KYB 341274 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Mitsubishi Diamante

KYB Excel-G part number 341274 is a rear suspension strut for 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Diamante applications. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, and body stability without changing the vehicle’s designed handling balance.

Excel-G Product Line

The KYB Excel-G line is engineered on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and calibration focused on returning the suspension to factory-style performance. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design is an OE-style replacement choice for Asian vehicles, including the Mitsubishi Diamante rear suspension.

Key Features

• Fits 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Diamante, rear
• KYB Excel-G part number 341274
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps maintain alignment under load
• Upper mount type: S1
• Lower mount type: E2 (20x43)
• Compressed length: 16.22 in; extended length: 23.23 in; stroke length: 7.01 in

Detailed Description

Designed for the rear suspension of the Mitsubishi Diamante, KYB 341274 is intended to restore the vehicle’s original ride control characteristics. The internal valving is matched to the application so the strut can manage body motion, road input, and tire contact in a way that aligns with the vehicle’s original tuning. This makes it a practical replacement when the goal is to return the Diamante to predictable handling and stable braking behavior.

KYB’s OE manufacturing background is reflected in the Excel-G construction, including quality components, a sealed gas-charged design, and a rigid housing that helps reduce flex. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 71360) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during lane changes and cornering
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel
• Longer stopping distances related to worn suspension control

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible with 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Diamante rear suspension strut applications. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5460, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB101, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring original vehicle performance for the Mitsubishi Diamante rear suspension, with application-specific calibration and durable construction.