KYB 349033 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

KYB Excel-G 349033 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It uses a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design with OE-quality components and vehicle-specific damping calibration.

For drivers searching for a rear shock absorber for 2007-2009 Ford Fusion, 2007-2009 Lincoln MKZ, or 2007-2009 Mercury Milan, KYB 349033 provides an OE-style replacement focused on factory-correct performance.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement shock
• Restores designed control, handling, and body movement response
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and steering response
• Supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by maintaining suspension behavior as engineered
• Strong strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Dust cover included
• R-stop included

Product Details

Excel-G is KYB’s OEA line, meaning it is built on the same OE assembly lines and with the same quality components used in original equipment production. This rear shock absorber is calibrated to restore factory ride characteristics rather than alter them, making it a practical choice for replacing worn suspension parts on the Fusion, MKZ, and Milan. Part number 349033 is also cross-referenced to Monroe Shocks & Struts 5784 and Gabriel 69591 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Excessive bouncing after bumps
• Reduced rear-end stability during lane changes
• Poor tire contact and uneven handling response
• Fluid leakage from a worn shock absorber
• Suspension noise or degraded ride control from age-related wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2007-2009 Ford Fusion, rear. Fits 2007-2009 Lincoln MKZ, rear. Fits 2007-2009 Mercury Milan, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Verify compressed length, extended length, and mount style before installation. This rear shock absorber uses E2(12.2x62.5) upper and lower mount types.

Quality Assurance

KYB supplies shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers, and Excel-G is produced with OE-quality components on KYB OE assembly lines. The design focuses on restoring original suspension performance and maintaining consistent damping characteristics for the listed applications.