{"product_id":"kyb-340012-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 340012 Suspension Strut - Rear Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Rear Right Strut for Taurus and Sable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G 340012 is a rear right suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response on select 2008-2009 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models. It uses KYB’s OE-style engineering approach to bring suspension performance back to factory-designed behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB recommended OE replacement strut for direct suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores designed control and handling on the Taurus and Sable rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent damping performance\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\u003eR-stop rebound control feature included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G struts are built on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment supply and use OE-quality components calibrated to restore factory performance rather than alter it. Part number 340012 is an OEA-classified replacement for the rear right position on 2008-2009 Ford Taurus and 2008-2009 Mercury Sable applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 72453 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear-end bounce or float\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced lane-change responsiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger stopping feel caused by worn suspension damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact from weak strut control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody movement and instability over bumps or during cornering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, rear right. Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, rear right. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount type and dimensions before installation: compressed length 12.4 in, extended length 18.11 in, stroke length 5.71 in, lower mount type E2 (12.1 x 74), upper mount type S1 (12 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is built to OE-quality standards on KYB production lines. The 340012 is engineered to restore original suspension behavior for proper ride control and electronic safety system performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625408229557,"sku":"BFJG-340012","price":102.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_340012_Fro.jpg?v=1775072265","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-340012-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}