KYB Excel-G Shocks & Struts

2005–2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.7L V6 / 5.7L Hemi / 6.1L SRT8

Part #: 344496

Overview

The KYB Excel-G Shocks & Struts are engineered to restore your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s original ride control and handling characteristics. Designed specifically for the 2005 to 2010 models equipped with 3.7L V6, 5.7L Hemi, and 6.1L SRT8 engines, these rear shocks and struts bring back the stability, responsiveness, and comfort that may have diminished over time. Whether you’re tackling daily driving or spirited maneuvers, the Excel-G units ensure your vehicle performs as it was intended by the manufacturer.

Trusted by professional technicians worldwide, KYB’s Excel-G line is built on the same assembly lines and with the same quality components as original equipment. This commitment to OE standards means you get a direct replacement that maintains the precise balance of ride comfort and control without altering your Jeep’s factory-tuned dynamics.

Key Features

KYB Excel-G Shocks & Struts combine advanced technology and quality materials to deliver reliable performance and durability. Key features include:

• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design for consistent damping and reduced shock fade
• OE quality components ensuring exact fit and function
• Calibrated to restore original ride control, stability, and handling characteristics
• Manufactured on the same production lines as KYB’s original equipment parts
• Durable construction designed to withstand daily driving and demanding road conditions
• Preferred choice of professional technicians for aftermarket replacement
• Improved stopping and lane change responsiveness for enhanced safety
• Corrosion-resistant finish for extended service life

Construction & Design

The KYB Excel-G rear shocks and struts feature a robust twin-tube design filled with high-pressure nitrogen gas. This design minimizes aeration and foaming inside the shock, delivering smooth and consistent damping performance throughout the life of the component. The use of premium seals and precision-engineered valving ensures durability and reliable operation under a variety of driving conditions.

Each unit is built with OE-grade materials and assembled to exacting standards, guaranteeing a perfect fit and function for your Jeep Grand Cherokee. The corrosion-resistant coating protects the shocks and struts from rust and environmental damage, helping maintain optimal performance over time.

Installation & Fitment

Installation of KYB Excel-G rear shocks and struts is straightforward and designed to be a direct replacement for the factory components on 2005–2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with 3.7L V6, 5.7L Hemi, and 6.1L SRT8 engines. No modifications are required, and the parts bolt directly into place using existing mounting points. This ensures a hassle-free upgrade that restores your vehicle’s original ride quality and handling characteristics.

What's Included

• Rear KYB Excel-G shock absorbers and struts (as applicable to vehicle)
• All necessary mounting hardware (if required)
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

These shocks and struts are ideal for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners seeking to restore their vehicle’s original ride comfort and handling after wear or damage to the suspension components. They are perfect for daily drivers, enthusiasts who want to maintain factory performance, and anyone looking for a reliable, OE-quality aftermarket replacement that meets or exceeds original specifications.

KYB is a major shock and strut manufacturer supplying both OEM and aftermarket suspension components, with options that range from OE-replacement ride quality to more performance-oriented control. For enthusiasts, KYB upgrades are a solid way to restore damping performance and tighten handling feel with proven manufacturing scale and consistency.