KYB 341257 Suspension Strut - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut

The KYB Excel-G front suspension strut is built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, lane-change behavior, and handling on select Acura and Honda applications. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut uses OE-quality components and is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance.

Compatible With 1998-2002 Honda Accord, front; 1999-2003 Acura TL, front; and 2001-2003 Acura CL, front. Part number 341257 is an OE-style replacement choice for drivers looking to bring back factory-like suspension response.

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is assembled on KYB OE production lines and follows original-equipment design targets rather than changing suspension character. For Honda Accord, Acura TL, and Acura CL front suspension service, the line is focused on restoring control with vehicle-specific damping and OE-level construction.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement for Asian vehicles, including Honda and Acura front suspension applications
• Restores designed control, handling, and steering response
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Upper mount type: 10x1.25
• Compressed length: 14.49 in; extended length: 19.41 in; stroke length: 4.92 in

Detailed Description

KYB part number 341257 is a front suspension strut engineered for 1998-2002 Honda Accord, 1999-2003 Acura TL, and 2001-2003 Acura CL models. It is designed to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior, including ride control, stability, stopping performance, and handling consistency. The Excel-G design uses OE-quality components and calibration intended to match factory performance targets on the front axle.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71691 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or float
• Reduced steering response during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Brake dive and unstable stopping feel
• Noise or vibration from a worn front strut assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Install according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For 1998-2002 Honda Accord, 1999-2003 Acura TL, and 2001-2003 Acura CL front applications, replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly as directed by the vehicle manufacturer. KYB recommends replacing the strut mount with part number SM5058 to reduce noise and vibration, and using strut boot SB108 to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and Excel-G is produced on the same KYB assembly lines used for original-equipment products. The design uses OE-quality components and application-specific damping to support factory-style suspension performance. Part number 341257 is classified by KYB as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement.