KYB 365015 Suspension Strut Cartridge - Front

KYB Excel-G Front Strut Cartridge for Corolla

KYB Excel-G part number 365015 is a front suspension strut cartridge built to restore original ride control, stability, and steering response. It is a direct-fit OE replacement for select 1975-1985 Toyota Corolla front applications, including vehicles that require service to the suspension strut and coil spring assembly per manufacturer instructions.

The Excel-G line is KYB’s OE replacement product line, calibrated to return the vehicle to its designed handling balance rather than change it. For Toyota Corolla front suspension service, 365015 is a practical choice when the goal is to recover consistent body control, braking stability, and lane-change response.

Key Features

• KYB recommended OEM replacement gas cartridge
• Restores designed control and handling for the vehicle
• Triple-lip fluid seal helps reduce oil and gas leakage
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement
• Supports proper operation of electronic safety systems by maintaining suspension behavior as engineered
• Strong, thick strut body and bracket construction helps minimize flex and maintain alignment
• Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design

Product Line Details

KYB Excel-G is built on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and is calibrated as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) solution. That makes 365015 a focused replacement for drivers and technicians who want the front suspension on a Toyota Corolla to perform like the original design. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 73951 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Excessive front-end bounce or float
• Loose or delayed steering response
• Reduced braking stability from worn suspension damping
• Uneven tire contact caused by weak strut control
• Noise and vibration associated with worn front strut components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1975-1985 Toyota Corolla, front. Replace the suspension strut and coil spring assembly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. KYB recommends new strut mounts, part number SM5020, to reduce noise and vibration. A KYB strut boot, part number SB101, can help protect the new strut from dirt, debris, and salt. Compressed length is 16.38 in., extended length is 23.78 in., stroke length is 15.75 in., and the upper mount type is 14X1.50.

Quality Assurance

KYB is a major OE supplier of shocks and struts, and Excel-G is produced using the same OE-quality component standards used in KYB’s global manufacturing. Part number 365015 is engineered to restore original performance characteristics for the front suspension on compatible Toyota Corolla applications.