{"product_id":"kyb-341273-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 341273 Suspension Strut - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Front Suspension Strut\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G part number 341273 is a front suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is an OE-style replacement for select Audi and Volkswagen applications, including the Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, Audi S6, and Volkswagen Passat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Excel-G line is KYB’s OEA replacement series, produced on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components and calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics. For drivers searching for a front strut for a 1998-2004 Audi A6 or a 2001-2005 Volkswagen Passat, 341273 is built around factory-style control rather than altered ride behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB recommended OE replacement strut for front suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent damping response\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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR-stop design is included; dust cover is not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper mount type: 12x1.25; lower mount type: special\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G 341273 is engineered for front suspension applications where restoring factory ride quality matters. It is a direct-fit style strut for compatible Audi and Volkswagen models, including Fits 1998-2004 Audi A6, front; Fits 1999-2004 Audi A6 Quattro, front; Fits 2002-2003 Audi S6, front; Fits 2000 Volkswagen Passat, front; and Fits 2001-2005 Volkswagen Passat, front. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71335 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs part of the KYB Excel-G line, this strut is designed to return the suspension to original control characteristics, which supports braking stability, lane-change response, and predictable handling. The construction also helps electronic safety systems operate as the vehicle manufacturer intended by keeping suspension movement within the expected range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front-end bounce or oscillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced steering response during lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose dive under braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by worn damping control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension looseness or instability on Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, Audi S6, and Volkswagen Passat front applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall according to the manufacturer’s instructions and replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly as specified for the vehicle. Verify the upper mount thread size and lower mount style before installation, and confirm the vehicle’s VIN breakpoints where listed. For added protection against road debris and salt, KYB recommends strut boot SB122.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier to new vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is built on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The result is an OE-style replacement strut focused on restoring designed performance for the front suspension of select Audi and Volkswagen models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625444012213,"sku":"BFJG-341273","price":102.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_341273_Fro.jpg?v=1775072312","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-341273-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}