KYB 333494 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Mazda 2

The KYB Excel-G 333494 is a front right suspension strut for 2011-2014 Mazda 2 models. Built to restore original ride control and steering response, it is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for drivers addressing worn suspension performance on a Mazda 2 front right application.

Key Features

• KYB Excel-G line calibrated to restore original suspension performance
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension strut design
• Vehicle-specific damping valves help manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• R-stop included; dust cover, internal rebound spring, and B-stop are not included
• Upper mount type: 12x1.25; compressed length 13.38 in., extended length 20.03 in., stroke length 6.65 in.

About the Excel-G Line

KYB Excel-G is built on the same OE assembly lines used for KYB original equipment products and is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed handling characteristics rather than change them. For Mazda 2 owners, the 333494 supports consistent ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability while maintaining factory-style suspension behavior. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72544 for the same application.

What This Strut Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or poor damping from a worn front strut
• Loose steering feel or delayed response in a Mazda 2 front right corner
• Uneven tire contact caused by reduced suspension control
• Body movement during braking, cornering, or lane changes
• Suspension noise or handling changes related to strut wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2011-2014 Mazda 2, front right. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify spring, mount, and related wear items before installation, and use the correct upper mount thread specification of 12x1.25 during service. For added protection, KYB recommends a strut boot such as SB101.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced using OE-quality components on KYB manufacturing lines. The 333494 is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement for Asian vehicles, with application-specific calibration aimed at restoring factory-designed suspension performance on the Mazda 2.