KYB 343460 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Honda Civic

The KYB Excel-G 343460 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is an OE-style replacement for select 2006-2011 Honda Civic and Acura CSX applications, with calibration focused on returning the vehicle to its designed handling balance.

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G shocks and struts are assembled on KYB OE production lines and use OE-quality components. This nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design is calibrated to match original damping characteristics rather than change them, making it a practical choice for drivers and technicians replacing worn rear shocks on a Honda Civic or Acura CSX.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement shock absorber for Asian vehicles
• Restores designed control, lane-change response, and body motion management
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and steering response
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps limit flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• Made in USA

Detailed Description

KYB 343460 is engineered for rear suspension service where original ride quality and handling balance matter. With a compressed length of 15.48 inches, extended length of 21.56 inches, and 6.08 inches of stroke, it is built to match the intended suspension travel for the listed applications. The upper mount type is S1 and the lower mount type is E2 (12.2 x 39.5), supporting proper fitment on the specified rear position.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5609 for the same application. It is also listed as an OE replacement for Honda part numbers 52610SNAA03 and 52610SNCA02. For drivers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2006-2011 Honda Civic or 2006-2011 Acura CSX, KYB 343460 provides a direct OE-style service option.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive bouncing after bumps
• Reduced rear-end stability during braking and lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Loose or unsettled handling over rough roads
• Suspension noise or degraded ride control from worn shock components

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2006-2011 Honda Civic, rear.
• Fits 2006-2011 Acura CSX, rear.
• Inspect related suspension hardware, bushings, and mounts before installation.
• Verify mount style and dimensions against the original shock absorber before replacement.
• After installation, confirm alignment and road-test the vehicle to check ride height and handling response.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is built on the same OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. It is designed to restore original suspension performance for the listed Honda Civic and Acura CSX rear applications.