Unity 2-259360-001 Rear Shock Absorber Kit
Kit includes two nitrogen gas-charged rear shock absorbers for 2008-2014 Scion Xb
- Twin-tube gas-charged design restores factory ride quality
- Two nitrogen-charged shocks replace both rear units in one kit
- Direct OE replacement ensures trouble-free installation on 2008-2014 Scion XB
- Over 50 years of aftermarket suspension expertise backs every component
- Kit format simplifies suspension service by bundling matched pairs
Vehicle Fitment
This Unity rear shock absorber kit is engineered as a direct OE replacement for the 2008-2014 Scion Xb. It contains two nitrogen gas charged shock absorbers designed to restore original ride height and handling characteristics. The kit simplifies suspension service by providing both required units in a single package for a complete axle refresh.
Suspension Performance
The twin tube gas charged design delivers consistent damping control across varying road surfaces and load conditions. Nitrogen pressurisation reduces aeration and fade during extended use, maintaining stable ride quality. Each unit is built to withstand daily driving stresses while providing a trouble-free installation that matches factory mounting points exactly.
Upgrade Context
This kit replaces worn original equipment shocks that have lost damping efficiency due to fluid degradation or seal failure. The improvement is most noticeable when the original units show excessive bounce, uneven tyre wear or degraded cornering stability. It serves vehicles where the suspension has reached the end of its service life and requires a reliable, like-for-like restoration.
How it compares
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- Price $42.99
- Cheaper than about 83% of the 1,702 comparable items (median $86.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
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| Brand name | UNITY |
Questions about this item
How are the two nitrogen gas charged shocks in this kit installed on a 2008-2014 Scion Xb, and what step is commonly missed?
Remove the old shocks, fit the new units using the original mounting points, torque all fasteners to specification, and do not forget to reinstall the dust boots and bump stops that protect the piston rod.
What maintenance or replacement will the nitrogen gas charged shock absorbers need later?
The sealed twin-tube units are not serviceable; inspect them at every oil change for leaks or damaged bushings and replace the pair when damping fades or fluid weeps from the seal.
What limit appears first on these rear shocks during sustained heavy use?
Continuous hard driving heats the hydraulic fluid, reducing viscosity and causing temporary fade until the shocks cool down.
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