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Product Information
Product Information

This complete front-right Monroe shock absorber strut is a genuine Porsche component for selected 993 (911) models from 1994–98. The parts diagram associates this version with M030, Turbo and M030/491 applications.

Fits

  • Porsche 993 (911) 1994–98
  • Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) Turbo 1994–96
  • Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994–97
  • Porsche 993 (911) Turbo S 1994–97

Check fitment for your specific vehicle (model, year, engine) before ordering. Confirm the suspension option code and existing part number, particularly on cars equipped with M030, Turbo or option 491 specifications.

Diagram: suspension shock and absorber strut 993 1994-98

What This Product Does

The strut combines the front damper and structural suspension housing. It regulates compression and rebound as the spring responds to road inputs, limiting continued oscillation and helping the wheel follow changes in the road surface.

Functions

  • Regulates vertical movement of the front suspension
  • Controls spring compression and rebound
  • Reduces repeated bouncing after road impacts
  • Supports consistent tyre contact over uneven surfaces
  • Limits body pitch and movement during braking and cornering
  • Contributes to predictable steering behaviour and ride control

Technical Details

  • Part number: 99334304235
  • Component type: complete suspension strut
  • Damper manufacturer: Monroe
  • Position: front right, marked /R in the exploded diagram
  • Diagram application note: M030 TURBOM030/491
  • Diagram quantity: 1

Symptoms of Fault

  • The front of the car continues to bounce after a bump
  • Hydraulic fluid is visible around the strut housing
  • Knocking or clunking develops over broken surfaces
  • Body movement or nose dive becomes more noticeable under braking
  • Steering feels vague or the vehicle becomes unsettled over bumps
  • Cupping or irregular wear appears on a front tyre
  • The affected corner feels poorly controlled on undulating roads

Why Replacement Matters

Internal seal, valve or fluid deterioration can reduce a strut's ability to regulate suspension movement. Renewal helps return the damping system to its intended operating condition. Front struts are normally replaced in left-and-right pairs so damping remains consistent across the axle. The spring, upper mount, bearing, bump stop, protective boot and nearby suspension joints should also be inspected during installation. A suspension geometry and wheel-alignment check is advisable after the work is completed.

FAQs

  • Should both front struts be renewed together?
    Replacing them as an axle pair is generally recommended to avoid different damping characteristics between the left and right sides.
  • Is an alignment check needed after installation?
    Yes. Front strut removal can affect suspension geometry, so alignment should normally be checked once the work is complete.
  • Which related components should be examined?
    Inspect the top mounts, bearings, springs, bump stops, protective boots, bushes and mounting hardware for deterioration or play.
  • How can the correct version be confirmed?
    Compare part number 99334304235 with the existing component and verify the vehicle's model, production year and suspension option codes.


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