Monroe Restore Rear Shock Absorber

The Monroe Restore shock absorber, part number 210459, is a rear suspension shock absorber built for consistent handling and control. It is a direct-fit option for select Dodge Dakota, Ram Dakota, and Mitsubishi Raider applications, with a design that helps filter road noise, vibration, and harshness.

Monroe Restore is the brand line focused on dependable ride control for domestic and import passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs. This telescopic, gas-charged shock uses a painted black steel body and a premium-grade construction for rear suspension service.

Key Features

• Rear suspension shock absorber for select 2005-2012 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider applications
• Monroe Restore part number 210459
• Telescopic, passive design with gas charge
• Black painted steel body and steel cylinder construction
• Dust shield included; boot not included
• Upper and lower loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve mounts
• Extended length: 23.62 in. / 599.9 mm
• Compressed length: 14.25 in. / 362 mm
• Shock stroke / travel length: 9.37 in. / 238 mm

Detailed Description

Monroe Restore 210459 is engineered for rear suspension service where stable damping and predictable road feel matter. The gas-charged, passive shock absorber uses a telescopic layout with a steel body, painted finish, and metal dust shield to help manage exposure in everyday driving conditions. Its loop-to-loop mounting style matches the listed rear applications for Dodge Dakota, Ram Dakota, and Mitsubishi Raider models.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 911277 for the same application. If you are searching for a rear shock absorber for 2005-2012 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, or 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider, Monroe 210459 is the relevant part number to verify against your vehicles rear suspension setup.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Loose or unsettled rear-end handling
• Noise, vibration, and harshness from worn shock components
• Reduced control over rough pavement and uneven roads
• Ride quality decline from aging rear suspension dampers

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment by year, make, model, and mounting style before installation. This shock uses upper and lower loop (eyelet) bushing and sleeve mounts, and mounting hardware is not included. Confirm compressed and extended length requirements against the original part and inspect surrounding suspension components for wear before replacing the shock absorber.

Quality Assurance

Monroe Restore is positioned as a premium-grade shock absorber line for consistent performance and ride control. Part number 210459 is new, not remanufactured, and is built with a steel cylinder, painted finish, and gas-charged construction for rear suspension use.

• Fits 2005-2012 Dodge Dakota, rear
• Fits 2011 Ram Dakota, rear
• Fits 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider, rear