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KYB 334701 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB 13-220 |
|---|---|
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —48 vehicles |
OEA replacement. Restores original ride control and handling without changing designed performance.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged construction helps deliver consistent damping response.
Internal rebound spring. Helps maintain tire contact and steady body movement over rough roads.
Cross-references Gabriel G52005, Mazda B32T34900C and Mazda B32T34900D for the same application. See all 9.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Mazda 3 and Mazda 5
KYB Excel-G part number 334701 is a suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and steering feel. It is a front left application for select Mazda 3 and Mazda 5 models, with OE-style calibration for drivers who want factory-like handling characteristics.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement strut for Asian vehicles, including Mazda applications
- Fits 2004-2013 Mazda 3, front left
- Fits 2006-2010 Mazda 5, front left
- Fits 2012-2015 Mazda 5, front left
- 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
- Internal rebound spring and anti-rollover spring design
- Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is built on KYB OE manufacturing processes and uses OE-quality components to return the suspension to its original designed performance rather than changing ride characteristics. Part number 334701 is calibrated for the front left position on Mazda 3 and Mazda 5 models, making it a direct choice for restoring consistent control on daily-driven vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72264 for the same application.
What This Strut Helps Address
- Excessive bounce or poor damping after strut wear
- Loose steering response during lane changes
- Reduced braking stability from weakened suspension control
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension damping
- Body movement and alignment issues related to strut flex
Installation Notes
Fits 2004-2013 Mazda 3, front left. Fits 2006-2010 Mazda 5, front left. Fits 2012-2015 Mazda 5, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify the upper mount thread size is 12x1.25 and confirm all suspension components match the vehicle’s original configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and Excel-G is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is intended to restore factory-level suspension behavior for Mazda 3 and Mazda 5 applications while maintaining consistent control and handling.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2014 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 3 | GS-SKY | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2013 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | GS-SKY | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | Sport GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | Sport GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Mazda | 3 | Sport GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 3 | GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 3 | GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 3 | GS | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 3 | GT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 3 | GX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | Mazda | 3 | i | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | Mazda | 3 | S | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | Mazda | 3 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | Mazda | 5 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2005 | Mazda | 3 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Mazda | 3 | — | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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