N3 Leveling Struts for 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner
- For 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner 4WD and RWD — Base, SR5, and Limited
- Only fits 4Runners already set up with 2 inches of lift
- Cannot be installed together with a strut spacer
- Pre-loaded coil — no strut disassembly on the bench
- Downloadable installation guide available; about 2-3 hours
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Cannot be installed in conjunction with a strut spacer. ONLY fits models with 2-inches of lift. Fitment on this page is based on the manufacturer’s application data.
About this part
N3 Leveling Struts, fitment-checked
These N3 struts are a targeted part: they fit 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runners — 4WD and RWD, Base, SR5, and Limited — that are already running 2 inches of lift. They are not a spacer companion; a spacer already in place has to be removed. The coil ships pre-loaded, so no strut disassembly is required. 3 Year Limited Warranty.
Read the lift requirement first: Rough Country builds 501153 for 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runners that already sit on 2 inches of lift, in both 4WD and RWD, across Base, SR5, and Limited. On the right rig the swap is straightforward — the coil arrives already on the strut, so nothing has to come apart on the bench, and most owners finish inside 2-3 hours. If the 4Runner still carries a strut spacer, plan to pull it, since these are not meant to run in series with one. A downloadable installation guide is available.
Specifications
Specs
| Brand | Rough Country |
| Part number | 501153 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00840269928390 |
| Shock package | N3 series |
| Shipping weight | 40 lb |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
| Country of origin | CN |
| Category | Suspension & Lift Kits › Leveling Kits |
| Installation guide | Downloadable PDF |
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