{"product_id":"kyb-341342-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 341342 Suspension Strut - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Mitsubishi Lancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G suspension strut is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change behavior, and handling. This rear application for the Mitsubishi Lancer uses KYB OE-quality construction and calibration to return the vehicle to its designed performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart number 341342 is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube rear strut made on KYB OE assembly lines with vehicle-specific damping. It is a direct-fit OE-style replacement for 2002-2005 Mitsubishi Lancer rear suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB Excel-G line focused on restoring original suspension behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower mount type: E2(12X47); upper mount type: S1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 11.29 in; extended length: 17.32 in; stroke length: 6.03 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G is an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement line built to match the Mitsubishi Lancer’s original suspension tuning rather than change it. For drivers replacing a worn rear suspension strut on a 2002-2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, part number 341342 helps restore consistent body control and predictable road feel while supporting the operation of electronic safety systems that depend on proper suspension, brake, and tire performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 71379 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear bounce or oscillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stability during braking and lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or inconsistent rear suspension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by worn damping performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise and vibration from aged strut components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 2002-2005 Mitsubishi Lancer rear suspension service, replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5091, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB108, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. Part number 341342 is engineered to restore the vehicle’s original designed performance for the Mitsubishi Lancer rear suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625445060789,"sku":"BFJG-341342","price":96.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_341342_Fro.jpg?v=1775072319","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-341342-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}