KYB 344610 Suspension Strut - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Suspension Strut

KYB Excel-G part number 344610 is a rear suspension strut built to restore original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change response, and handling. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications, including Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Cirrus, and Plymouth Breeze rear suspension service.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock and strut for restoring factory-style control
• Vehicle-specific damping valves help manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design calibrated to return original designed performance
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Fits rear suspension applications for Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Cirrus, and Plymouth Breeze
• Part number 344610 is built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components

Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is KYB’s OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) line. It is calibrated to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than change ride character, making it a practical choice for drivers and technicians looking for OE-style rear strut replacement on Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Cirrus, and Plymouth Breeze models.

Detailed Description

KYB 344610 is a rear suspension strut engineered for vehicles that need factory-correct ride control and handling balance. With a compressed length of 13.46 inches, extended length of 20.47 inches, and 7.01 inches of stroke, this Excel-G strut is built for the rear position and uses a special lower mount with a 10x1.50 upper mount thread. It is designed to help maintain proper tire contact and predictable body motion during braking, cornering, and everyday driving. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 71311 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear-end bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear suspension control
• Oil or gas leakage from a worn strut
• Alignment drift caused by flex in worn suspension components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1996-2006 Chrysler Sebring, rear; 1995-2006 Dodge Stratus, rear; 1995-2000 Chrysler Cirrus, rear; and 1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5238, to reduce noise and vibration, and a KYB strut boot, part number SB107, to help protect the strut from dirt, debris, and road salt.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and Excel-G is manufactured on the same KYB assembly lines used for original equipment production. The design uses OE-quality components and application-specific damping calibration to support original vehicle performance targets.