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KYB 349053 Shock Absorber - Rear
| Brand | KYB H622322 |
|---|---|
| Bracket Included | No |
| Bracket Material | Stamped Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Describe Type | Flexible Hose |
| End 1 Attachment Type | Inverted Flare |
| End 1 Fitting Material | Treated Steel |
| End 1 Fitting Type | Female |
| End 1 Thread Diameter | M12 X 1.0 |
| End 2 Attachment Type | Inverted Flare |
| End 2 Fitting Inside Diameter | M10 X 1.0 |
| End 2 Fitting Material | Treated Steel |
| End 2 Fitting Type | Female |
| Gasket Or Seal Included | No |
| Hose Material | EPDM Rubber |
| Jacket Included | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Outer Sleeve Material | Rubber |
| Overall Length | 20.88 |
| Package Contents | 1 Brake Hose |
| Product line | Excel-G |
| Fits | —12 vehicles |
OE replacement choice. Restores original ride control, stability, and handling.
Nitrogen gas-charged design. Twin-tube construction helps deliver consistent damping.
Triple lip fluid seal. Helps reduce the chance of oil and gas leakage.
Cross-references Infiniti 56210EG025, Infiniti E6B10EG30A and Infiniti E6210EG30A for the same application. See all 4.
KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Infiniti M35/M45
KYB Excel-G part number 349053 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling on select Infiniti M35 and M45 models. It uses a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design with OE-quality components and vehicle-specific damping calibration.
The Excel-G line is KYB’s Original Equipment for the Aftermarket offering, produced on the same assembly lines used for OE supply. For Infiniti M35 and M45 rear suspension service, 349053 is a direct-fit replacement focused on returning the vehicle to its designed response.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement for Asian vehicles, including Infiniti applications
- Restores designed control, lane-change response, and body motion management
- Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and steering response
- Helps maintain proper operation of electronic safety systems by preserving suspension behavior
- Heavy-duty strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
- Internal rebound spring included
- Rear position application
Detailed Description
KYB 349053 is engineered for drivers replacing worn rear shocks on 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and 2006-2010 Infiniti M45 models. The Excel-G design focuses on returning the suspension to factory-like behavior rather than changing ride character. With a compressed length of 16.14 inches, extended length of 21.37 inches, and 5.23 inches of stroke, this shock absorber is built around the original suspension geometry for the listed rear applications.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5633 for the same application. KYB Excel-G is a practical choice when the goal is to restore predictable ride control on Infiniti M35 and M45 rear suspension systems.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bouncing after bumps
- Loose or unstable rear-end handling
- Reduced braking stability from worn damping
- Uneven tire contact caused by weak shock control
- Noisy or harsh ride from aging suspension components
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2006-2010 Infiniti M35, rear. Fits 2006-2010 Infiniti M45, rear. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5482, to reduce the chance of noise and vibration. Verify upper mount type S1 and lower mount type SPECIAL before installation.
Quality Assurance
KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design includes a triple-lip fluid seal, internal rebound spring, and reinforced body construction to support consistent suspension performance in the listed Infiniti applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | INFINITI | M35 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2010 | INFINITI | M45 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | INFINITI | M35 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2009 | INFINITI | M45 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | INFINITI | M35 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2008 | INFINITI | M45 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | INFINITI | M35 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | INFINITI | M35 | Base | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2007 | INFINITI | M45 | Base | — | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | INFINITI | M35 | — | AWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | INFINITI | M35 | Base | RWD | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
| 2006 | INFINITI | M45 | Base | — | Rear | Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to manufacturer's instructions.; Excel-G |
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