KYB 3340303 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Explorer

KYB Excel-G part number 3340303 is a front left suspension strut for the Ford Explorer. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change feel, and handling without changing the vehicle’s designed performance.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement range, produced on the same assembly lines used for original equipment applications and calibrated for factory-like operation. For Ford Explorer owners looking for a direct-fit front left strut, 3340303 is a practical OE replacement choice.

Key Features

• Part number 3340303
• Front left suspension strut
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Compressed length: 15.68 in.
• Extended length: 21.52 in.
• Stroke length: 5.84 in.
• Upper mount type: 14x1.50
• Internal rebound spring included
• Dust cover not included

Excel-G OE Replacement Design

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OE replacement line for drivers who want factory-style suspension response. This strut is calibrated to restore the Explorer’s original ride control and steering feel, making it a strong match for daily driving, highway stability, and predictable braking response. If you are replacing a worn front left strut on a Ford Explorer, KYB 3340303 is built for that application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2014-2019 Ford Explorer, Front Left. Recommended OEM replacement; Excel-G.
• Fits 2013 Ford Explorer, Front Left. From 09/04/2012; Excel-G.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Unstable braking feel from a worn strut
• Uneven ride control on the front left corner
• Handling looseness caused by suspension wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s build date and front left position before ordering, especially for 2013 Ford Explorer applications noted from 09/04/2012. Compare the compressed length, extended length, stroke length, and upper mount thread size to the original strut before installation. A professional alignment is recommended after strut replacement.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is manufactured on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 3340303 is engineered to restore original designed performance for the Ford Explorer front left suspension position.