{"product_id":"kyb-341311-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 341311 Suspension Strut - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Rear Suspension Strut\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G 341311 is a rear suspension strut for select 2001-2003 Acura EL and 2001-2002 Honda Civic applications. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, stability, and braking feel without changing the vehicle’s designed handling balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement choice for Asian-make vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the rear position on 2001-2003 Acura EL and 2001-2002 Honda Civic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for consistent damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for tire contact and body control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal rebound spring included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style replacement line, built on the same OE assembly lines and using OE-quality components to return the suspension to its original performance profile. For Honda Civic rear strut replacement and Acura EL rear suspension service, part number 341311 is calibrated to manage ride motion, lane-change response, and tire contact in the way the vehicle manufacturer intended. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71340 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Strut Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive bouncing or poor damping at the rear of the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stability during braking, cornering, or lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by worn suspension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil or gas leakage from an aging rear strut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or vibration related to worn suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2001-2003 Acura EL, rear, and 2001-2002 Honda Civic, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number SM5687, to reduce noise and vibration. Verify rear suspension condition, alignment settings, and related wear items before returning the vehicle to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is produced to restore original equipment performance rather than alter it. Part number 341311 uses OE-quality construction and application-specific valving to support consistent ride control in the intended rear suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625444667573,"sku":"BFJG-341311","price":81.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_341311_Fro.jpg?v=1775072316","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-341311-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}