KYB SR4242 front left strut assembly for the 2006-2011 Honda Civic carries vehicle weight, sets ride height and acts as a steering pivot. This KYB strut assembly is a complete strut and coil spring assembly with the mount, intended to help restore handling and control.
- KYB Strut-Plus line with the strut, mount and spring pre-assembled as one corner unit
- Application-engineered KYB coil spring that helps maintain ride height and control weight without sacrificing ride quality
- Side-specific design and components, with separate left and right part numbers
- Engineered to help vehicles with electronic safety systems such as ESC and ABS
- KYB Excel-G strut with a stronger steel outer shell and application-specific damping valves
Quick facts
- Part: KYB SR4242 strut assembly
- Also called: complete strut and coil spring assembly
- Fits: 2006-2011 Honda Civic
- Position: Front left
- Condition: New
A worn strut can show up as extra bounce after bumps, nose dive when braking or oil on the strut body. Before you replace the strut, rule out tire wear, a worn sway bar link or an alignment problem, since each of them can change how the car rides and steers.
Fits
This KYB complete strut assembly fits the 2006-2011 Honda Civic, which takes one at the front left. The front right is a separate part, and the two are normally replaced together on that axle.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 at this position
Build and materials
- Type: strut, mount and coil spring assembly
- Coil spring: high-carbon steel
- Strut: KYB Excel-G with a stronger steel outer shell
- Condition: new
- Assembled in USA
In the box
One front left strut assembly with the strut, mount and coil spring.
Interchange: 172287 · 182287 · 272212
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the KYB front strut assembly SR4242 the right one for a 2006-2011 Honda Civic?
Yes. KYB SR4242 is the front left strut assembly for the 2006-2011 Honda Civic. The front right side is a separate part.
Do KYB complete struts like the SR4242 come with the mount and spring?
Yes. This KYB SR4242 comes as one unit with the strut, mount and coil spring already assembled.
What is the spring made of on KYB loaded struts like this one?
The coil spring is high-carbon steel, developed around the vehicle's corner weights to help restore ride height. The strut itself is a KYB Excel-G with a stronger steel outer shell.
Could a bouncy ride mean this front left strut is worn?
It can. Extra bounce after bumps, nose dive when braking or oil on the strut body can point to a worn strut. A shop can confirm it.
Is 172287 an interchange number for the KYB SR4242?
Yes. 172287 is listed as an interchange for the KYB SR4242, along with 182287 and 272212.
