KYB 3450016 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500

The KYB Excel-G 3450016 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is engineered for Ram truck applications where maintaining factory handling characteristics matters, including rear air spring suspension setups on Ram 2500 models.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OE replacement shock absorber
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and body motion
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Made on KYB OE assembly lines with OE-quality components
• Dust cover included
• R-stop included

Excel-G Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is the brand’s OEA, or Original Equipment for the Aftermarket, line. It is calibrated to restore the vehicle’s original designed performance rather than change ride character, making it a practical choice for drivers and technicians replacing worn rear shocks on Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks.

Detailed Description

Part number 3450016 is designed for rear suspension service on 2020-2025 Ram 2500 with rear air spring suspension, 2014-2019 Ram 2500 with rear air spring suspension, and 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 rear applications. The compressed length is 13.7 inches, extended length is 23.03 inches, and stroke length is 9.33 inches. Mounting details include a lower E2(14.6X42) mount and an upper S1(12MM) mount. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 34528, 34529) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce after bumps or dips
• Reduced lane-change response and body control
• Uneven tire contact from worn damping performance
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel on Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 trucks
• Loss of factory ride consistency from aging shock absorbers

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2020-2025 Ram 2500, rear; 2014-2019 Ram 2500, rear; and 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 3500, rear. Verify rear air spring suspension configuration on Ram 2500 applications before ordering. Follow manufacturer service procedures, and replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly on the 2007-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 according to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. Confirm mount style and dimensions against the original part before installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is built on the same OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring original ride control and helping maintain the suspension performance that electronic safety systems expect from the vehicle.