KYB 340071 Suspension Strut - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut

The KYB Excel-G 340071 is a front suspension strut built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator applications, with vehicle-specific damping calibrated for factory-like handling.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut for front suspension service
• Restores designed control and handling for full-size Ford SUVs
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Hand-assembled, in-house damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Internal rebound spring and rollover control features support consistent suspension behavior
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps maintain alignment under load

Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OE-style replacement line for drivers who want the suspension to perform as the vehicle manufacturer originally intended. The 340071 uses OE-quality components and is assembled on KYB production lines that supply new vehicle manufacturers, making it a practical choice for restoring factory ride characteristics rather than changing them.

Detailed Description

Part number 340071 is engineered for front suspension use on 2007-2013 Ford Expedition and 2007-2013 Lincoln Navigator models. It is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles with the listed suspension configurations, including Expedition models without air suspension and Navigator models without self-leveling suspension. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71138 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn front strut on a Ford Expedition or Lincoln Navigator, KYB 340071 is built to bring back predictable ride control and stable lane-change response.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or float
• Reduced steering precision during turns and lane changes
• Nose dive under braking
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Body movement that feels loose or uncontrolled over road imperfections

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify suspension type before ordering: this front strut is listed for Expedition models excluding air suspension and Navigator models excluding self-leveling suspension. Inspect related wear items such as mounts, springs, and bushings during replacement, and confirm all fasteners are torqued to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications after installation. The upper mount type is 12X1.50 and the lower mount type is E2(20X60).

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is built on the same assembly lines used for original equipment production. The design focuses on restoring factory-calibrated suspension performance for 2007-2013 Ford Expedition and 2007-2013 Lincoln Navigator front applications. Part number 340071 is an OE-style replacement choice for drivers seeking consistent ride control and handling.