KYB 343042 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G 343042 is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change responsiveness, and handling. It is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance rather than alter the factory feel.

For Toyota Cressida and Toyota Celica rear suspension service, this KYB Excel-G shock absorber is an OE-style replacement made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components. The 343042 part number is a direct choice for drivers and technicians looking to restore factory damping characteristics on the rear suspension.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement shock absorber for Asian vehicles
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and steering response
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Dust cover included
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• R-stop design included

Detailed Product Overview

KYB Excel-G shocks are engineered to restore the suspension behavior the vehicle was designed to deliver. The 343042 uses OE-quality construction and calibrated damping to manage body motion, support braking stability, and maintain predictable handling. This makes it a practical replacement for worn rear shocks on the Toyota Cressida and Toyota Celica, especially when the goal is to return the car to factory ride control.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5870 and Gabriel 69713 for the same application.

What This Shock Absorber Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear suspension control
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Loss of factory ride feel on Toyota Cressida or Toyota Celica rear suspension

Installation Notes and Fitment

Fits 1983-1988 Toyota Cressida, rear, recommended OEM replacement; exc. electronically-adjustable suspension.

Fits 1986 Toyota Celica, rear, recommended OEM replacement; to 2/1986.

Fits 1983-1985 Toyota Celica, rear, recommended OEM replacement; with independent rear suspension.

Fits 1982-1985 Toyota Celica, rear; replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer instructions.

Verify compressed length 15.35, extended length 24.49, stroke length 9.13, lower mount type E1, and upper mount type S1 before installation. Rear suspension service should follow factory procedures, and related wear items should be inspected during replacement.

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 343042 is calibrated to restore original suspension performance and is built for consistent damping control in daily driving conditions.