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KYB 3340341 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB 3340341 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left |
| Compressed Length | 10.55 |
| Extended Length | 16.65 |
| Stroke Length | 6.1 |
| Upper Mount Type | 12x1.25 |
| Dust Cover Included | N |
| 9783 | N |
| 9908 | Y |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | Mazda · 7 vehicles |
OEA direct replacement. Restores original performance with OE-quality components.
Nitrogen gas-charged design. Twin-tube construction helps maintain ride control and handling.
OE assembly line made. Built on the same KYB lines used for original equipment products.
Cross-references BCKE3490XJ, BDEN3490XB and BDTS3490XJ for the same application. See all 4.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Mazda 3
The KYB Excel-G suspension strut is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping, lane-change response, and handling. This front left strut for the Mazda 3 is calibrated to OE-style performance and is made on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components.
Key Features
- Part number: 3340341
- Suspension strut for the front left position
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
- Compressed length: 10.55 in.
- Extended length: 16.65 in.
- Stroke length: 6.1 in.
- Upper mount type: 12x1.25
- Excel-G line focuses on restoring original vehicle performance
- Made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components
Product Details
KYB Excel-G part number 3340341 is an OEA-style replacement suspension strut for 2019-2025 Mazda 3 front left applications, including 2024-2025 Mazda 3 front left models except Mexico-built vehicles and 2019-2023 Mazda 3 front left models. The Excel-G line is engineered to return the vehicle to its original designed ride characteristics rather than change them, making it a practical choice for drivers and technicians looking for a direct OE replacement for Mazda 3 front suspension service.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or oscillation
- Reduced steering response during lane changes
- Uneven ride control over bumps and rough pavement
- Loss of stability during braking
- Front suspension wear that affects handling feel
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify front left fitment by model year and build origin before installation. This strut is specified for 2024-2025 Mazda 3 front left, except Mexico-built vehicles, and 2019-2023 Mazda 3 front left. Confirm the upper mount thread specification of 12x1.25 and compare compressed and extended lengths to the original unit before assembly.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same assembly lines used for original equipment applications. The design uses OE-quality components and is calibrated to restore factory-style ride control for Mazda 3 front suspension service.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | (Except Mexico Built); Excel-G |
| 2024 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | (Except Mexico Built); Excel-G |
| 2023 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | Recommended OEM Replacement; Excel-G |
| 2022 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | Recommended OEM Replacement; Excel-G |
| 2021 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | Recommended OEM Replacement; Excel-G |
| 2020 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | Recommended OEM Replacement; Excel-G |
| 2019 | Mazda | 3 | Front Left | Recommended OEM Replacement; Excel-G |
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