KYB 335040 Suspension Strut - Front Right

KYB Excel-G Front Right Strut for Toyota RAV4

The KYB Excel-G 335040 is a front right suspension strut for 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4 models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability for drivers replacing a worn OE-style strut.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement for Asian SUVs and crossovers
• Restores designed control and handling on the Toyota RAV4
• 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
• Internal rebound spring included

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OE replacement line for drivers who want suspension performance close to the original factory setup. The 335040 is assembled on KYB OE production lines using OE-quality components and calibrated to return the vehicle to its intended ride characteristics rather than change them.

Detailed Description

Compatible with 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4 front right applications, KYB 335040 is a suspension strut designed for direct replacement of the original unit. The compressed length is 15.9 inches, extended length is 20.78 inches, and stroke length is 4.88 inches. The upper mount type is 14X1.50. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71453 for the same application.

For Toyota RAV4 owners addressing uneven ride quality, loose steering feel, or reduced stability during braking and lane changes, the Excel-G line focuses on restoring factory-like suspension behavior. It also supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by helping the suspension, brakes, and tires work as the vehicle manufacturer intended.

What This Strut Helps Address

• Excessive bounce or poor damping from a worn front right strut
• Reduced steering response and body control in turns
• Front-end instability during braking or lane changes
• Suspension noise and vibration related to worn mounting components
• Alignment issues caused by flex in weakened strut bodies or brackets

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4, front right. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5162, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB102, helps protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and road salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is calibrated to restore original performance characteristics for the Toyota RAV4 rather than alter them.