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KYB 339073 Suspension Strut - Front Left
| Brand | KYB FRC12494 |
|---|---|
| Bleeder Screw Thread | M10x1 |
| Caliper Casting Material | Cast Iron |
| Caliper Configuration | Semi-Loaded |
| Manufacturing Type | Remanufactured |
| Surface Finish | Plain |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —4 vehicles |
OE replacement choice. Restores original control and handling without changing the design.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Acura 51606S3VA09, Acura 51606S3VA1 and Gabriel G52140 for the same application. See all 4.
KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Acura MDX
KYB Excel-G strut 339073 is an OE-style suspension strut for the front left position on 2003-2006 Acura MDX models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability while maintaining the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.
Key Features
- Fits 2003-2006 Acura MDX, front left
- KYB Excel-G OEA replacement line for Asian SUVs and crossovers
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension strut design
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for tire contact and body motion control
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Strong strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment under load
- Made in USA
- Part number 339073
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is engineered to return the suspension to its original operating characteristics rather than change ride feel. For the Acura MDX, part number 339073 uses OE-quality components and KYB’s OE assembly-line manufacturing approach to support consistent damping performance. This front left strut is a practical choice when the goal is to restore handling balance, lane-change response, and braking stability on the Acura MDX.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72230 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bounce or float after bumps
- Reduced steering response during lane changes
- Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
- Noise or vibration from a fatigued front strut
- Loss of ride stability on the Acura MDX
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2003-2006 Acura MDX, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5211, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB104, can help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB assembly lines used for original equipment applications. Part number 339073 is built to OE-style standards for restoring factory suspension performance on the Acura MDX.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Acura | MDX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2005 | Acura | MDX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Acura | MDX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Acura | MDX | Front Left | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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