KYB 341395 Suspension Strut - Front Left

KYB Excel-G Front Left Strut for Sportage

The KYB Excel-G 341395 is a front left suspension strut for 1999-2002 Kia Sportage models. Built to restore original ride control and steering response, it is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers addressing worn suspension performance on this application.

Key Features

• Fits 1999-2002 Kia Sportage, front left
• KYB Excel-G line calibrated to restore original suspension behavior
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut design
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Upper mount type: 10x1.25
• Compressed length: 8.54 in; extended length: 13.22 in; stroke length: 4.68 in

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OE replacement line for drivers who want the suspension to perform as originally designed. The 341395 strut is made on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and is calibrated to restore factory ride control rather than alter it. For the Kia Sportage, this means more consistent handling, improved lane-change response, and better stability under normal driving conditions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 71563) for the same application.

What This Strut Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing or unsettled front-end ride quality
• Reduced steering precision during turns and lane changes
• Nose dive and body movement during braking and acceleration
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping performance
• Suspension noise or instability associated with a worn front left strut

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1999-2002 Kia Sportage, front left. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length before installation. KYB recommends using a strut boot, part number SB108, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and road salt. Part number 341395 is also listed with Kia interchange reference 0K08034720A and Gabriel G56787.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is built on the same production lines used for original equipment applications. The design focus is restoring factory ride control, stability, stopping behavior, and handling performance for the Kia Sportage platform.