KYB Suspension Strut P/N:3340199
KYB 341211 rear suspension strut for the 1997-2001 BMW 740i and other vehicles controls wheel movement and body motion at the rear axle. This Excel-G is among the KYB struts calibrated to restore the vehicle's designed performance, not change it.
A bouncy ride after bumps, a rear end that sways in lane changes or oil on the strut body can mean this strut is worn, though worn strut mounts or tires can be behind the same signs. This listing is one rear strut; the car takes one on each side of the axle, and both are normally replaced together.
It fits the 1997-2001 BMW 740i and the 1995-2001 BMW 740iL. KYB Excel-G shocks and struts are made on the same assembly lines KYB uses for new-vehicle manufacturers.
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Interchange: G51744 · 71355
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Are these KYB rear struts right for the 1997-2001 BMW 740i?
Yes. KYB 341211 is a rear strut for the 1997-2001 BMW 740i and the 1995-2001 BMW 740iL, and the car takes one on each side of the rear axle.
What design do KYB Excel-G struts use?
The Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design. It has a triple lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out.
How are KYB shocks and struts like the 341211 put together?
The damping valves in the KYB 341211 are vehicle specific and hand assembled in-house. They are built to manage tire contact, steering response and body movement.
Does KYB recommend new strut mounts with this rear strut?
Yes. KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number SM5250, to reduce the chance of noise and vibration.
What does the OEA classification on the Excel-G mean?
OEA stands for Original Equipment for the Aftermarket. The Excel-G earned it because it is made on the same KYB OE assembly lines and uses the same OE quality components.
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