KYB 341728 rear left shock absorber for the 2008-2014 BMW X6 and other vehicles controls body movement and tire bounce at the left rear wheel. This KYB gas shock absorber is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it.
- KYB Excel-G line with a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design
- Triple lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out
- Vehicle-specific damping valves, hand assembled in-house, to manage tire contact, steering response and body movement
- Thick, strong body and brackets that limit flex to maintain correct alignment
Quick facts
- Part: KYB 341728 shock absorber
- Fits: 2008-2014 BMW X6 and other vehicles
- Position: Rear left
- Condition: New
A leaking shock body, a bouncy or floating ride, or the rear end squatting under acceleration can mean the shock is worn, though worn tires or a loose sway bar link can be behind the same signs, so find the cause first. This listing is one shock for the rear left; the rear right is a separate part, and both sides are normally replaced together.
Fits
It fits the 2008-2014 BMW X6 and the 2007-2013 BMW X5. The 2008-2014 BMW X6 takes one shock at the rear left.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear left
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Type: gas shock, nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube
- Seal: triple lip fluid seal
- Condition: new
Interchange: 33526781921 · 33526781927 · 37347
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
33526781921, 33526781927, 37347
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this KYB shock absorber fit the 2007-2013 BMW X5?
Yes. KYB 341728 is a rear left shock absorber for the 2007-2013 BMW X5 and the 2008-2014 BMW X6, with one needed at that position.
Is the KYB Excel-G shock absorber gas-charged?
Yes. The KYB Excel-G design behind 341728 is nitrogen gas-charged and twin-tube, and its damping valves are vehicle specific and hand assembled in-house.
Which side does this KYB rear shock absorber go on?
It is made for the rear left. The rear right takes its own shock, which is a separate part and is ordered separately.
What signs can show a rear left shock is worn?
Oil seeping down the shock body, a bouncy or floating ride, or the rear end squatting under acceleration can point to wear. A shop can test the shock if you are unsure.
What does the triple lip seal on this shock do?
The triple lip fluid seal on this KYB 341728 is designed to help keep oil and gas from leaking out of the shock.
