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KYB 341207 Suspension Strut - Front
| Brand | KYB 341207 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Compressed Length | 18.11 |
| Extended Length | 23.62 |
| Stroke Length | 5.51 |
| Lower Mount Type | Special |
| Upper Mount Type | 12x1.25 |
| Dust Cover Included | N |
| Internal Rebound Spring | N |
| B-stop | N |
| R-stop | Y |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | Audi and Volkswagen · 4 vehicles |
OE replacement strut. Restores original control and handling without changing the designed performance.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged construction helps deliver consistent damping.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel G51099 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 71335 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Front Strut for European Sedans
KYB Excel-G part number 341207 is a front suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and handling balance. It is an OE-style replacement for select Volkswagen Passat and Audi A6 Quattro applications, with calibration aimed at returning the vehicle to factory-designed performance.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and steering response
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Electronic safety systems rely on suspension performance that matches the vehicle manufacturer’s design
- Recommended KYB strut mount: SM5380
- Recommended KYB strut boot: SB122
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket solution, using OE-quality components and assembly-line processes associated with KYB’s OEM supply experience. Part number 341207 is calibrated for front suspension service on the 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat and the 1998 Audi A6 Quattro, helping restore the control characteristics these vehicles were designed to deliver. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71335 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive body movement over bumps and dips
- Loose or delayed steering response
- Reduced braking stability from worn front struts
- Uneven tire contact caused by weak damping control
- Noise and vibration from aged suspension components
Installation Notes
Fits 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat, front, recommended OEM replacement; to VIN # 3B-Y-200000; available only while supplies last; Excel-G. Fits 1998 Audi A6 Quattro, front, recommended OEM replacement; to VIN 4B-W-100000; available only while supplies last; Excel-G. Verify VIN breakpoints before ordering, and replace worn strut mounts and protective boots during service to help reduce noise, vibration, and contamination.
Quality Assurance
KYB manufactures Excel-G struts on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment production, with OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration. The heavy-duty strut body and bracket design helps maintain alignment under load, supporting consistent suspension performance on the Volkswagen Passat and Audi A6 Quattro applications listed above.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | FWD | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; To VIN # 3B-Y-200000; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | FWD | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; To VIN # 3B-Y-200000; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
| 1998 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | — | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; To Vin 4B-W-100000; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
| 1998 | Volkswagen | Passat | Sedan | FWD | Front | Recommended OEM Replacement; To VIN # 3B-Y-200000; Available only while supplies last; Excel-G |
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