1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts

Essential 1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts

MOOG – Strut Bellows (Part No.K90461)

Strut Bellows

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$35.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB103)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$31.49
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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Monroe – Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit (Part No.63630)

Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit

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$37.49
Designed to protect the strut, the Monroe® Strut-Mate® Boot Kit is the perfect replacement for a damaged jounce bumper or boot. Heavy-duty construction and unique design features make it the ideal choice for maximum rod protection and improved strut life.

Product Features:
  • REPLACES DAMAGED JOUNCE BUMPER OR BOOT — Avoid premature strut failure by replacing missing or damaged strut components
  • PROTECTS PISTON ROD — Protects piston rod finish from rust and corrosion and helps reduce oil leakage
  • KEEPS MOISTURE AND DIRT OUT — Self-draining design eliminates retention of moisture and other unwanted debris
  • ENHANCES STRUT LIFE — Delivers protection from severe suspension movement to improve strut durability
  • PERFECT PAIRING — Ideal match to protect strut rods, replace all worn strut components with quality Monroe struts (sold separately) for a complete four-corner ride control upgrade
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Direct fit OE replacement with firm friction connection that helps keep the boot in place
  • BUILT TO LAST — Soft-entry jounce bumper made of closed cell, micro-cellular urethane for maximum durability and to help reduce severe impacts
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Driveworks – Strut Bellow (Part No.DW-K90462)

Strut Bellow

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$6.99
Driveworks Shock Mount, Suspension Strut Bellows

Product Features:
  • Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications
  • Durable neoprene rubber
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MOOG – Shock Absorber Bushing (Part No.K80939)

Shock Absorber Bushing

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$7.29
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Long-lasting performance
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
  • Wrench flats at base of stud allow for positive hold and use of sockets for quick and easy installation and removal
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Suncore – Gas Shock (Part No.12S254060)

Gas Shock

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$29.99
Gas Shock

KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG4738)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$65.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For The Toyota Rav4
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.343314)

Gas Shock

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$60.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • #1 Recommended Original Equipment Replacement Choice For Asian Subs
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Toyota Rav4
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.343313)

Gas Shock

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$54.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • #1 Recommended Original Equipment Replacement Choice For Asian Subs And Crossovers
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Toyota Rav4
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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KYB – Strut mount (Part No.SM5162)

Strut mount

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$49.99
KYB Strut Mounts eliminate the vibration and noise caused by old, hardened vibration insulators. They optimize suspension performance by offering OE quality replacement components designed for each application. KYB Strut Mounts cushion the impacts from road bumps to reduce the jarring effect, noise and vibration that old mounts transmit into the vehicle. Front bearing plates are the steering pivots and support vehicle weight. They are critical to steering performance and wheel alignment. KYB Strut Mounts and bearing plates have a reputation for providing the highest quality in the industry.

Product Features:
  • The Highest Quality Replacement Strut Mount Available
  • Optimizes Suspension Performance By Offering Original Equipment Quality Replacement Components Designed For Each Application
  • Superior Rubber Reduces Noise, Vibration And Harshness
  • Mount Bearings Provide Smoother Steering And Help Retain Front End Alignment
  • Matched Grade Studs And Nuts
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KYB – Strut Mount (Part No.L3030176993KYB)

Strut Mount

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$65.93
KYB Strut Mounts eliminate the vibration and noise caused by old, hardened vibration insulators. They optimize suspension performance by offering OE quality replacement components designed for each application. KYB Strut Mounts cushion the impacts from road bumps to reduce the jarring effect, noise and vibration that old mounts transmit into the vehicle. Front bearing plates are the steering pivots and support vehicle weight. They are critical to steering performance and wheel alignment. KYB Strut Mounts and bearing plates have a reputation for providing the highest quality in the industry.

Product Features:
  • The highest quality replacement strut mount available
  • Optimizes suspension performance by offering Original Equipment quality replacement components designed for each application
  • Superior rubber reduces noise, vibration and harshness
  • Mount bearings provide smoother steering and help retain front end alignment
  • Matched grade studs and nuts
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Rare Parts – Strut Mount (Part No.RP53652)

Strut Mount

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$103.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE requirements
  • Helps restore vehicle ride.
  • Reduces tire wear
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Rare Parts – Strut Mount (Part No.RP53938)

Strut Mount

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$191.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE requirements
  • Helps restore vehicle ride.
  • Reduces tire wear
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Energy Suspension – Universal Bump Stop (Part No.9.9135R)

Universal Bump Stop

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$30.99
Helps prevent damaging and expensive suspension component contact. Many styles to choose from – for many application requirements. Many feature a specially designed mechanical interlock, a course threaded stud and strong nylon locking nut system. Many uses that are too numerous to list here.

Product Features:
  • Specially Designed Mechanical Interlock
  • Unlimited Uses
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Energy Suspension – Universal Bump Stop (Part No.9.9135G)

Universal Bump Stop

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$30.99
Helps prevent damaging and expensive suspension component contact. Many styles to choose from – for many application requirements. Many feature a specially designed mechanical interlock, a course threaded stud and strong nylon locking nut system. Many uses that are too numerous to list here.

Product Features:
  • Specially Designed Mechanical Interlock
  • Unlimited Uses
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Carquest Premium – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount (Part No.18-920323)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring and Mount

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$149.99
Carquest Premium complete strut assemblies are manufactured by a leading original equipment supplier (O.E.S.) for a perfect OE fit, form and function. Carquest Premium strut assemblies are pre-assembled units that make your ride control repair faster and easier with no special tools needed for installation. Our complete strut assemblies or loaded struts are rigorously tested for proven reliability and offer an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • Nuts and Bolt: SAE Standard Grade
  • Bump Stop: Developed from urethane rubber for extended life. Absorbs road impact and prevents other component damage for smoother drive. ( Where applicable)
  • Coil Spring: Manufactured with high quality grade carbon steel, heat treated, stress relieved, fully cycled and salt-spray tested for a professional performance.
  • Spring Isolator: Prevents metal to metal contact and acts to help prevent noise between the spring and spring seat. ( Where applicable)
  • Outer Tube: Long-lasting corrosion and rust protection.
  • Piston Rod: Well-finished chromed piston rod ensures proper seal lubrication, consistent wear surface, and inhibits corrosion. The resistance is superior to commercial standards and quality meets OE requirements.
  • Top Mount: Premium Quality rubber-steel assembly, fully tested for long durability.
  • Bearing: OEM Quality bearing, designed with low starting torque to ensure smooth steering, tested under extreme load conditions to ensure optimal performance and long life. ( Where applicable)
  • Oil Seal: Premium Double- Lip NOK seal, fabricated with high quality rubber.
  • Overall Features & Benefits: Pre-assembled strut saves time and money on installation. Application tuned technology for smoother, safer and more stable ride. No special equipment or special parts needed for installation.
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Strut (Part No.82275)

Gas-Matic Strut

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$105.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic passenger cars
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Monroe – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount (Part No.471453)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount

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$269.99
Featuring a vehicle-specific design, Monroe Quick-Strut strut assemblies are fit checked, ride tested and engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance. Assembled in Paragould, AR, they include all required components in a single unit.

Product Features:
  • QUICKER, SAFER, EASIER AND COMPLETE REPAIR – Includes everything you need for strut replacement in a single, fully assembled unit with no need for a spring compressor
  • RESTORES RIDE HEIGHT – Precisely calibrated to meet the OE design, each application-specific coil spring type is engineered to restore ride height and support the vehicle’s weight
  • VEHICLE-SPECIFIC DESIGN – Application-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs ensure optimized ride and handling experience unique to each vehicle profile
  • OE QUALITY – Preassembled upper strut mount, coil spring, and strut feature an OE-style design for seamless fit, form, and function
  • MADE TO LAST – Manufactured with high-quality steel, featuring a superior tube and weld design to deliver structural integrity and durability
  • MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL – Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness before it reaches the passenger cabin for improved vehicle handling
  • IMPROVES STEERING – Premium upper strut mount helps ensure smooth, like-new steering precision and prevents noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
  • RUST RESISTANCE – Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • ASSEMBLED IN THE USA This Quick-Strut assembly is assembled with pride in Paragould, Arkansas from domestic and imported components
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Monroe – Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount (Part No.372126)

Complete Strut Assembly: Includes Strut, Coil Spring, and Mount

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$322.99
Featuring a vehicle-specific design, Monroe Quick-Strut strut assemblies are fit checked, ride tested and engineered to restore factory ride height and ride performance. Assembled in Paragould, AR, they include all required components in a single unit.

Product Features:
  • QUICKER, SAFER, EASIER AND COMPLETE REPAIR – Includes everything you need for strut replacement in a single, fully assembled unit with no need for a spring compressor
  • RESTORES RIDE HEIGHT – Precisely calibrated to meet the OE design, each application-specific coil spring type is engineered to restore ride height and support the vehicle’s weight
  • VEHICLE-SPECIFIC DESIGN – Application-specific coil spring, mount and strut designs ensure optimized ride and handling experience unique to each vehicle profile
  • OE QUALITY – Preassembled upper strut mount, coil spring, and strut feature an OE-style design for seamless fit, form, and function
  • MADE TO LAST – Manufactured with high-quality steel, featuring a superior tube and weld design to deliver structural integrity and durability
  • MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL – Reduces body sway, vibration and road harshness before it reaches the passenger cabin for improved vehicle handling
  • IMPROVES STEERING – Premium upper strut mount helps ensure smooth, like-new steering precision and prevents noise, vibration, harshness and memory steer
  • RUST RESISTANCE – Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
  • ASSEMBLED IN THE USA This Quick-Strut assembly is assembled with pride in Paragould, Arkansas from domestic and imported components
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Suncore – Complete Strut Assem (Part No.55S11892)

Complete Strut Assem

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$124.99
Complete Strut Assem

Bilstein – Shock Absorber (Part No.L4000566004BIL)

Shock Absorber

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$158.99
Finish: Black Paint Bilstein B4 OE Replacement gas pressure shock absorbers and struts are specifically engineered to be the best choice for maintaining the original ride quality of your vehicle, while meeting or exceeding OE standards. These dampers are the ideal choice for the driver looking to restore the original performance and handling of their vehicle, with the added benefit of world-famous Bilstein quality.

Product Features:
  • Constant damping characteristics under any load
  • Consistent performance and handling give the vehicle a new car feel every time
  • Proven BILSTEIN gas pressure technology
  • High OEM quality standards
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KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB102)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$32.49
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
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MOOG – Strut Bellows (Part No.K90462)

Strut Bellows

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$35.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Restores like-new steering and handling
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
See More

KYB – Jounce Bumper and Bellows (Part No.SB111)

Jounce Bumper and Bellows

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$23.29
KYB Strut Boot Kits keep your struts protected from dirt, dust, sand, salt and other road debris. These harmful elements cause abrasive wear to the polished shaft, upper seal and bushing. KYB Strut Boot Kits prevent these contaminants from entering the strut by covering the entire strut shaft in a highly durable plastic bellows. This can easily extend the life of the strut. The KYB Strut Boot Kit includes a poly foam travel-limiting bumper. Its designed to protect the strut from bottoming out and protects other components from extreme movement damage.

Product Features:
  • Superior Quality Boot Helps Protect The Strut Shaft From Leak-Causing Dirt And Debris
  • Poly Foam Bumper Prevents The Strut From Bottoming Out
  • Built With Design And Quality That Matches Or Exceeds One
  • Protects The Upper Seal And Bushing
  • Designed And Built Specifically For Import Cars
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KYB – STRUT BELLOW (Part No.L303734950KYB)

STRUT BELLOW

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$27.58
STRUT BELLOW

Monroe – Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit (Part No.63631)

Strut-Mate Strut Boot Kit

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$37.49
Designed to protect the strut, the Monroe® Strut-Mate® Boot Kit is the perfect replacement for a damaged jounce bumper or boot. Heavy-duty construction and unique design features make it the ideal choice for maximum rod protection and improved strut life.

Product Features:
  • REPLACES DAMAGED JOUNCE BUMPER OR BOOT — Avoid premature strut failure by replacing missing or damaged strut components
  • PROTECTS PISTON ROD — Protects piston rod finish from rust and corrosion and helps reduce oil leakage
  • KEEPS MOISTURE AND DIRT OUT — Self-draining design eliminates retention of moisture and other unwanted debris
  • ENHANCES STRUT LIFE — Delivers protection from severe suspension movement to improve strut durability
  • PERFECT PAIRING — Ideal match to protect strut rods, replace all worn strut components with quality Monroe struts (sold separately) for a complete four-corner ride control upgrade
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Direct fit OE replacement with firm friction connection that helps keep the boot in place
  • BUILT TO LAST — Soft-entry jounce bumper made of closed cell, micro-cellular urethane for maximum durability and to help reduce severe impacts
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1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1997 Toyota RAV4. Maybe you just need a couple of Shocks and Struts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 26 different Shocks and Struts in our inventory ranging from $6.99 to $322.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1997 Toyota RAV4 running smoothly.

Shocks and Struts are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1997 Toyota RAV4. Monroe, Driveworks, and KYB are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Shocks and Struts for your 1997 Toyota RAV4, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 67 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Gas Shock with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Shocks and Struts to keep your 1997 Toyota RAV4 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Shocks and Struts Brands To Make Your 1997 Toyota RAV4 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1997 Toyota RAV4 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Shocks and Struts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your RAV4 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Shocks and Struts brands and parts.

Popular Monroe Shocks and Struts

We carry Monroe parts in our stock across Front Shock and Struts categories, plus more. For a 1997 Toyota RAV4, our most popular Monroe Shocks and Struts include:
OESpectrum Strut
from $149.99
(1)
OESpectrum Strut
Front Shock and Struts
OESpectrum Strut
from $175.99
(1)
OESpectrum Strut
Front Shock and Struts
OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber
from $93.99
(4)
OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber
Rear Shock and Struts

Top 1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts from KYB

KYB products are another trusted brand when it comes to Shocks and Struts for your 1997 Toyota RAV4. Popular KYB parts include:
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
from $31.49
(9)
Jounce Bumper and Bellows
Strut Bellows
Gas Shock
from $67.99
(3)
Gas Shock
Rear Shock and Struts
High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock
from $65.99
(2)
High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock
Rear Shock and Struts

FAQs for 1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts

What are the most purchased Shocks and Struts for the 1997 Toyota RAV4?

Out of 26 Shocks and Struts for the 1997 Toyota RAV4, the most popular in our inventory are:
Strut Bellow
from $6.99
(7)
Strut Bellow
Strut Bellows
Strut Bellows
from $35.99
(5)
Strut Bellows
Shock Boots, Levelers, and Accessories
Shock Absorber Bushing
from $7.29
(1)
Shock Absorber Bushing
Shock Absorber Bushings

What are the top-rated 1997 Toyota RAV4 Shocks and Struts?

Top-rated Shocks and Struts for your 1997 Toyota RAV4 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Gas Shock
from $60.99
(1)
Gas Shock
“Replaced worn out originals and they were just what what we needed, not too firm and ride was like new. Thankfully we did not need to use the printed ”