KYB 341190 Suspension Strut - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut for Kia Sportage

KYB Excel-G 341190 is a front suspension strut for 1995-1998 Kia Sportage models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, braking stability, and handling balance without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

Excel-G Product Line

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement range for drivers and technicians who want factory-correct damping characteristics. This strut is nitrogen gas-charged and uses a twin-tube design with OE-quality components, assembled on KYB production lines used for original equipment applications.

Key Features

• Fits 1995-1998 Kia Sportage, front
• KYB Excel-G part number 341190
• Vehicle-specific damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Heavy-duty strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Electronic safety systems rely on suspension performance that matches the vehicle manufacturer’s design
• Lower mount type: SPECIAL; upper mount type: S1
• Compressed length: 8.5 in; extended length: 13.23 in; stroke length: 4.72 in

Detailed Description

KYB 341190 is an OE-style suspension strut engineered for the front of the Kia Sportage from 1995 through 1998. It is designed to restore the vehicle’s original ride control and handling characteristics, making it a direct choice for drivers addressing worn suspension performance on a Kia Sportage front strut replacement. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71561 for the same application.

Common Issues This Strut Can Address

• Excessive bounce or poor rebound control
• Reduced steering precision during lane changes and cornering
• Nose dive under braking and unstable stopping feel
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping performance
• Noise or vibration associated with aging front suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number SM5453, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB108, can help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and Excel-G is produced on KYB’s OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is calibrated to restore original performance for the 1995-1998 Kia Sportage, front application, with construction intended to maintain consistent damping and alignment support.