KYB 341730 Shock Absorber - Rear Left

KYB Excel-G Rear Left Shock for BMW X5/X6

The KYB Excel-G 341730 is a rear left suspension shock absorber engineered to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select BMW X5 and BMW X6 applications, including vehicles with self-leveling suspension where specified.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut/shock for factory-style performance
• Restores designed control and handling on BMW X5 and BMW X6 rear suspension applications
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design for consistent damping
• 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Internal rebound spring and R-stop included in the design

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is built on the same OE assembly lines used for KYB original equipment products and is calibrated to restore factory-designed performance rather than change it. For BMW X5 and BMW X6 rear suspension service, part number 341730 provides an OE-style solution that supports ride control, braking stability, lane-change response, and overall handling balance. This part cross-references BMW 33526781925 for the same application.

Compatible with 2008-2014 BMW X6, rear left, recommended OEM replacement; except electronic suspension and without sport package; with self-leveling suspension. Compatible with 2007-2013 BMW X5, rear left, recommended OEM replacement; except electronic, self-leveling and sport suspension; with 3rd row seating.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking or lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Loose or imprecise rear suspension feel
• Oil seepage or gas loss from an aging shock absorber

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-left fitment against the vehicle’s suspension equipment before installation, especially on BMW X5 and BMW X6 models with electronic, sport, or self-leveling systems. Confirm the compressed length, extended length, and mount types match the original unit before removal. After installation, inspect alignment and suspension hardware condition to ensure the system operates as intended.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced to restore original vehicle performance using OE-quality components. The 341730 is an OEA-class aftermarket replacement built for factory-style ride control on the specified BMW applications.