KYB 341847 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Strut for Saab 9-5

The KYB Excel-G 341847 is a rear suspension strut for the 1999-2005 Saab 9-5, excluding Sport Suspension models. Built as an OE-style replacement, it restores original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change behavior, and handling without changing the vehicle’s designed suspension feel.

KYB’s Excel-G line is calibrated to return the Saab 9-5 to factory-style performance. This rear strut is assembled on KYB OE production lines and uses OE-quality components, making it a direct choice for drivers and technicians looking for a precise suspension replacement.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
• Fits 1999-2005 Saab 9-5, rear, excluding Sport Suspension
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube 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
• Compatible with electronic safety systems that depend on suspension performance staying within manufacturer specifications
• Compressed length: 15.07 in; extended length: 23.42 in; stroke length: 8.35 in

Product Details

The KYB Excel-G 341847 is engineered for rear suspension service on the Saab 9-5 and is built to restore the vehicle’s original control characteristics. The Excel-G product line focuses on OE-style damping rather than altering ride quality, which makes it a practical choice for replacing worn rear struts on a Saab 9-5. Part number 341847 is also referenced in cross-application catalogs alongside Monroe Shocks & Struts 5992 and Gabriel G51885 for the same application.

Mounting details include a lower mount type E2(15X59) and an upper mount type 10X1.50. This KYB Excel-G rear strut for Saab 9-5 applications is designed to support consistent suspension movement and predictable handling in everyday driving conditions.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce or float
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Noisy or inconsistent rear suspension response
• Loss of factory-style handling on a Saab 9-5

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment for 1999-2005 Saab 9-5 models before ordering, and confirm the vehicle is not equipped with Sport Suspension. Inspect related suspension components, alignment settings, and mounting points during replacement. KYB also recommends a strut boot, part number SB108, to help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and road salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB assembly lines used for original equipment applications. The 341847 is built with OE-quality components and calibrated to restore designed suspension performance for the Saab 9-5.