2012 Mazda 5 Shocks and Struts

The original upper shock mount on certain vehicles is made of aluminum that corrodes and cracks. This Dorman OE FIX replacement features upgraded high-strength steel to prevent future failures.

Product Features:

• Upgraded design – this replacement shock mount features durable steel to improve upon the original aluminum construction
• Application specific – designed to match the original shock mount on certain Ford, Lincoln and Mazda vehicles
• Hardware included – mount comes with two new nuts for ease of installation
• Quality engineering – designed in the United States and backed by decades of automotive aftermarket experience
• Application specific – designed to match the original shock mount on certain Ford, Lincoln and Mazda vehicles

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

This replacement shock mount is designed to directly replace the mount that comes stock on specified vehicle years, makes and models. It is precisely reverse-engineered to ensure original equipment quality, fit and durability.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this shock mount is precision-engineered to match the fit and durability of the original shock mount on specific vehicles
• Complete kit – all necessary mounting hardware is included with each mount
• Trustworthy construction – engineered in North America and backed by 100 years of automotive aftermarket experience
• Proactive repair – it’s often smart to replace shock mounts when replacing worn out shocks

Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:

• Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
• Universal design for easy installation
• Tie-strap included for a secure fit
• Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
• Multiple color choices available

Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:

• Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
• Universal design for easy installation
• Tie-strap included for a secure fit
• Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
• Multiple color choices available

Designed to meet or exceeds OE performance specifications.

Product Features:

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

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

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

STRUT BELLOWS

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

Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe OESpectrum passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:

• REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS – Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
• EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING – Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
• CONTROL AND DURABILITY – PTFE-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
• CONSISTENT RIDE – OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
• IMPROVES PERFORMANCE – Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
• 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
• Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.

Shock Absorber

Leaking shocks and/or weak struts can lead to a bouncy, bumpy, and overall an unpleasant ride with additional noise/vibrations – eventually even loss of control of the vehicle. A healthy suspension system is needed for basic braking & handling of your vehicle, and most importantly – keeps the car and passengers safe. HL Mando Shocks and Struts are not only designed to fit, function, and perform like Original Equipment. Depending on the level of your vehicle’s suspension system failure, you can always count on HL Mando to help restore your vehicle’s ride comfort, load capacities, and performance back to its original form – We Are OE!

Product Features:

• New Shock Absorber, Direct Replacement
• Tested for Quality, Durability, and Reliability

Monroe® Gas-Matic® passenger car shock absorbers are nitrogen gas charged for today’s import and domestic vehicles, providing improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:

• CONSISTENT RIDE — Velocity Proportional Valving (VPV) technology and all-weather fluid containing special additives to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction and an overall smoother ride
• RELIABLE PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration
• RESTORES RIDE & HANDLING — Larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
• BUILT TO LAST — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear while banded piston and bronze reinforced guide provide durability
• GET MORE MILES FROM YOUR RIDE — Designed and validated to meet OE spec and deliver consistent performance
• COVERAGE — Available for domestic and import passenger cars and sedans

Carquest complete strut assemblies include all the components required for strut replacement. The Carquest strut assembly has been rigorously quality-tested, providing high-quality, proven reliability and reducing installation time. The Carquest strut assembly has been designed to provide a stable and safe ride to meet customer expectations and perform the way professional technicians demand.

Product Features:

• Premium quality, U.S. grade steel, corrosion resistant coil spring.
• NOK seals, steel piston valves, hard-chromed piston rod and premium oil.
• Urethane rubber molded boot kit & bumper.
• OEM quality upper strut mount, bearing plate and brackets.
• Ready to install. Save time, eliminating installation processes like removing coil springs.
• An economical replacement alternative to ensure a complete repair. Save money from investing in expensive spring compressors.

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 Cars
• The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Mazda
• 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
• Features An Internal, Anti-Rollover Spring (May Cause Extended Length To Appear Shorter)