Restore the designed control and handling of your Mazda Protege with the KYB Excel-G Suspension Strut 333184, a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube unit that installs in the rear right position. It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1995-1998 Mazda Protege. KYB is a world-leading supplier of shocks and struts to new-vehicle manufacturers, and the Excel-G is built on the same OE assembly lines with OE-quality components, calibrated to restore original designed performance rather than change it — earning its OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification.
- Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design: includes every quality component found in KYB's global OEM products, the preferred choice of professional technicians.
- Triple lip fluid seal: reduces the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
- Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves: manage tire contact, steering response and body movement.
- Strong, thick strut bodies and brackets: minimize flex to help maintain correct alignment in all conditions.
Well-functioning suspension also helps keep electronic safety systems performing as designed. To reduce the chance of noise and vibration, KYB recommends installing new strut mounts (part number SM5406), and protecting the strut from dirt, debris and salt with a KYB Strut Boot (part number SB118). Made in the USA.
Interchange: G55883 · 71695
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle does this KYB strut fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1995-1998 Mazda Protege in the rear right position. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the fit for your specific vehicle.
What is the Excel-G design?
It's a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube strut built on KYB's OE assembly lines using OE-quality components, calibrated to restore the vehicle's original designed performance.
Does this strut include a strut mount or boot?
This listing is for the strut only. KYB recommends installing new strut mounts (SM5406) and a strut boot (SB118), sold separately, to reduce noise and protect the unit.
Should I replace both struts at the same time?
Replacing suspension components on the same axle as a pair is recommended for balanced, even handling, though this listing covers one strut for the rear right position.
What does the triple lip fluid seal do?
It's designed to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out of the strut, helping maintain consistent damping performance over time.
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