KYB 334241 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Toyota RAV4

The KYB Excel-G 334241 is a front right suspension strut for 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 models. Built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability, it is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers who want factory-like handling on the road.

As part of the KYB Excel-G line, this strut is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance rather than change the suspension feel. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components.

Key Features

• Fits 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4, front right
• OE-style replacement for Asian SUVs and crossovers
• Restores designed control, lane-change response, and handling
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Made in USA
• Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72126 for the same application

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G part number 334241 is engineered for the front right position on 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 models, including applications with 235/60R16 tires and sealed front struts where specified. This strut is designed to restore the vehicle’s original ride control, stopping stability, and steering precision, making it a practical choice for a Toyota RAV4 front right strut replacement. KYB’s Excel-G line is built on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment supply and uses components selected to match factory performance targets.

The design includes a nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction, a triple-lip fluid seal, and in-house damping valves tuned for proper tire contact and body motion control. KYB also notes that its strut bodies and brackets are built with high rigidity to help maintain alignment under load. Part number 334241 is a direct-fit suspension strut for drivers searching for a 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 front right shock and strut assembly replacement.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive bounce or float after bumps
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Body movement that feels loose or unstable
• Noise or vibration from worn suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s tire and front strut configuration before ordering, since this part is listed for specific 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 front right applications. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount with part number SM5162 and protecting the new strut with KYB strut boot SB103 to help reduce noise, vibration, and contamination from dirt, debris, and salt. After installation, a professional alignment is recommended to confirm correct suspension geometry.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is built to OE-quality standards on KYB production lines. The 334241 strut is designed to restore factory-style performance for the Toyota RAV4 rather than alter the vehicle’s suspension character.