{"product_id":"kyb-excel-g-rear-left-shock-absorber-334345-for-2003-2005-subaru-forester","title":"KYB Excel-G Rear Left Shock Absorber 334345 for 2003-2005 Subaru Forester","description":"Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo reduce the chance of noise and vibration KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number: SM5422\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore the original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of your Subaru Forester with the KYB Excel-G rear left shock absorber, part number 334345. Designed as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) component, this KYB shock is engineered to return the vehicle to its intended factory performance rather than alter its driving characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKYB supplies shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers worldwide, and the Excel-G is produced using the same OE-focused manufacturing standards, quality components, and performance calibration used throughout KYB’s original-equipment programs. Its nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design helps maintain consistent damping performance while reducing aeration during operation. The result is dependable control and a professional-grade replacement favored by automotive technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor improved installation results and reduced potential for noise and vibration, KYB recommends pairing this shock with a new KYB strut mount, part number SM5422, when applicable. This rear left shock absorber is designed for select 2003-2005 Subaru Forester applications; always verify vehicle configuration and side-specific fitment before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications and Technical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: KYB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Number: 334345\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct Line: Excel-G\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComponent Position: Rear left\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShock Design: Twin-tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressure Type: Nitrogen gas-charged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplication Type: Automotive replacement shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended Mount: KYB SM5422 strut mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne KYB Excel-G rear left shock absorber, part number 334345. Strut mounts, hardware, and other suspension components are sold separately unless specifically stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits select 2003, 2004, and 2005 Subaru Forester models. Confirm exact application, suspension configuration, and left-side fitment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Equipment for the Aftermarket design restores the vehicle’s intended ride control and handling performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen gas-charged twin-tube construction helps deliver consistent damping and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured with OE-quality components and calibrated to match original vehicle performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear left application for select 2003-2005 Subaru Forester models; KYB recommends strut mount SM5422 to help reduce noise and vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFitments:\u003cbr\u003e\n2003 Subaru Forester X\u003cbr\u003e\n2003 Subaru Forester XS\u003cbr\u003e\n2004 Subaru Forester X\u003cbr\u003e\n2004 Subaru Forester XS\u003cbr\u003e\n2004 Subaru Forester XT\u003cbr\u003e\n2005 Subaru Forester X\u003cbr\u003e\n2005 Subaru Forester XS\u003cbr\u003e\n2005 Subaru Forester XS L.L. 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