KYB 344097 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Nissan

KYB Excel-G 344097 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, braking response, and handling. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components for Nissan Frontier and Nissan D21 applications.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s Original Equipment for the Aftermarket offering, focused on returning the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics rather than changing the ride feel. For Nissan Frontier and Nissan D21 rear suspension service, part number 344097 is a direct replacement choice for restoring control and body motion management.

Key Features

• OE-style replacement shock absorber for import truck applications
• Restores designed control and handling for Nissan Frontier rear suspension
• 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, steering response, and body movement
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included

Detailed Description

KYB Excel-G 344097 is engineered for rear suspension service on 1986-1994 Nissan D21 and 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup models. It uses KYB’s OE manufacturing approach and calibrated damping to restore the vehicle’s original ride characteristics, making it a practical replacement when the rear suspension has lost control, comfort, or consistency. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37078 for the same application.

As part of the Excel-G product line, this shock absorber is designed for drivers and technicians who want factory-style performance on Nissan Frontier and Nissan D21 rear applications. The part number 344097 is commonly selected when the goal is to correct excessive bounce, improve body control, and return predictable suspension response.

What This Shock Absorber Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps or dips
• Loose or unstable handling in rear suspension service
• Reduced braking stability caused by worn shocks
• Poor lane-change response and body control
• Uneven tire contact from weakened damping performance

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup, rear; replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer instructions.
• Fits 1986-1994 Nissan D21, rear; replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer instructions.
• Compressed length: 12.52 in.; extended length: 20 in.; stroke length: 7.48 in.
• Upper mount type: E1; lower mount type: E1.
• Inspect related rear suspension components, mounting points, and alignment condition during service.

Quality Assurance

KYB manufactures Excel-G on the same OE assembly lines used for original equipment production and calibrates it to restore designed performance. The construction includes OE-quality components and design features intended to maintain consistent damping and suspension control for Nissan Frontier and Nissan D21 rear applications.