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KYB 334688 Suspension Strut - Front Right
| Brand | KYB 71-13599-00 |
|---|---|
| Bolt Hole Quantity | 2 |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Fiber |
| Thickness | 0.0310 |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —6 vehicles |
OE replacement strut. Calibrated to restore original ride control and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged construction helps maintain consistent performance.
OE-quality components. Built on KYB OE assembly lines for original-equipment standards.
Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72327 and Saab 93190586 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Saab 9-3
The KYB Excel-G suspension strut, part number 334688, is an OE-style replacement for the front right position on 2003-2008 Saab 9-3 models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability without changing the vehicle’s designed handling balance.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement strut for the front right suspension position
- Restores designed control and handling on the Saab 9-3
- 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 USA
- Includes B-stop and R-stop design features
Product Details
KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style replacement line, produced on the same assembly lines used for OE supply and calibrated to match original suspension performance. For Saab 9-3 owners looking for a front right suspension strut, part number 334688 is engineered to support stable braking, lane change response, and consistent road feel. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72327 for the same application.
What This Strut Helps Address
- Excessive front-end bounce or rebound
- Reduced steering precision during lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
- Body movement that affects braking stability
- Suspension noise or handling inconsistency from a worn strut
Installation Notes
Fits 2003-2008 Saab 9-3, front right. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify upper mount thread size 14x1.50 and confirm compressed length 13.97 in., extended length 20.78 in., and stroke length 6.81 in. before installation. A KYB strut boot, part number SB101, is listed as a protective accessory for keeping dirt, debris, and salt away from the strut shaft.
Quality Assurance
KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is built to OE-quality standards on KYB production lines. The design focuses on restoring original suspension behavior for the Saab 9-3 rather than altering it, making KYB Excel-G 334688 a technical replacement choice for front right suspension service.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Saab | 9-3 | FWD | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | Saab | 9-3 | — | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | Saab | 9-3 | — | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2005 | Saab | 9-3 | — | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Saab | 9-3 | — | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Saab | 9-3 | — | Front Right | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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