KYB 236005 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Mazda MPV

The KYB Excel-G 236005 is a front right suspension strut for 1989-1998 Mazda MPV models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and handling balance for the vehicle’s designed suspension setup.

KYB’s Excel-G line is an OE-style replacement series made on KYB assembly lines with OE-quality components and calibration focused on returning the suspension to factory performance. For Mazda MPV owners looking for a direct-fit front right strut, 236005 is a practical replacement choice.

Key Features

• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension strut design
• Vehicle-specific damping valves for tire contact, steering response, and body control
• Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket construction to help minimize flex and maintain alignment
• OE-style replacement for Asian mini-vans, including Mazda MPV applications
• Cross-reference: Monroe Shocks & Struts 71913 for the same application

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G part number 236005 is engineered for the front right position on 1989-1998 Mazda MPV models, excluding rear self-leveling applications. It is designed to restore the suspension behavior the vehicle was built with, helping maintain stable braking, lane-change response, and predictable handling. The strut uses a twin-tube, gas-charged design with hand-assembled damping valves and OE-quality construction.

As part of the Excel-G line, this strut is intended for drivers who want factory-style ride control rather than a changed suspension feel. The part number 236005 is also a common search term for Mazda MPV front right strut replacement, KYB Excel-G strut replacement, and OE-style suspension repair for 1989-1998 Mazda MPV models.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or poor rebound control
• Loose steering feel or delayed response
• Nose dive during braking
• Body roll and instability in turns
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension damping

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible with 1989-1998 Mazda MPV, front right, excluding rear self-leveling models. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount, part number SM5115, to reduce noise and vibration, and using a strut boot, part number SB104, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and road salt. Verify compressed length, extended length, stroke, and upper mount thread size before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and Excel-G is built on the same production lines used for original equipment applications. The design focuses on restoring factory suspension performance with OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration.