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2001 - 2003 Mercury Sable Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly (part#171616)
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Brand: Monroe
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 15380004
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 15380004
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
- Mercury
- Sable
- 2003
- 2003 Mercury Sable (3.0L 182CI V6 FI VIN: S)
- 2002
- 2002 Mercury Sable (3.0L 182CI V6 FI VIN: S)
- 2001
- 2001 Mercury Sable (3.0L 182CI V6 FI VIN: S)
- 2003
- Sable
The revolutionary Monroe Quick-Strut unit is the first complete, ready-to-install replacement strut assembly available! Monroe Quick-Strut units include all the components required for strut replacement in a single, fully-assembled unit. They feature pre-assembled replacement bearing plate, upper and lower spring isolators, upper spring seat, coil spring, boot kit, and a premium strut. This breakthrough design saves on installation time by eliminating having to disassemble components and compress the coil spring prior to installation. Each Quick-Strut assembly features application-engineered valving to optimize each vehicle's unique ride and handling characteristics. Available for popular passenger car, light truck and SUV applications.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Pre-Assembled Upper Strut Mount: OE-style bearings, SAE-grade nuts and bolts, Superior rubber-to-steel bonding, Plated steel for longer wear, All components manufactured to meet or exceed OE performance
- Bearing Plate: The new bearing plate helps ensure consistent, precise steering return by eliminating “memory steer.” Helps eliminate steering noises commonly associated with worn or corroded bearings. Also improves overall steering smoothness (if equipped - front only)
- Upper Spring Seat: Each new spring seat is engineered to complement the ride control characteristic of the corresponding premium Monroe strut and upper strut mount. The upper spring seat provides consistent performance without transmitting noise or vibration into the chassis. Also supports the vehicle’s weight and helps properly offset the spring in the strut tower.
- Coil Spring: Manufactured from high-quality U.S. steel, each coil spring is precisely calibrated to support the vehicle’s weight and help ensure correct ride height. Each spring is painted or powder-coated for excellent rust resistance
- Boot Kit: The durable strut boot protects the strut rod and seal from dirt and debris. The premium bumper prevents component damage when the suspension bottoms out
- Spring Isolators: Prevents metal to metal contact and helps eliminate noise between the spring and spring seat
- Premium Strut: Premium strut technology based on application. Each strut features application-engineered valving to complement each vehicle's unique ride and handling characteristics
| Body Length: | 15.875 in |
| Compressed Length: | 16 in |
| Dust Shield: | Yes |
| Extended Length: | 21.875 in |
| Parts Pack(s): | Yes |
| Travel Length: | 5.875 in |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsMonroeQuick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly
(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (9)
- Easy to install (4)
- Durable (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Small cars (3)
- Car & Truck:
- Casual driver (5), Mechanic (4), Auto enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
Quick struts
Faster, safer, wish it came with new hardware,
Nicer than putting all the pieces together yourself. You get new springs, not just a shock change.
Faster, safer, wish it came with new hardware,
Nicer than putting all the pieces together yourself. You get new springs, not just a shock change.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
made noise after install
the product was good however top strutbolts were not properly tightened causing a rattle noise had to remove and tiughten top bolt... other than knowing to check in the future part worked fine
the product was good however top strutbolts were not properly tightened causing a rattle noise had to remove and tiughten top bolt... other than knowing to check in the future part worked fine
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- Easy To Use
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Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
the product was good however top strutbolts were not properly tightened causing a rattle noise had to remove and tiughten top bolt... other than knowing to check in the future part worked fine
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Decent price
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Brand Name Product
- High Quality
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- No cons at all
Best Uses
- Small Cars
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
This is the ONLY way to replace Struts on a car!...if the Strut is wore out then the Spring would be too! especially if it was driven and extended period of time before repair!...NEW SPRING AND STRUT GO THE MONROE WAY!...
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Cars
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
These struts are awesome replacement for oem struts. Very easy to install and very easy to select the right set for the right application. Unlike most parts with this modle -ord with hinting to much of who. Over all great and won't choose any other, thanks
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
quick and easy replacement,rides nice so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Small Cars
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
easy to install, hard to remove the old struts though from my 2001 taurus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Very easy to instal
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
I used this struts to replace the old ones on my 2006 Taurus with 135K miles. It was very easy to install, I used the pulley puller to force out the old strut from the spindle.
- Car & Truck:
- Auto Enthusiast, Mechanic
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
Be sure to use a torque wrench to tighten the upper plate in engine compartment. Anything more and your asking to break these three bolts off. Other than that bit of caution they are a very easy fix to a big problem and an equal time saver. We all know time is $money$
- Car & Truck:
- Mechanic
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
car rides like new, purchase of new lower clamp bolt is a must.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
Makes changing struts safer. After reading many Taurus/Sable owners experiencing rear coil spring failures replacing the strut and coil spring at the same time with these quality units makes good sense.
Ride height is restored; road feel is firm but not harsh. Get the AK50 bolts for Taurus/Sable because if you are able to get the old bolts out w/o breaking them the bolt threads will be damaged and shouldn't be reused.
I also used a promo code for an awesome deal!
- Car & Truck:
- Auto Enthusiast, Casual Driver, Mechanic
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly:
It was not clear on what bolts were included in the box. I bought two of these and one box had the pinch bolt and the other had the 3 mounting nuts.
- Car & Truck:
- Auto Enthusiast
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Q:
Is the pricing for a pair or singleAsked on 12/24/2012 by mike from ruleville ms1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
This Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly - (Part No. 171616) is sold individually. For more information, please feel free to call us at 1-877-238-2623 or visit your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our representatives would be more than happy to assist you.Answered on 12/24/2012 by Aaron from AAP
Q:
does this fit both left and right sides?Asked on 1/5/2012 by sue from marquette mich1 answer
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Yes, this Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly (Part No. 171616) fits for both rear left and rear right side.Answered on 1/8/2012 by Dennis from AAP
Q:
can monroe quickstrut #171616 be used on the front of vehicle? are there any additional parts required for this strut installation on the front of the vehicle?Asked on 8/8/2011 by Anonymous2 answers
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A:
This strut is for rear wheel.Answered on 8/9/2011 by Steve from AAPCUSTOMER CARE
A:
This is for Rear. This is ready-to-install replacement strut assembly; Monroe Quick-Strut units include all the components required for strut replacement in a single, fully-assembled unit.Answered on 8/9/2011 by DIY Daniel from AAP
Q:
do you need a impact gun to install this partAsked on 7/11/2010 by ed from oh2 answers
A:
yeahAnswered on 8/5/2010 by me from ada okCUSTOMER CARE
A:
As far as I know, you should not have to. It may make it easier and faster, but I have always just use a ratchet and sockets.Answered on 7/11/2010 by Mike from AAP
Q:
does this strut sold in pairsAsked on 6/12/2010 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
No, they are sold individually.Answered on 6/14/2010 by Mike from AAP
Q:
Do you need a compressor of any kind to install this part, or is it remove bolts and replace?Asked on 12/30/2009 by Bob from SECT2 answers
A:
Good answer by E. One hint though, I had a problem sliding the pinch clamp off near the bottom of the strut.
What occurs is the angle is extreme when the control arm is swung down on the strut.
Simply take the 3 bolts off the top and pull down below and swing
it out to line up with the clamp, push the brake drum down
and hammer up the strut ear and down on the clamp.
Also use a torque wrench and a lot of jack stands.
Figure about 1-1/2 to 2 hours each side.
PaulA:
No you don't need a compressor its a quick swap out.
Remove the small bolt, the long bolt, and the big bolt, and you should be able to slide the clamp down the strut tube far enough to clear the end. Then remove the three nuts from the top and pull out the old strut. Installation is the reverse.
The bolts are located under the rear deck (where the rear speakers are located) inside the car. First start by opening the fold down rear seats. There you will find 4 bolts holding the rear seat back. Remove them. Pull the seat back forward and lay
it down on the rear seat. Next remove the rear deck. There are 2 plastic push-in clips that hold the rear deck. They located toward the front. Pull them out. Now the rear deck can be removed by sliding forward towards the front of the car. Under the rear deck is insulation which can be lifted out. Under the insulation are the bolts for each strut. Remove these bolts and the strut can be pulled out.
Q:
Can you confirm that this part is compatable with the SHO model w/ 3.4L engine?
Thakns!Asked on 12/4/2009 by Tim from Bel Air MD1 answer
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