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KYB 344434 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB 81921 |
|---|---|
| Attachment Method | Clip On |
| Color | Textured Blue |
| Material | Plastic |
| Package Contents | Bezel |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —12 vehicles |
OE replacement shock. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Twin-tube design. Nitrogen gas-charged for consistent damping performance.
Triple-lip fluid seal. Helps reduce oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Gabriel 69962 and Monroe Shocks & Struts 5971 for the same application. See all 2.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Taurus and Sable
KYB Excel-G 344434 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling response. It is a direct OE-style replacement for 2000-2005 Ford Taurus and 2000-2005 Mercury Sable rear applications, with vehicle-specific damping calibrated for factory-like performance.
Key Features
- KYB recommended OEM replacement shock
- Restores designed control and handling for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable rear suspension
- Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Hand-assembled, in-house 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
- B-stop and R-stop included
Product Details
The KYB Excel-G line is built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and is calibrated to return the vehicle to its original designed performance rather than change it. Part number 344434 is engineered for the rear position on 2000-2005 Ford Taurus and 2000-2005 Mercury Sable models. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 5971) for the same application.
What This Shock Helps Address
- Excessive bouncing after bumps
- Loose or unsettled rear ride control
- Reduced stability during lane changes
- Uneven tire contact from worn damping
- Delayed body control during braking and cornering
Installation Notes
Fits 2000-2005 Ford Taurus, rear. Fits 2000-2005 Mercury Sable, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify upper and lower mount types, compressed length, extended length, and stroke length before installation. Part number 344434 is a rear shock absorber, so confirm the vehicle’s rear suspension configuration before ordering.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is built to OE standards on KYB production lines with OE-quality components. The design focuses on restoring factory ride characteristics, suspension control, and consistent damping performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2005 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2004 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2003 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2002 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2001 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2000 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2000 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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