KYB 235704 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Matrix and Vibe

The KYB Excel-G 235704 is a front left suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a direct OE-style replacement for 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe and 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix models with front left fitment.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
• Restores designed control and handling
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction
• 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 design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Made in USA
• R-stop design included

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is part of KYB’s OE replacement line, engineered on the same assembly lines used for original equipment production and calibrated to return the vehicle to its intended performance balance rather than alter it. For drivers searching for a front left strut for a Pontiac Vibe or Toyota Matrix, KYB 235704 provides an OE-equivalent solution focused on ride control, braking stability, lane-change response, and handling consistency. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 72117) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or oscillation after bumps
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Nose dive during braking
• Body roll during cornering and lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension damping

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe, front left. Fits 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5215, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB102, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt. Verify upper mount thread size 14x1.50 and confirm compressed length 13.99, extended length 20.52, and stroke length 6.53 before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is built as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement line. The design uses OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration to support factory-style suspension performance.