2003 Volvo V70 Shocks and Struts

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:

• Engineered to meet or exceed OE requirements
• Superior rubber to steel bonding for durability
• High polish chrome steel bearing races
• Replacement helps restore vehicle handling
• Includes new spring seat insulator and installation hardware to eliminate noise issues
• Electroplate and corrosion-resistant coating to help prevent galvanic corrosion

Providing an exceptional level of handling precision and control, Monroe OESpectrum Monotube shocks are designed for vehicles originally equipped with monotube shock absorbers. OESpectrum Monotube shocks filter out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:

• EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving adjusts to road extremes to provide a smooth ride while free floating dividing piston separates fluid from high-pressure gas charging for reduced shock fade and aeration
• IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – High pressure nitrogen gas charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and tight damping response provides vehicle control
• CONSISTENT RIDE – High-temperature OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
• MAINTAINS STABILITY – Monotube technology maintains vehicle control over bumps, dips and potholes for vehicles originally equipped with monotube shocks and struts
• CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and high-strength pressure tube for better control, increased durability and longer service life
• BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s limited warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference guarantee
• Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.

Gas Shock

Designed to OE specifications, get a comfortable and controlled ride with Monroe RideSense struts. These struts feature Continuously Variable Semi-Active Suspension (CVSAe) external valve technology that works with OE electronic control unit (ECU) to deliver optimal control, comfort and road-holding capabilities in a variety of driving conditions. A direct OE replacement, RideSense struts feature the same fit and CVSAe technology as the factory struts.

Product Features:

• DIRECT OE REPLACEMENT – Designed to OE specs with the same fit and valving for premium European vehicles originally equipped with electronic suspension; check catalog for fitment
• EASY TO INSTALL – Features an electronic cable for direct “plug and play” installation; connects into electronic control unit that is part of the vehicle’s OE suspension and mounting locations that matches OE design for easy installation
• RESPONSIVE – Connects to the vehicle’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU), reacting in real time to signals from the ECU, dynamically adjusting damping performance to any change in driving conditions for a more consistent and controlled ride
• INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY – Monroe’s Continuously Variable Semi-Active (CVSAe) Intelligent Suspension technology works with the OE electronic control unit to deliver optimal control and road-holding capabilities in a variety of conditions
• BUILT TO LAST – Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the chrome-plated piston rod to help reduce premature wear
• RUST RESISTANCE – Protective coating resists rust and corrosion while salt spray testing ensures it’s ready for the elements
• BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – Comes with Monroe’s limited warranty and exclusive Feel the Difference Guarantee
• Special Dust Boot/Jounce Bumper: Protective dust boot reduces dirt and any moisture build-up. Jounce bumper helps prevent severe suspension movement. Dust boot & jounce bumper sold separately.

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:

• KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Strut
• The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Volvo
• 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
• To Reduce The Chance Of Noise And Vibration KYB Recommends Installing New Strut Mounts, Part Number: Sm5475
• Protect Your New Struts From Dirt, Debris And Salt With A KYB Strut Boot, Part Number: Sb103

Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications.

Product Features:

• Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications
• Durable neoprene rubber

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 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

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