KYB Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber Part Number 344403 for Jeep Wrangler

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

The KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber, part number 344403, is designed to restore the original ride control, stability, stopping performance, lane-change responsiveness, and handling of select Jeep Wrangler models. Rather than changing the vehicle’s factory driving characteristics, this nitrogen gas-charged shock is calibrated to help return the suspension to its original, designed performance.

KYB supplies shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers worldwide, and the Excel-G is produced using the same type of OE-quality components and manufacturing standards associated with KYB original-equipment assemblies. Its twin-tube design supports consistent damping performance, while the robust shock body and mounting brackets help minimize flex and maintain proper suspension operation under changing road conditions. The Excel-G is classified as OEA, or Original Equipment for the Aftermarket, making it a practical choice for professional technicians and vehicle owners seeking dependable replacement performance.

Fitment: Designed for select 1996-2006 Jeep Wrangler applications, including specified 2005 and 2006 models. Confirm vehicle year, configuration, and suspension application before installation.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: KYB
• Part Number: 344403
• Product Type: Rear shock absorber
• Series: Excel-G
• Design: Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube
• Application: Automotive suspension replacement
• Installation Position: Rear
• Package Quantity: 1 shock absorber

What's Included

• One KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber

Features:

• Original-Equipment Replacement Performance: KYB Excel-G part number 344403 is calibrated to help restore the vehicle’s original ride control and handling characteristics.
• Nitrogen Gas-Charged Design: The twin-tube construction helps provide consistent damping performance and responsive suspension control.
• OE-Quality Manufacturing: Produced with KYB quality components and manufacturing standards developed for original-equipment applications.
• Reinforced Construction: Strong shock bodies and mounting brackets help minimize flex and support proper alignment and suspension performance.

Fitments:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
1997 Jeep Wrangler SE
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport
1998 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
1998 Jeep Wrangler SE
1998 Jeep Wrangler Sport
1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
1999 Jeep Wrangler SE
1999 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2000 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2000 Jeep Wrangler SE
2000 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2001 Jeep Wrangler SE
2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2002 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2002 Jeep Wrangler SE
2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2002 Jeep Wrangler X
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2003 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2003 Jeep Wrangler SE
2003 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2003 Jeep Wrangler X
2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2004 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2004 Jeep Wrangler SE
2004 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
2004 Jeep Wrangler X
2005 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2005 Jeep Wrangler SE
2005 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2005 Jeep Wrangler X
2006 Jeep Wrangler 65th Anniversary Edition
2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2006 Jeep Wrangler SE
2006 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2006 Jeep Wrangler X

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