KYB 334370 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Forester

KYB Excel-G part number 334370 is a front right suspension strut for 2004-2005 Subaru Forester models without self-leveling rear suspension. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability for daily driving and highway use.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement series, built on the same assembly lines used for original equipment applications and calibrated to return the vehicle to factory-designed performance. For Subaru Forester owners, 334370 is a direct-fit suspension strut choice focused on control, alignment consistency, and predictable handling.

Key Features

• Fits 2004-2005 Subaru Forester, front right
• KYB Excel-G OE-style replacement for restoring original ride control
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Internal rebound spring included
• Upper mount thread size: 14x1.50
• Compressed length: 15.39 in.; extended length: 20.24 in.; stroke length: 4.85 in.

Detailed Description

KYB 334370 is engineered for the front right position on the Subaru Forester and is intended for vehicles without self-leveling rear suspension. As part of the Excel-G line, it focuses on restoring the suspension behavior the vehicle was designed to deliver, rather than changing ride characteristics. This makes it a practical replacement for worn struts that can affect braking stability, lane-change response, and tire contact.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72345 for the same application. It is also listed as an interchange with Gabriel G52068. If you are replacing suspension components on a 2004-2005 Subaru Forester, 334370 is a fitment-specific option to consider alongside related maintenance items.

What This Strut Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or reduced damping control
• Loose steering feel or delayed response in turns
• Nose dive during braking
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension control
• Noise or vibration associated with aging strut components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2004-2005 Subaru Forester, front right. Verify that the vehicle does not have self-leveling rear suspension before ordering. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount with part number SM5361 to reduce noise and vibration, and using strut boot SB103 to help protect the unit from dirt, debris, and salt. Confirm all mounting points, thread size, and suspension condition before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the Subaru Forester application and to support proper operation of vehicle safety systems that depend on suspension, brakes, and tires working as engineered.