{"product_id":"kyb-341457-suspension-strut","title":"KYB 341457 Suspension Strut - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Scion tC\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore rear suspension control on your 2005-2010 Scion tC with the KYB Excel-G suspension strut, part number 341457. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut is built to return the vehicle’s original ride control, stability, braking response, and handling balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement series, assembled on KYB production lines with OE-quality components and calibrated to match factory performance. For Scion tC rear suspension service, 341457 is a direct-fit replacement focused on restoring the way the vehicle was originally engineered to drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2010 Scion tC, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement for Asian performance vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle-specific damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong strut body and bracket design helps maintain alignment by reducing flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal rebound spring included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 341457\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB Excel-G 341457 is engineered to restore the original suspension behavior of the Scion tC rear suspension. It uses OE-calibrated damping to help bring back predictable ride control, lane-change response, and braking stability without changing the vehicle’s factory tuning. The strut body measures 11.14 inches compressed and 13.18 inches extended, with 2.04 inches of stroke for the specified rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 72400 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn rear suspension strut on a 2005-2010 Scion tC, 341457 is built for factory-style performance restoration and consistent handling feel.\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 braking stability from worn suspension damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or delayed handling response in the rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire contact caused by weak strut control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or vibration associated with worn strut components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2005-2010 Scion tC, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5382, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB108, can help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpper mount type is 12x1.25 and lower mount type is E2 (14.2x55). Confirm all mounting points and suspension condition before installation, and inspect related rear suspension components for wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB assembly lines used for original equipment applications. The design uses OE-quality components and factory-style calibration to restore designed performance for the Scion tC rear suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44625451778229,"sku":"BFJG-341457","price":80.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/KY_341457_Fro.jpg?v=1775072336","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/kyb-341457-suspension-strut","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}