KYB 344299 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Import SUVs

The KYB Excel-G 344299 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components for a direct replacement approach.

Compatible with rear suspension applications on the Isuzu Axiom, Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu Rodeo Sport, Honda Passport, and Isuzu Amigo, this KYB Excel-G shock absorber is a practical choice for restoring factory-style handling. Part number 344299 is commonly selected for import SUV and crossover rear suspension service.

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OEA-style replacement line, calibrated to return the vehicle to its original designed performance rather than changing ride characteristics. For vehicles such as the Isuzu Rodeo and Honda Passport, that means predictable body control, consistent tire contact, and suspension behavior that matches OE expectations.

Key Features

• Compressed length: 11.65 in.
• Extended length: 18.58 in.
• Stroke length: 6.9 in.
• Lower mount type: E2 (14.2 x 38)
• Upper mount type: S1
• Dust cover included
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• Triple-lip fluid seal to help reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific damping valves for controlled tire contact and body motion
• R-stop included

Detailed Description

KYB 344299 is engineered as a rear shock absorber for vehicles that need OE-style suspension restoration. The design uses hand-assembled, in-house damping valves to manage steering response, tire contact, and body movement, while the strong strut-body construction helps maintain alignment-related stability under load. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37160 for the same application.

For drivers servicing a 2002-2004 Isuzu Axiom rear suspension, a 1998-2004 Isuzu Rodeo rear suspension, or a 1998-2002 Honda Passport rear suspension, this shock absorber supports factory-type ride control without changing the vehicle’s intended suspension feel. Part number 344299 is also listed for 2001-2003 Isuzu Rodeo Sport rear and 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo rear applications.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce after bumps
• Loose or unstable handling in lane changes
• Reduced tire contact over uneven pavement
• Oil seepage from a worn rear shock absorber
• Delayed body control during braking and cornering

Installation Notes and Tips

Install only on the rear position listed in the fitment data. For 1998-2002 Honda Passport applications, replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify that the vehicle is not equipped with excluded suspension systems such as Active Suspension or Electronic Suspension before ordering.

Confirm mount style, compressed length, and extended length against the original part before installation. For best results, inspect related rear suspension components, including bushings and mounts, during service.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB assembly lines using OE-quality components. The 344299 is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the listed applications, including Isuzu Rodeo and Honda Passport rear service.