KYB 235702 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Saturn L-Series

The KYB Excel-G 235702 is a front left suspension strut for select 2000-2002 Saturn LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, and 2001-2002 Saturn L100, L200, L300, LW200, and LW300 models. Built to restore original ride control and handling, this KYB Excel-G strut is a direct OE-style replacement for Saturn L Series front suspension service.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut for Saturn L Series applications
• Restores designed control, stability, stopping response, lane change response, and handling
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for consistent damping performance
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Made in USA
• Part number 235702

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G is part of KYB’s OE-focused Excel-G line, built on the same assembly lines and with the same quality components used for original equipment production. This suspension strut is calibrated to restore factory-designed performance rather than change ride characteristics, making it a practical choice for Saturn L100, L200, L300, LS, LS1, LS2, LW1, LW2, LW200, and LW300 front left strut replacement. The 235702 strut measures 14.33 inches compressed length, 20.62 inches extended length, and 6.29 inches stroke length, with a 12x1.25 upper mount type and an R-stop design.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71556 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
• Loose steering feel or delayed steering response
• Uneven tire contact and reduced road control
• Nose dive during braking and unstable lane changes
• Noise or vibration from worn front suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2000 Saturn LS, front left; 2000 Saturn LS1, front left; 2000 Saturn LS2, front left; 2000 Saturn LW1, front left; 2000 Saturn LW2, front left; 2001-2002 Saturn L100, front left; 2001-2002 Saturn L200, front left; 2001-2002 Saturn L300, front left; 2001-2002 Saturn LW200, front left; and 2001-2002 Saturn LW300, front left. For reduced noise and vibration, KYB recommends replacing the strut mount with SM5333. To protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt, use KYB strut boot SB103.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a global OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is built to OE-quality standards on KYB production lines. Electronic safety systems depend on suspension, brakes, and tires operating as the vehicle manufacturer intended, and this strut is engineered to help maintain that original system behavior.