KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber for Volvo V70 and XC70, Part Number 349129

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.

• KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry; minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions

Restore the original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of your Volvo with the KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber, Part Number 349129. Designed as an original-equipment replacement, this KYB shock is engineered to restore the vehicle’s factory-designed performance rather than alter it. Excel-G components are produced on KYB OE assembly lines using OE-quality components and application-specific calibration, earning the designation OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket).

The KYB Excel-G uses a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design to help reduce aeration and maintain consistent damping performance during everyday driving. Its robust construction includes a strong, thick shock body and mounting bracket designed to minimize flex and help maintain proper suspension geometry. This rear shock is a professional-quality replacement for select Volvo V70 and XC70 applications from 2008 through 2011. Verify the vehicle application before installation, and replace shocks in axle pairs when appropriate to help maintain balanced handling.

Key Product Specifications and Technical Data

• Brand: KYB
• Product Line: Excel-G
• Part Number: 349129
• Component Type: Rear shock absorber
• Design: Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube
• Application: Automotive suspension replacement
• Vehicle Position: Rear
• Quality Classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket)

What's Included

• One KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber

Fitment

Fits select 2008-2010 Volvo V70 models and select 2008-2011 Volvo XC70 models. Fitment may vary by trim, drivetrain, and suspension configuration; confirm compatibility using the vehicle application and the KYB Part Number 349129 before ordering.

Features:

• Original-equipment replacement: Designed to restore the vehicle’s original ride control, stability, handling, and lane-change responsiveness.
• KYB Excel-G construction: Manufactured using OE-quality components and application-specific calibration on KYB OE assembly lines.
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design: Helps maintain consistent damping performance and reduce aeration during normal driving conditions.
• Reinforced structural design: Strong, thick shock body and mounting bracket help minimize flex and support proper alignment.

Fitments:
2008 Volvo V70 3.2
2008 Volvo XC70 3.2
2009 Volvo V70 3.2
2009 Volvo XC70 3.2
2009 Volvo XC70 T6
2010 Volvo V70 3.2
2010 Volvo XC70 3.2
2010 Volvo XC70 T6
2011 Volvo XC70 3.2
2011 Volvo XC70 T6
2012 Volvo XC70 3.2
2012 Volvo XC70 T6
2013 Volvo XC70 3.2
2013 Volvo XC70 T6
2014 Volvo XC70 3.2
2014 Volvo XC70 T6
2015 Volvo XC70 3.2
2015 Volvo XC70 T5
2015 Volvo XC70 T6
2016 Volvo XC70 T5
2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Platinum
2016 Volvo XC70 T5 Premier

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Unknown
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1