Firm up rebound control and steady body movement with the KYB shock absorber 3430041, a rear-position Excel-G gas shock for the 2014-2018 Mazda 3 and the 2014 Mazda 3 Sport. Built on KYB's OE assembly lines as an Original Equipment for the Aftermarket (OEA) unit, this KYB gas shock absorber Excel-G is calibrated to bring damping back to the vehicle's original, designed performance rather than change it.
Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design: A gas-charged, twin-tube build that carries the quality components KYB's global OEM products include.
Triple lip fluid seal: Reduces the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
Vehicle-specific damping valves: Hand-assembled in-house valving manages tire contact, steering response and body movement.
Supports electronic safety systems: Helps keep electronic safety systems performing as designed by restoring intended suspension behavior.
Worn rear shocks may show up as excessive bounce, nose dive, poor lane-change response or reduced stability; if a tired rear damper is the cause, this Excel-G replaces it. Sold individually — replacing both sides on the axle as a matched pair is recommended for balanced ride control. See the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm the engine and trim for your vehicle.
Interchange: BABF28910A · BACS28700 · BHN228910A · BHN228910B · BHN928910A · BJS728700F · 5540
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
BABF28910A, BACS28700, BHN228910A, BHN228910B, BHN928910A, BJS728700F, 5540
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the KYB 3430041 shock absorber fit?
It is a rear-position Excel-G shock for the 2014-2018 Mazda 3 and the 2014 Mazda 3 Sport. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm the engine and trim for your vehicle.
Is this a front or rear KYB gas shock absorber?
It is cataloged as a rear-position unit. It is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube Excel-G design.
What is the Excel-G design on this KYB shock absorber?
Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube shock built on KYB's OE assembly lines and calibrated to restore the vehicle's original designed damping, not change it.
How do I know when my rear shocks need replacing?
Signs may include excessive bounce, nose dive, poor lane-change response or reduced stability. Diagnose the cause first; if a worn rear shock is at fault, this replaces it.
Do I need to replace both rear shocks at once?
This KYB gas shock absorber is sold individually. Replacing both sides on the same axle as a matched pair is recommended for balanced, even ride control.
