KYB 349001 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Sprinter

The KYB Excel-G 349001 is a rear suspension shock absorber engineered to restore original ride control, stability, and handling response. Built for 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 applications, it is a direct OE-style replacement for drivers and technicians looking to return the vehicle to designed performance.

KYB’s Excel-G line is assembled on the same production lines used for OE supply and is calibrated to match original damping characteristics rather than alter them. For Dodge Sprinter rear shock replacement service, part number 349001 is a practical choice for maintaining predictable body control and steering response.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock absorber
• Restores designed control and handling for the Dodge Sprinter
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction
• 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 design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment under load
• Dust cover included
• Lower mount type: E2(12X40); upper mount type: E2(14X40)

Product Details

KYB Excel-G shocks are built to restore the suspension behavior the vehicle was originally designed to deliver. This rear shock absorber uses OE-quality components and calibrated damping to support stable braking, lane-change response, and consistent ride control. The 349001 is a fitment-specific replacement for rear suspension service on the Dodge Sprinter 2500 and Dodge Sprinter 3500, including 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 rear applications without the 118-inch wheelbase and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 rear applications without dual rear wheels. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 66415) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear-end handling
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Suspension response that no longer matches original vehicle behavior

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, model, and configuration before installation. This part fits 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500, rear, w/o 118 inch wheelbase, and 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500, rear, w/o dual rear wheels. Confirm compressed length, extended length, and mount style against the original shock before replacement. Inspect related suspension components, mounting points, and bushings for wear during service to help preserve proper ride control after installation.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is produced with OE-quality components and OE-style calibration to restore original performance characteristics. Part number 349001 is built as an OEA-style replacement for the specified Dodge Sprinter rear applications.