KYB 349134 Shock Absorber - Rear

KYB Excel-G Rear Shock for Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, S4, S5

KYB Excel-G part number 349134 is a rear suspension shock absorber built to restore original ride control on select Audi models. It is an OE-style replacement for Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, S4, and S5 applications where precise damping, stability, and steering response matter.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement strut and shock line
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves for controlled tire contact and body motion
• Triple-lip fluid seal to reduce oil and gas leakage
• Strong strut body and bracket construction to help maintain alignment under load
• R-stop rebound control feature
• OE-quality components assembled on KYB production lines

Excel-G Product Line Details

The KYB Excel-G line is built to restore the vehicle’s original suspension behavior rather than change it. For Audi rear suspension service, that means consistent damping that supports ride control, lane-change response, braking stability, and the operation of electronic safety systems that rely on the suspension working as designed.

Detailed Description

KYB 349134 is engineered for rear suspension replacement on 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro and S5, 2010-2014 Audi A5, 2012-2018 Audi A6, A6 Quattro, and A7 Quattro, plus 2013-2014 and 2015-2016 Audi A4, A4 Quattro, and S4 applications listed below. This rear shock absorber uses OE-calibrated damping to help return the vehicle to factory-like handling balance, especially on models with sport suspension or without adaptive and magnetic ride systems.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive rear bounce or oscillation
• Reduced stability during braking and lane changes
• Loose or inconsistent rear suspension control
• Uneven tire contact caused by worn damping
• Suspension noise or fluid leakage from a worn shock absorber

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2012-2018 Audi A6, rear
• Fits 2012-2018 Audi A6 Quattro, rear
• Fits 2012-2018 Audi A7 Quattro, rear
• Fits 2008-2017 Audi A5 Quattro, rear, excluding Magnetic Ride Control
• Fits 2008-2017 Audi S5, rear, excluding Magnetic Ride Control
• Fits 2015-2016 Audi A4, rear, excluding Adaptive Suspension
• Fits 2015-2016 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, excluding Adaptive Suspension
• Fits 2015-2016 Audi S4, rear, without Adaptive Control Suspension
• Fits 2013-2014 Audi A4, rear, excluding Adaptive Suspension
• Fits 2013-2014 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, excluding Adaptive Suspension
• Fits 2010-2014 Audi A5, rear, excluding Magnetic Ride Control
• Fits 2009-2012 Audi A4, rear, with Sport Suspension and excluding Adaptive Suspension
• Fits 2009-2012 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, with Sport Suspension and excluding Adaptive Suspension

Replace suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions where specified. Verify rear suspension configuration before ordering, especially on Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, S4, and S5 models with adaptive or magnetic ride systems.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE shock and strut supplier, and Excel-G is produced on KYB’s OE assembly lines using OE-quality components. The design is calibrated to restore original suspension performance for the listed Audi rear applications.