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KYB 335609 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB FRC12042C |
|---|---|
| Bleeder Screw Thread | M10x1 |
| Caliper Bracket Mounting Hole Size | 14.000 |
| Caliper Bracket Mounting Hole Thread Pitch | 2.000 |
| Caliper Casting Material | Aluminum |
| Caliper Configuration | Semi-Loaded |
| Caliper Piston Diameter | 1.890 |
| Caliper Piston Diameter | 48.000 |
| Caliper Piston Quantity | 1 |
| Caliper Type | Floating |
| Manufacturing Type | Remanufactured |
| Surface Finish | Coated |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —6 vehicles |
OE replacement. Restores original ride control and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
OE-quality components. Built on KYB OE assembly lines for original performance.
Cross-references Ford AA8Z18124B, Ford AA8Z18124D and Monroe Shocks & Struts 72534 for the same application. See all 4.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Flex and MKT
KYB Excel-G strut 335609 is an OE-style suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a direct replacement for the front left position on 2010-2012 Ford Flex and 2010-2012 Lincoln MKT applications.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement strut for domestic SUVs and crossovers
- Restores designed handling, body control, and lane-change response
- 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
- Electronic safety systems rely on suspension performance that matches the vehicle maker’s original setup
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is engineered on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibration focused on restoring factory performance rather than changing it. Part number 335609 is an OEA-style replacement for the front left suspension strut on Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT models, with dimensions of 11.33 inches compressed length, 18.24 inches extended length, and 6.91 inches stroke length. The upper mount type is 14X2.00, and the unit includes an R-stop.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72534 and 72727 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bouncing after bumps
- Loose or delayed steering response
- Nose dive during braking
- Body roll in turns and lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn suspension damping
Installation Notes
Fits 2010-2012 Ford Flex, front left. Fits 2010-2012 Lincoln MKT, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify alignment after installation. For added protection, KYB recommends a strut boot, part number SB101, to help shield the strut from dirt, debris, and salt.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is built to restore original vehicle control using OE-quality components and OE-line manufacturing standards. This makes KYB Excel-G 335609 a practical replacement choice when the goal is to return the suspension to factory-like operation on Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT front left applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ford | Flex | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2012 | Lincoln | MKT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Ford | Flex | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2011 | Lincoln | MKT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Ford | Flex | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | Lincoln | MKT | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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