KYB 343056 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Shock Absorber for Subaru

KYB Excel-G Part Number 343056 is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping response, lane-change handling, and steering feel. It is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed performance rather than change the way it drives.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s Original Equipment for the Aftermarket offering, produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines and using OE-quality components. For Subaru owners looking for a direct replacement shock absorber, 343056 is a practical choice for restoring factory-style suspension behavior.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement shock absorber for Asian vehicles
• Designed to restore Subaru control and handling characteristics
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body motion
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• B-stop and R-stop included in the design

Product Details

KYB Excel-G 343056 is engineered for drivers who want a direct suspension shock absorber replacement that preserves the vehicle’s original ride quality. The design focuses on restoring control during braking, cornering, and lane changes while supporting the operation of electronic safety systems that depend on suspension, brakes, and tires working as intended. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5914 and Gabriel 69733 for the same application.

What This Shock Absorber Helps Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps
• Loose or unstable handling in turns
• Longer stopping response caused by worn suspension damping
• Uneven tire contact from reduced shock control
• Noise or leakage from an aging shock absorber

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before ordering. For Subaru suspension service, inspect related mounts, bushings, and tires during replacement so the new shock absorber can perform as intended. Compressed length is 12.4 inches, extended length is 17.32 inches, and stroke length is 4.92 inches.

Quality Assurance

KYB manufactures Excel-G on OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration. The part is built to restore original suspension performance for Subaru applications and to maintain consistent ride control under normal driving conditions.