, gas-charged construction, and progressive valving to help maintain steady rear suspension control. The shock measures 14.76 inches compressed, 25.08 inches extended, and 10.32 inches of stroke, with a 1.77-inch body diameter. It also includes a metal dust shield to help protect the shaft area from road debris. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Loose or unsettled handling at the rear of the vehicle
• Noise and vibration from worn shock absorbers
• Uneven ride control during braking or cornering
• Reduced damping performance from aging suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

• Compatible With 2008-2012 Ford Escape, rear
• Compatible With 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, rear
• Compatible With 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner, rear
• Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length before installation
• Inspect related rear suspension hardware and bushings during replacement
• Use the included mounting hardware where specified by the application

Quality Assurance

Monroe Restore 210312 is a new premium-grade shock absorber engineered for consistent performance and dependable ride control in the listed rear applications.