KYB 349060 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G shock absorber, part number 349060, is built to restore original ride control, stability, and handling for select Hyundai and Kia rear suspension applications. It uses a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design with OE-quality components and is calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed damping characteristics.

Compatible with 2006-2008 Hyundai Sonata rear, 2006-2007 Hyundai Azera rear, and 2007-2009 Kia Amanti rear, this Excel-G unit is an OE-style replacement choice for import sedans that need consistent body control and steering response.

Key Features

• KYB Excel-G line calibrated to restore original suspension performance
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube construction for controlled damping
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact and body motion
• Strong strut body and bracket design helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Rear application with compressed length 15.66 in., extended length 22.83 in., and stroke length 7.17 in.
• Lower mount type E2(16X38) and upper mount type S1

Product Details

KYB Excel-G is part of KYB’s OE-focused product line, built on the same assembly lines used for original equipment supply. For drivers servicing a Hyundai Sonata rear shock absorber, Hyundai Azera rear suspension shock, or Kia Amanti rear shock replacement, part number 349060 is engineered to match the vehicle’s original damping behavior rather than alter it. This helps preserve the way the suspension works with braking, lane changes, and electronic safety systems that rely on proper tire contact and chassis control.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 5614 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Excessive bouncing after bumps or dips
• Reduced rear-end stability during braking or lane changes
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping control
• Noisy or loose-feeling rear suspension response
• Loss of original ride control on higher-mileage Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Azera, or Kia Amanti models

Installation Notes

Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For reduced noise and vibration, KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5517. To help protect the new unit from dirt, debris, and salt, KYB also recommends a strut boot, part number SB114.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier, and the Excel-G line is built to OE standards using quality components and application-specific valving. The design is intended to restore the vehicle’s original handling characteristics for the listed rear fitments.