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KYB 334507 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB 168B2 |
|---|---|
| Amperage Rating | 0.42 |
| Bulb Base Type | W2,1x9,5d |
| Bulb Color | Clear |
| Bulb Finish | Clear |
| Bulb Material | Glass |
| Bulb Technology | Incandescent |
| Bulb Type | Standard Mini Bulb |
| DOT Approved | No |
| Diameter | 0.43 |
| Filament Quantity | 1 |
| Filament Type | C-2F |
| Length | 1.06 |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Wattage | 4.9 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —3 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 oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel G52158, Hyundai 546500W001 and Hyundai 546502B100 for the same application. See all 4.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Santa Fe
The KYB Excel-G 334507 is a front left suspension strut for 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body movement characteristics while maintaining OE-style performance.
Key Features
- Fits 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, front left
- Excel-G line is calibrated to restore factory-designed handling and stability
- 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 steering response
- Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Made in USA
- Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72300 for the same application
About the Excel-G Line
KYB Excel-G is an OE-style replacement line focused on restoring the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than changing it. KYB manufactures this line on OE assembly equipment using OE-quality components, and the design is intended for drivers who want factory-like ride control on a Hyundai Santa Fe. Part number 334507 is part of that OE replacement approach.
What This Strut Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or rebound
- Loose steering feel during lane changes
- Reduced stability over bumps and uneven pavement
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
- Suspension noise or handling changes from a worn front left strut
Installation Notes and Tips
Install on the front left position only for the listed Hyundai Santa Fe applications. The manufacturer notes that the suspension strut and coil spring assembly should be replaced according to the vehicle maker’s instructions. Verify compressed length, extended length, stroke, and upper mount thread specification before installation. KYB also recommends protecting the new strut with strut boot SB105 to help keep dirt, debris, and salt away from the shaft area.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is built to OE-quality standards on KYB production lines. The strut body and bracket design are engineered to maintain alignment and support consistent suspension performance in daily driving.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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