KYB 349035 Suspension Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Toyota and Scion

KYB Excel-G Part Number 349035 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling. It is a direct OE-style replacement for select Toyota Prius, Toyota Prius Plug-In, and Scion xB applications, with calibration focused on factory-like response rather than changing the vehicle’s character.

Key Features

• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock absorber design
• OE-quality components assembled on KYB production lines
• Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for tire contact and steering response
• Strong strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment under load
• R-stop design for added control at full extension
• Made in USA

Product Details

The KYB Excel-G line is engineered as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket replacement choice for Asian vehicles, with a focus on restoring the suspension behavior the vehicle was designed to deliver. This rear shock absorber is built for the 2008-2015 Scion xB, 2010-2015 Toyota Prius, and 2012-2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In in rear applications. Part number 349035 is also a practical cross-reference for Monroe Shocks & Struts 5685 and 5687 for the same application.

As part of the Excel-G product line, this shock uses OE-quality construction and damping calibration to help preserve ride control, lane-change response, braking stability, and body motion management. For Prius and Scion xB owners looking for a rear shock absorber replacement that follows factory-style performance targets, KYB 349035 is a direct-fit service part for the listed applications.

What This Shock Absorber Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or unsettled rear suspension feel
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Loss of factory ride control in Toyota Prius and Scion xB rear suspension systems

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 2008-2015 Scion xB, rear; recommended OEM replacement, additional components may be required.; Excel-G
• Fits 2010-2015 Toyota Prius, rear; recommended OEM replacement, additional components may be required.; Excel-G
• Fits 2012-2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In, rear; recommended OEM replacement, additional components may be required.; Excel-G

Verify mounting style and suspension condition before installation. Existing upper and lower mounts should be inspected for wear, and related hardware or bushings may need replacement if the original components are damaged. Professional alignment checks are recommended after suspension service when applicable.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and the Excel-G line is built on the same assembly lines used for OE-quality production. Part number 349035 is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the listed Toyota and Scion rear applications.