{"product_id":"kyb-339246-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 339246 Suspension Strut - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G part number 339246 is a front suspension strut for Chrysler, Dodge, and Volkswagen minivan applications. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability while maintaining OE-style handling characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Excel-G line is KYB’s OEA replacement series, produced on the same assembly lines used for OE supply and calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance. This KYB 339246 strut is a direct-fit suspension service part for front-end repair on select Chrysler Town \u0026amp; Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Volkswagen Routan models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB recommended OEM replacement strut for domestic mini-vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores designed control and handling for Chrysler and Dodge minivans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR-stop design included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G 339246 is engineered as an OE-style suspension strut for front applications where restoring factory ride quality matters. It uses a compressed length of 12.67 inches, an extended length of 19.56 inches, and a stroke length of 6.89 inches. The upper mount type is 12x1.25. KYB’s Excel-G line is known for using OE-quality components and damping calibration that supports the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than changing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71128 for the same application. It also aligns with Chrysler OE references 68050141AB and 68087339AB.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUsed For These Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front-end bounce or float\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor steering response during lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced braking stability from worn suspension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by weak damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or vibration from worn strut components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; 2009-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; 2013-2014 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; 2015-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; 2008-2016 Chrysler Town \u0026amp; Country, front; 2009-2010 Volkswagen Routan, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions where specified. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5679, to reduce the chance of noise and vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is assembled on KYB OE production lines using OE-quality components. That manufacturing approach supports consistent damping performance and fitment for front suspension service on select Chrysler Town \u0026amp; Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Volkswagen Routan models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625396498613,"sku":"BFJG-339246","price":122.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_339246_Fro.jpg?v=1775072233","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-339246-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}