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KYB 235911 Suspension Strut - Rear
| Brand | KYB 235911 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Length | 15.59 |
| Extended Length | 24.84 |
| Stroke Length | 9.25 |
| Upper Mount Type | 12x1.25 |
| Dust Cover Included | N |
| Internal Rebound Spring | N |
| B-stop | N |
| R-stop | Y |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 6 vehicles |
OE replacement strut. Calibrated to restore original ride control and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel G55693 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 71984 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Contour and Mystique
The KYB Excel-G suspension strut is an OE-style replacement built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. This rear strut is engineered for 1995-1997 Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique applications, including 1997 models built to 2/1997.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
- Restores designed control and handling for Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique
- 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
- Part number 235911
Product Details
KYB Excel-G is part of KYB’s OE-focused product line, calibrated to return the suspension to original designed performance rather than change ride characteristics. KYB builds this rear suspension strut on the same OE assembly lines used for new vehicle manufacturing, using OE-quality components and damping control matched to the application. For 1995-1997 Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique rear suspension service, part number 235911 provides a direct replacement solution for restoring predictable handling and ride control.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71984 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
- Reduced stability during lane changes and cornering
- Slow steering response and loose handling feel
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
- Noise and vibration from aged suspension components
Installation Notes
Compatible With 1995-1996 Ford Contour, rear; 1997 Ford Contour, rear, to 2/1997; 1995-1996 Mercury Mystique, rear; and 1997 Mercury Mystique, rear, to 2/1997. Verify the vehicle build date and rear suspension configuration before ordering. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount, part number SM5140, to reduce noise and vibration, and using strut boot SB102 to protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier to vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is classified as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement. The design uses OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration to support factory-style suspension performance on the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | Contour | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; To 2/1997; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mystique | Rear | Recommended OEM Replacement; To 2/1997; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
| 1996 | Ford | Contour | Rear | Recommended OEM replacement; available only while supplies last.; Excel-G |
| 1996 | Mercury | Mystique | Rear | Recommended OEM replacement; available only while supplies last.; Excel-G |
| 1995 | Ford | Contour | Rear | Recommended OEM replacement; available only while supplies last.; Excel-G |
| 1995 | Mercury | Mystique | Rear | Recommended OEM replacement; available only while supplies last.; Excel-G |
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