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Shock Absorber – Rear (Excel-G)

PART#: 343271
KYB
Fitments
YearMakeModelSubmodelEngineFuel TypePositionNote
1999AudiA4Base2.8V6GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement; To 1/1999 | Sedan;
1999AudiA4Base1.8L4GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement; To 1/1999 | Sedan;
1998AudiA4Base1.8L4GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan; | Wagon;
1998AudiA4Base2.8V6GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan; | Wagon;
1998AudiA4Avant2.8V6GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan; | Wagon;
1997AudiA4Base1.8L4GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan;
1997AudiA4Base2.8V6GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan;
1996AudiA4Base2.8V6GASRearRecommended OEM Replacement | Sedan;
Product info

The KYB Shock Absorber part number 343271 is a top-quality replacement part for Audi cars that require a reliable and durable shock absorber. This product provides a smooth ride and excellent handling for your Audi vehicle.

One of the key features of this product is its advanced design, which includes a twin-tube gas design that helps ensure superior performance and durability. This design allows the shock absorber to better handle pressure and absorb shocks to provide comfortable rides, even on rough roads.

The KYB Shock Absorber part number 343271 is also engineered to provide excellent stability and improved control for your Audi. It is capable of reducing body roll and improving stability when cornering, ensuring better handling and safety on the road.

This product is designed and manufactured to meet high standards of quality and performance, making it an ideal choice for Audi owners looking for a reliable and cost-effective replacement part. The KYB Shock Absorber part number 343271 is easy to install, and it will fit perfectly with your car’s existing suspension system.

If you are looking for a high-quality shock absorber that provides superior performance and durability, the KYB Shock Absorber part number 343271 is an excellent choice for your Audi car. It will help to improve your car’s ride quality, stability, and handling, providing you with a safer and more comfortable driving experience.

About KYB

The KYB Corporation is a Tokyo-based automotive company that specializes in manufacturing shock absorbers, power steering systems, air suspensions, coil springs, sensors, and other products.

The company was founded in 1919 by Shiro Kayaba. Throughout the last century, KYB has made both replacement parts and original equipment parts for cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, aircraft, and various industrial applications.

KYB is known for being one of the largest shock absorber manufacturers in the world.

It is also one of the world’s leading suppliers of OE shock absorbers to vehicle manufacturers. The corporation has 32 facilities located in 21 countries.

KYB owns the largest shock absorber manufacturing plant on the planet, located in Gifu, Japan. 

One strut is made every 15 seconds at this factory thanks to its highly automated production process.

The KYB Corporation has an annual output of 75 million shock absorbers worldwide.This brand is a leading supplier to major car manufacturers including Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Chrysler, GM, Lexus, and many more.

It owns 15 production plants located in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company has the largest production volume out of any other shock absorber manufacturer.

KYB exports its products to over 100 countries across the globe. In North America, the most popular products developed by the KYB Corporation are shocks and struts. 

The company has been increasing its presence in the North American market in recent years, where its manufacturing, distribution, and sales are managed by four subsidiaries in the US and Mexico.

Specifications
COMPRESSED BUMP STOPN
Compressed Length15.94
Dust Cover IncludedN
Extended Length23.62
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 1TWIN-TUBE TECHNOLOGY, DESIGNED FOR EUROPEAN CARS
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 2SPECIFICALLY CALIBRATED TO HELP RESTORE THE ORIGINAL HANDLING AND CONTROL CHARACTERISTICS OF YOUR AUDI A4
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 3USES A SEAMLESS WORKING CYLINDER MATCHED WITH A TEFLON COATED PISTON BAND FOR A POSITIVE SEAL AND LONGER LIFE
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 4TRIPLE CHROME PLATED PISTON ROD AND MULTI-LIP OIL SEALS THAT REDUCE WEAR
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 5SOLID SEAMLESS MOUNTING EYE RINGS AND BOLT BUSHINGS TO ELIMINATE RATTLES
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 6ENGINEERED TO HELP VEHICLES WITH ELECTRONIC SAFETY SYSTEMS (ESC, ABS, ETC.)
FEATURE AND BENEFIT 7PROTECT YOUR NEW STRUTS FROM DIRT, DEBRIS AND SALT WITH A KYB STRUT BOOT, PART NUMBER: SB114
Lower Mount TypeE2(10.2X80)
REBOUND STOPY
Stroke Length7.68
Upper Mount TypeS1
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