KYB 344374 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Ford F-150 Heritage

The KYB Excel-G 344374 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling on select Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage applications. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design assembled on KYB OE production lines with OE-quality components.

For drivers searching for a rear shock absorber for 1997-2004 Ford F-150 Heritage or 1997-2003 Ford F-150 rear suspension service, this Excel-G unit is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics rather than change them.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock
• Restores designed control and handling on Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage rear suspension
• 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 construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• R-stop included

Product Details

The Excel-G line is KYB’s Original Equipment for the Aftermarket offering, built to match the original performance profile of the vehicle. Part number 344374 uses a twin-tube, nitrogen gas-charged design with a compressed length of 14.37 inches, extended length of 24.21 inches, and stroke length of 9.84 inches. Mounting configuration is E2(12X38) lower and S1 upper.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 37132 for the same application. KYB 344374 is a direct-fit rear shock choice for 1997-2003 Ford F-150 rear and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage rear applications listed below.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps
• Reduced body control during lane changes
• Uneven tire contact from worn damping
• Loose or unstable rear suspension feel
• Delayed response in braking and handling

Installation Notes

• Fits 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, rear, Recommended OEM Replacement; (Exc. 7700 GVW Package); Excel-G
• Fits 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, rear, Optional Twin Tube Replacement; Excel-G
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-150, rear, Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G
• Fits 1997-2003 Ford F-150, rear, Recommended OEM Replacement; (Exc. 7700 GVW Package); Excel-G

Verify mounting style and application notes before installation. Part number 344374 is specified for rear position use only on the listed Ford truck applications.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. That OE-based manufacturing approach supports consistent damping performance and fitment for the intended Ford F-150 and Ford F-150 Heritage applications.