KYB 3417504 Suspension Strut - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Strut for Grand Cherokee and Durango

KYB Excel-G part number 3417504 is a front suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, and handling. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango applications, with vehicle-specific damping calibrated for factory-like performance.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE replacement series, made on KYB assembly lines with OE-quality components and tuned to return the vehicle to its original designed behavior rather than change it. For drivers searching for a front strut for a 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee or 2011-2015 Dodge Durango, 3417504 is a focused suspension service part.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock and strut for SUVs and crossovers
• Restores designed control and handling on Jeep Grand Cherokee applications
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction for consistent damping response
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce the chance of 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
• Electronic safety systems depend on suspension performance that matches factory intent
• KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5769, to reduce noise and vibration

Product Details

KYB Excel-G 3417504 is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) replacement for front suspension service. It uses OE-quality components and factory-style calibration to support predictable ride behavior on the road. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 72546 for the same application.

Compatible With 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front; and 2011-2015 Dodge Durango, front. It is listed for Grand Cherokee models except air and electronic suspension and without self-leveling suspension, and for Durango models without load leveling suspension.

Common Problems This Strut Can Address

• Excessive front-end bounce or float after suspension wear
• Reduced steering response during lane changes and cornering
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak damping control
• Noisy or unstable ride from worn front strut components
• Loss of factory-like handling on Jeep Grand Cherokee or Dodge Durango front suspension

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s suspension configuration before ordering. This front strut is not listed for air and electronic suspension or self-leveling suspension on Grand Cherokee applications, and it is not listed for load leveling suspension on Durango applications. For reduced noise and vibration, KYB recommends replacing the strut mount with SM5769 during service.

After installation, inspect alignment and confirm all suspension fasteners are torqued to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications. Replacing struts in matched pairs on the same axle is common service practice when wear is present.

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 focus is restoring original suspension performance for the vehicle application, including the 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2011-2015 Dodge Durango front suspension.