KYB 235914 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Escort and Tracer

The KYB Excel-G 235914 is a front right suspension strut built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications, with calibration focused on factory-designed handling rather than changing the vehicle’s character.

KYB’s Excel-G line is an OEA-style replacement series made on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. For 1997-2002 Ford Escort and 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer front right applications, part number 235914 is a practical choice when the goal is to bring suspension performance back to original specification.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
• Fits 1997-2002 Ford Escort, front right
• Fits 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer, front right
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design
• 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
• Upper mount type: 12X1.25
• Compressed length: 12.04 in; extended length: 18.46 in; stroke length: 6.42 in

Product Details

The Excel-G line is engineered to restore the vehicle’s original ride control, stopping stability, lane-change response, and handling balance. On the Escort and Tracer, that means a front right strut calibrated to work with the suspension geometry and electronic safety systems as the manufacturer intended. Part number 235914 is also a direct cross-reference for Monroe Shocks & Struts 71992 for the same application.

Common Problems This Strut Can Address

• Excessive bouncing or poor damping at the front right corner
• Loose steering feel or delayed lane-change response
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension control
• Noisy or unstable ride from a fatigued strut assembly
• Reduced braking stability during weight transfer

Installation Notes

Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5170, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB105, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt. Verify front right fitment before installation on 1997-2002 Ford Escort and 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer models.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is built on the same KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring factory performance for the suspension system, including the control needed by braking and stability systems.