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KYB 331009 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB W79768 |
|---|---|
| Bleeder Screw Cap Included | No |
| Bleeder Screw Included | Yes |
| Bore Diameter | 1.188 |
| Brake Component Inlet Thread Size | 3/8-24 in |
| Casting Material | Cast Iron |
| Package Contents | 1 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder |
| Thread Diameter | 3/8 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —12 vehicles |
OE replacement choice. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leaks.
Cross-references Gabriel G56622 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 71434 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Civic
KYB Excel-G 331009 is a front left suspension strut built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Honda Civic and Acura EL applications, with vehicle-specific damping calibrated for factory handling characteristics.
Key Features
- Fits 2001-2005 Honda Civic, front left
- Fits 2001-2003 Acura EL, front left
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut design
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Hand-assembled, in-house damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Upper mount type: 12x1.25
- Compressed length: 13.07 in; extended length: 19.17 in; stroke length: 6.1 in
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is engineered as an OE replacement solution for restoring factory suspension behavior rather than changing it. Part number 331009 is built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and is classified as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement. For Honda Civic and Acura EL front left applications, this strut is designed to help return the vehicle to the control, stability, and lane-change responsiveness expected from the original suspension setup. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71434 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bounce or float from a worn front strut
- Reduced steering precision during lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by weak damping control
- Noise or vibration associated with worn suspension components
- Loss of factory ride control on a 2001-2005 Honda Civic or 2001-2003 Acura EL
Installation Notes
Install according to the manufacturer’s instructions and replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly as specified for the vehicle. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5402, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB103, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt. Verify front left fitment and mounting dimensions before installation.
Quality Assurance
KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 331009 is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the listed Honda Civic and Acura EL applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Honda | Civic | Hybrid | 1.3L | L4 | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Honda | Civic | Hybrid | 1.3L | L4 | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Acura | EL | — | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Honda | Civic | Hybrid | 1.3L | L4 | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Acura | EL | — | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | DX | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | EX | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | GX | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | HX | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Honda | Civic | LX | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Acura | EL | — | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Honda | Civic | — | — | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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