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KYB 334428 Suspension Strut - Rear Right
| Brand | KYB 711-255K |
|---|---|
| Bolt Grade | Grade 5 |
| Color | Gold |
| Flanged | No |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Head Style | Spline Drive Acorn Nut |
| Lock Design Pattern | External |
| Lug Length | 1.39 |
| Lug Outside Diameter | 0.78 |
| Material | Steel |
| Package Contents | 20 Locks; 1 Key |
| SAE or Metric | SAE |
| Seat Style | Conical Seat - 60 deg |
| Thread Direction | Clockwise |
| Thread Pitch | 0.5 |
| Thread Type | Fine |
| Washers Included | No |
| Wheel Lock Key Included | Yes |
| Wheel Lock Key Part Number | 711-040.1 |
| Wheel Lock Type | Spline Drive |
| Wrench Size Required | 19 mm; 21 mm |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —3 vehicles |
OEA replacement. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leaks.
Cross-references Gabriel G56668 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 71496 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Right Strut for Highlander
The KYB Excel-G 334428 is a suspension strut for the rear right position on select Toyota Highlander models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, stability, and handling without changing the vehicle’s intended suspension behavior.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement choice for Asian SUVs and crossovers
- Designed to restore the designed control and handling of the Toyota Highlander
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
- 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 the USA
- Part number: 334428
Product Details
KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style replacement line, built on the same OE assembly lines and using OE-quality components to restore factory-calibrated performance. For 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander rear right suspension service, part number 334428 is engineered to return the vehicle’s original ride control characteristics while supporting consistent braking, lane-change response, and suspension stability. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71496 for the same application.
Common Problems This Strut Can Address
- Excessive bouncing or poor damping at the rear suspension
- Reduced stability during braking or lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn strut performance
- Noisy or loose-feeling rear suspension response
- Loss of factory ride control on a Toyota Highlander
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander, rear right. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5175, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB101, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt. Verify alignment after installation.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is calibrated to restore original suspension performance rather than alter it. The 334428 uses OE-quality construction and application-specific damping to support consistent operation in the Toyota Highlander platform.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Toyota | Highlander | FWD | Rear Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Toyota | Highlander | FWD | Rear Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Toyota | Highlander | FWD | Rear Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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