KYB 341462 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Suspension Strut

KYB Excel-G part number 341462 is a rear suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is a recommended OE replacement for drivers who want factory-style handling without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension behavior.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement series, assembled on KYB production lines with OE-quality components and calibrated damping. For applications such as the Ford Taurus, Ford Taurus X, and Mercury Sable, this rear strut is engineered to help return the suspension to its intended performance.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and body motion
• Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket construction to help minimize flex and maintain alignment
• R-stop included
• Part number 341462

Detailed Product Overview

KYB Excel-G 341462 is designed to restore the original ride characteristics of the rear suspension rather than alter them. The strut uses OE-calibrated damping to manage lane change response, braking stability, and handling balance, while also supporting the operation of electronic safety systems that rely on suspension, brakes, and tires working as the manufacturer intended. This rear strut is a direct-fit choice for 2005-2009 Ford Five Hundred, 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2006-2007 Ford Montego, and 2008-2009 Mercury Sable rear applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 72538, 72594) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or float
• Reduced braking stability
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Uneven tire contact from worn damping control
• Suspension noise or degraded ride control from a worn rear strut

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, rear. Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, rear. Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, rear. Fits 2006-2007 Ford Five Hundred, rear. Fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, rear. Fits 2006-2007 Mercury Montego, rear. Fits 2005 Ford Five Hundred, rear, recommended OEM replacement from 12/5/2005. Fits 2005 Mercury Montego, rear, recommended OEM replacement from 12/5/2005.

Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify compressed length, extended length, stroke length, and mount types before installation to confirm the correct rear application for your vehicle.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design and damping calibration are intended to restore original vehicle performance for Ford and Mercury rear suspension applications.