KYB 344092 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Jeep Wrangler

The KYB Excel-G 344092 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler models. Built to restore original ride control and handling, it is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers who want factory-correct damping response.

Compatible with Jeep Wrangler rear suspension service, this KYB Excel-G shock is calibrated to return the vehicle’s designed stability, steering response, and body control. The 344092 part number is also a common reference for technicians replacing worn rear shocks on Jeep Wrangler applications.

Key Features

• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
• Vehicle-specific damping calibration to restore original handling balance
• Triple-lip fluid seal to help reduce oil and gas leakage
• Hand-assembled, in-house damping valves for consistent tire contact and body motion control
• Strong strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment under load
• Dust cover included
• OE replacement choice for SUVs and crossovers, including Jeep applications

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA-style aftermarket line, produced on the same assembly lines used for original equipment shocks and struts and built with OE-quality components. The goal of the 344092 is not to change the ride character of the Jeep Wrangler, but to restore the control, lane-change response, and braking stability the vehicle was designed to deliver. This rear shock absorber measures 11.73 inches compressed length, 18.43 inches extended length, and 6.69 inches stroke length, with lower mount type E2(12.8X38) and upper mount type E1.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 37121) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced stability during braking or lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel on rough roads
• Oil seepage or gas loss from an aging shock absorber

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style, compressed length, and extended length before installation to confirm proper rear suspension fitment. The 344092 is intended for rear-position service on Wrangler models listed in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and the Excel-G line is built to restore original vehicle performance using OE-quality components and application-specific damping. The KYB 344092 is engineered for consistent control, durability, and factory-style ride behavior in Jeep Wrangler rear suspension service.