ICON Vehicle Dynamics 2.0 Series Shock Absorber for 2018-2022 Jeep Gladiator/Wrangler (Front, 2.5" Lift)
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Anodized Aluminum Body
Internal or Remote Reservoir
Quiet and Corrosion Resistant
Features
- Anodized Aluminum Body: The shock body and reservoir tubes are anodized 6063 aluminum, which sheds heat well and holds up against corrosion. The rod end, top cap and internal parts are machined 6061 aluminum.
- Valving for Your Vehicle: A one-piece linear/digressive piston carries valving chosen for the vehicle and its lift range, so the body stays settled on pavement while bumps on the trail get soaked up.
- Internal or Remote Reservoir: Internal reservoir versions keep the nitrogen charge inside the shock body. Remote reservoir versions move extra oil into a separate canister on a hose, adding cooling that helps hold off fade on long rough runs.
- Fits the Factory Mounts: Polyurethane bushings, zinc-plated sleeves and forged steel mounting stems let each shock go into the vehicle's original shock mounts.
- Quiet and Corrosion Resistant: The hardened steel shaft is chrome plated to resist pitting and rust, and a nitrile rubber top-out bumper keeps things quiet when the suspension reaches full extension.
- Rebuildable and Revalveable: Every 2.0 Series shock can be fully serviced. It can be rebuilt when it wears, or revalved if the load or the way the vehicle is used changes.
Description & Fitment
Here is ICON's front 2.0 Series shock sized for the 2020-2022 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler. ICON pitches the 2.0 Aluminum Series as its value step up from a factory damper, with an anodized aluminum body that can be rebuilt and revalved. It belongs to ICON's 2.5" lift setup.
Fitment & Compatibility
| Years | Model | Bed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2022 | Gladiator | 2.5-3" lift | |
| 2018-2022 | Wrangler | 2.5-3" lift |
Check your fit: match your year, model and the notes in each row: 2020-2022 Jeep Gladiator (2.5-3" lift); 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler (2.5-3" lift).
Not for: years, models or trims outside those rows. Other shocks in this line for the same models: 26527 (2.0 Series Shock Absorber, rear, 2.5" lift, 2020-2022); 26517 (2.0 Series Shock Absorber, front, 4.5" lift, 2007-2018); 26517R/26518/26518R/26519/26519R/26520/26520R (2.0 Series Shock Absorber, 4.5"/2-3" lift, 2007-2018); 26524 (2.0 Series Shock Absorber, rear, 2.5" lift, 2018-2022).
About ICON Vehicle Dynamics
ICON Vehicle Dynamics designs and builds performance suspension for trucks and SUVs at its shop in Riverside, California. Engineering is led by Dylan Evans, its head engineer and a SCORE champion driver, and ICON tests its parts on the street, on the trail and under race conditions.
ICON's engineers begin with the result they want from a vehicle, then study the forces acting on it in motion, which is where the name Vehicle Dynamics comes from. Fabrication stays in ICON's own shop, from laser cutting and metal forming to CNC machining, welding and final assembly. ICON calls its suspension systems and shock absorbers the top choice for popular trucks and SUVs.
Authorized ICON Vehicle Dynamics dealer. Prestige Truck is an authorized ICON Vehicle Dynamics dealer, so every ICON part we sell is new and genuine. ICON's warranty is for the original retail buyer, on the vehicle the part was first installed on. Keep your Prestige Truck order receipt: we use it when we take a claim to ICON for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this fit my 2020-2022 Jeep Gladiator?
It fits when your vehicle matches one of these rows: 2020-2022 Jeep Gladiator (2.5-3" lift); 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler (2.5-3" lift). If you are unsure about your trim or drivetrain, send us your VIN and we will check it against ICON's application list before you order.
Does ICON publish install steps for it?
Yes. ICON's install sheet for 26523 is linked in the Installation section below, with its steps condensed on this page. Use the sheet for the torque values.
Do I need to order two shocks?
Yes, for one axle. Most 2.0 Series part numbers are a single shock, and ICON calls for two per axle. Some remote reservoir parts are made for one side, so order the driver side and passenger side numbers together.
Internal or remote reservoir: which should I pick?
An internal reservoir shock is the simpler install, with nothing extra to mount. A remote reservoir shock carries more oil and more cooling surface, so it resists fade better on long rough drives, and it needs its reservoir bracket mounted near the shock.
Should I choose the 2.0 or the 2.5 Series?
ICON aims the 2.0 Series at daily driving and weekend trail use. For extreme off-road driving it points owners to the 2.5 Series, which is stronger and handles heat better.
How often do ICON shocks need service?
ICON's maintenance guide suggests a factory service about every 40,000 miles for street use, or about every 15,000 miles for a mix of street and dirt, and sooner if a shock leaks, rides worse or gets noisy. Wash off salt and mud, wax the bodies once a year and check the nitrogen charge yearly.
Installation
- Torque Wrench
- 18mm Socket / Wrench
Here's the short version. Follow ICON's install sheet (below) for your vehicle's exact steps and torque values.
- Place the vehicle on a smooth, level surface. Ensure that the vehicle is in PARK, engage the emergency brake, and chock the tires before performing any work to the vehicle.
- Remove the factory shock using an 18mm.
- Using factory hardware and an 18mm, install the ICON front shock. [Torque to factory spec]
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Specifications
| Brand | ICON Vehicle Dynamics |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 26523 |
| Product Type | Shock absorber |
| Series | 2.0 Aluminum Series |
| Body Diameter | 2" |
| Body | Anodized 6063 aluminum |
| Construction | Nitrogen-charged monotube |
| Mounting | Polyurethane bushings, zinc-plated sleeves, forged steel stems |
| Service | Fully rebuildable and revalveable |
| Position | Front |
| Lift | 2.5"; 2.5-3" |
| Finish | 6063 anodized aluminum body |
| UPC | 840103401768 |
Warranty, shipping & returns
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Warranty
ICON covers its shock absorbers, including the shock in every coilover, for 1 year against manufacturer's defects.- Coverage belongs to the original retail buyer who owns the vehicle the part was first installed on.
- A shock that fails in its first year goes to ICON for inspection and service. If ICON finds the cause was neglect, poor installation or anything other than normal wear and tear, the owner pays for labor, parts and shipping.
- ICON repairs or replaces a defective part, at its discretion. Removal, reinstallation, freight and incidental or consequential costs are not covered, and parts that wear in normal use are not treated as defective.
- Not covered: finish (including finish marks from shipping), alterations or modifications, installation that departs from ICON's instructions, racing use, police, taxi, government or commercial vehicles, and sales outside the United States and Canada.
- ICON shocks leave the factory charged with nitrogen. Letting that charge out can make a shock malfunction, and ICON does not cover a failure caused by low nitrogen pressure.
- To claim, contact us first with your order number and a short description of the problem. We open the claim with ICON for you, and your Prestige Truck receipt is the proof of purchase ICON asks for.
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Free shipping
Ships free to the lower 48 states, with no minimum order.- Order by 5 PM ET on a business day and it starts processing the same day.
- Most orders arrive within 1-5 business days.
- We email your tracking number as soon as it ships.
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Inspect on delivery
Each shock ships charged with nitrogen: check the body, shaft, reservoir hose and hardware bag as soon as the carton arrives, photograph any damage right away, and never let the nitrogen out. Check it as soon as it arrives.- Look for crushed ends, punctures or tears in the carton.
- If something looks wrong, take photos of the box and the parts (and if a driver asks you to sign, note the damage on the receipt).
- Open the box and check the parts against the parts list before you install.
- Email support@prestigetruck.com right away with your order number, a short note and photos. We send a replacement or a full refund at no cost to you.
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30-day returns
Return it within 30 days of delivery, unused, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase.- Email support@prestigetruck.com with your order number. We reply within 1-2 business days with instructions.
- Damaged, defective or wrong item: we send a prepaid label or arrange a pickup.
- Changed your mind: you pay return shipping. No restocking fee.
- Refunds go back to your original payment method within 7 business days of approval. See our returns policy.