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KYB 334501 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB 424.820 |
|---|---|
| Material | FPM (fluoride rubber) |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —6 vehicles |
OE replacement choice. 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 G56561 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 71436 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Santa Fe
KYB Excel-G part number 334501 is a front left suspension strut for 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability for daily driving and braking performance.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement choice for Asian SUVs and crossovers
- Restores the designed control and handling of the Hyundai Santa Fe
- 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, steering response, and body movement
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Made in USA
- Electronic safety systems depend on suspension performance staying within factory intent
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket solution, using OE-quality components and calibration focused on restoring factory ride characteristics rather than changing them. For the 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left applications, KYB 334501 is designed to bring back consistent damping, stable lane changes, and predictable stopping behavior. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71436 for the same application.
KYB also recommends replacing the strut mount, part number SM5295, to reduce noise and vibration, and adding strut boot SB102 to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bounce or float after bumps
- Loose steering feel or delayed response
- Nose dive during braking
- Uneven tire contact from worn damping control
- Noise or vibration from a worn front suspension strut
Installation Notes
Fits 2001-2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify alignment after installation, and inspect the mount and protective boot before final assembly. Part number 334501 is intended for the front left position only.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and factory-style calibration. Part number 334501 is built to restore original suspension performance for the Hyundai Santa Fe platform.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2005 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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