KYB 348016 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Honda Fit

KYB Excel-G 348016 is a rear suspension shock absorber for 2009-2013 Honda Fit models. It is built to restore original ride control, steering response, stability, and handling characteristics without changing the vehicle’s intended suspension behavior.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE-style replacement series, assembled on KYB production lines with OE-quality components and calibrated for factory-like damping. For a Honda Fit rear shock replacement, 348016 is a direct-fit option focused on maintaining proper tire contact and predictable body motion.

Key Features

• Fits 2009-2013 Honda Fit, rear
• KYB Excel-G part number 348016
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design
• 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
• Includes dust cover
• Includes B-stop and R-stop
• Lower mount type: E2(10.2X40); upper mount type: S1

Product Details

KYB Excel-G 348016 is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement for Asian vehicles, including the Honda Fit. It is designed to restore the suspension’s original damping behavior so the rear of the vehicle responds as intended during braking, lane changes, and uneven-road driving. This rear shock absorber uses KYB’s OE-style construction and calibrated valving to support consistent ride control on the 2009-2013 Honda Fit.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5682 for the same application.

Common Symptoms It Can Address

• Excessive bouncing or oscillation from the rear suspension
• Reduced stability during braking or cornering
• Loose or delayed rear-end response over bumps
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Noise or fluid leakage from a worn shock absorber

Installation Notes

Fits 2009-2013 Honda Fit, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify mount style, compressed length, extended length, and stroke before installation. For best results, inspect related suspension components and confirm alignment after replacement.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced on the same KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design focus is restoring factory ride control and handling characteristics for the Honda Fit.