KYB 341198 Rear Excel-G Shock for 1996-2000 Honda Civic/Acura EL

Vehicle Fitment

• 1996-2000 Honda Civic (various trims; *rear shock position*)
• 1997-2000 Acura EL (various trims; *rear shock position*)

Features

• Rear Excel-G gas-charged shock engineered to restore original ride quality and handling
• Twin-tube design with calibrated internal valving for consistent damping response
• Nitrogen gas charge reduces fluid aeration and helps maintain performance consistency
• Triple-chrome piston rod enhances corrosion resistance and durability
• Seamless working cylinder and precision seals for longer service life
• Direct OE replacement fit - no modifications required
• Designed to help maintain proper vehicle stability and electronic safety performance
• Constructed to match factory ride control characteristics for the specified vehicles

Specifications

• Brand: KYB Excel-G
• Part Number: 341198
• Position: Rear (Driver or Passenger Side)
• Design: Twin-tube, gas-charged shock
• Damping Type: Non-adjustable
• Compressed Length: ~14.09 in
• Extended Length: ~19.21 in
• Stroke Length: ~5.12 in
• Upper Mount Type: Stem/Pin style
• Lower Mount Type: Clevis/Fork style

Included Components

• 1x Rear Excel-G Shock (KYB 341198)
• Installation hardware as required (reuse OEM where applicable)

Product Description

The **KYB 341198 Excel-G Rear Shock** is a high-quality replacement suspension component engineered to restore the original ride comfort, stability, and handling characteristics of your **1996-2000 Honda Civic** or **1997-2000 Acura EL**. Its gas-charged, twin-tube internal design with precise valving helps reduce fluid aeration and maintain consistent damping performance, improving road control and responsiveness over worn factory shocks.

Featuring a nitrogen gas charge and a robust construction with triple-chrome plating and quality seals, this Excel-G shock is built to provide reliable performance and long service life. Designed as a direct OE replacement, it installs easily with no modifications and helps preserve the handling behavior and stability systems originally intended for your vehicle's suspension. It's sold individually for the rear position, so replace both left and right for balanced performance.