KYB 3430055 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Honda Fit

The KYB Excel-G 3430055 is a rear suspension shock absorber for the 2016 Honda Fit. It is built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change feel, and handling without changing the vehicle’s factory tuning.

Made on KYB OE assembly lines, the Excel-G line uses OE-quality components and a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design. For a 2016 Honda Fit rear shock replacement, 3430055 is an OE-style choice that follows the vehicle’s original performance calibration.

Key Features

• Part number: 3430055
• Brand line: KYB Excel-G
• Rear suspension shock absorber
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Compressed length: 16.65 in.
• Extended length: 25.66 in.
• Stroke length: 9.01 in.
• Lower mount type: E2 (10.2 x 40)
• Upper mount type: S1 (10 mm)
• OE-style replacement calibrated to restore factory ride characteristics

Excel-G Product Line

KYB Excel-G is the company’s OEA-level aftermarket line, built on the same production lines used for original equipment supply. For drivers seeking a 2016 Honda Fit rear shock absorber that matches factory behavior, the Excel-G line focuses on restoring the vehicle’s original suspension response rather than altering it.

Detailed Description

Compatible with the 2016 Honda Fit rear position, KYB 3430055 is engineered for direct replacement service. The shock absorber’s dimensions and mount design support proper fitment, while the gas-charged twin-tube layout helps maintain consistent damping performance in everyday driving. This part cross-references Honda OE part number 52610T5RA02 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Reduced stability during braking and cornering
• Loose or unsettled handling over uneven roads
• Delayed response during lane changes
• Worn rear shock performance on a 2016 Honda Fit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before installation and compare the compressed length, extended length, and mount types to the removed part. Replace in pairs when the opposite side shows similar wear, and inspect related suspension components such as bushings and mounts during service.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same assembly lines used for original equipment applications. That OE-based manufacturing approach supports consistent fit and factory-style ride control for the 2016 Honda Fit rear shock replacement.