{"product_id":"kyb-333349-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 333349 Suspension Strut - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Ford Focus\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore factory ride control on a 2000-2005 Ford Focus with the KYB Excel-G suspension strut, part number 333349. This OE-style replacement is calibrated to return original steering response, stability, and body control without changing the vehicle’s intended suspension behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB recommended OEM replacement strut for front left applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2005 Ford Focus, front left\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR-stop included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExcel-G Product Line Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G is built on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment production and uses OE-quality components. The line is calibrated to restore designed performance, making it a practical choice for drivers and technicians looking for a direct replacement strut for the Ford Focus. Part number 333349 is part of KYB’s Excel-G line, which is classified as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Strut Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive bounce or poor ride control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose steering feel or delayed lane-change response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by worn damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody movement during braking, cornering, or rough-road driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension performance loss from leaking or fatigued struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2000-2005 Ford Focus, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5169, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB101, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71505 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced using OE-quality components on KYB’s OE assembly lines. The design focuses on restoring original suspension behavior for the Ford Focus rather than altering it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44623854829749,"sku":"BFJG-333349","price":77.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_333349_Fro.jpg?v=1775072067","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-333349-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}