KYB 343460 Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber 2006-2011 Honda Civic / Acura CSX Sold Ea

Vehicle Fitment

• 2006-2011 Honda Civic DX Sedan (FA1 / FA5, 1.8L R18A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2008-2011 Honda Civic DX-G Sedan (FA1, 1.8L R18A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2006-2011 Honda Civic EX Sedan (FA1, 1.8L R18A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2009-2011 Honda Civic EX-L Sedan (FA1, 1.8L R18A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2006-2011 Honda Civic GX Sedan (FA1, 1.8L Natural Gas, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2006-2011 Honda Civic LX Sedan (FA1, 1.8L R18A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2006-2011 Honda Civic Hybrid Sedan (FA3, 1.3L IMA I4 Hybrid, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2006-2011 Acura CSX Base, iTech, Premium, Technology, Touring (FD2 / FA5, 2.0L R20A I4, FWD) - Rear, Left or Right

Fitment Notes

• Sold individually - two shock absorbers are required for a complete rear axle replacement. Order two units for a full rear installation.
• Position: Rear - fits both left and right sides (same part number for both).
• Additional components may be required at installation, including a dust cover (boot) and upper bushings/mount hardware. These items are not included and should be inspected and replaced as needed during service.
• Fitment applicability for the Honda Civic Si (2006-2011) should be verified separately - the Si uses a sport-tuned rear suspension setup that may require a different damping specification. Confirm using the KYB online catalog or VIN-based fitment check before ordering.
• The Acura CSX is the Canadian and international-market version of the eighth-generation Honda Civic and shares the same rear suspension architecture, making this shock absorber a direct-fit replacement for all CSX trim levels.
• OEM Honda part numbers replaced: 52610SNAA03, 52610SNCA02, 52610SNFA01, 52610SNRC02, 52610SNEA03.
• Cross-reference aftermarket part numbers: 5609, G51807, 341523, 33185.

Features

• OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) classification - built on the same KYB production lines with the same components and processes used to manufacture KYB's global OEM shocks for Honda and Acura vehicles at the factory.
• Rated as KYB's #1 Recommended Original Equipment Replacement for Asian vehicles - the preferred choice of professional technicians for restoring original ride and handling on Honda and Acura platforms.
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves - calibrated precisely to the eighth-generation Civic and CSX rear suspension geometry to manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement as engineered by Honda.
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design - provides consistent damping throughout the full stroke range, eliminating oil aeration and ride fade caused by conventional non-gas shock absorbers.
• Triple-lip synthetic fluid seal with integral wiper - multi-lip construction keeps hydraulic fluid contained and road contaminants excluded, significantly extending service life over single-lip alternatives.
• Triple chrome-plated piston rod - ultra-smooth surface finish reduces seal friction and wear for quiet, consistent operation across the full service life of the shock.
• Seamless extruded steel inner cylinder - eliminates leak points associated with seam-welded construction, maintaining consistent internal pressure and fluid containment.
• PTFE-banded piston - creates a positive, low-friction seal between the piston and cylinder wall for precise, controlled damping throughout the stroke range.
• Thickest and strongest shock body in the industry - minimizes structural flex to maintain correct rear suspension alignment geometry under all cornering, braking, and load conditions.
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and safety system compatible - restores the suspension behavior that ABS, VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist), and traction control systems are calibrated to work with.
• Lifetime Limited Warranty to the original vehicle purchaser - covers defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle.

Specifications

• Part Number: 343460
• Series: Excel-G
• Type: Shock Absorber (Rear)
• Position: Rear - fits both Left and Right sides
• Design: Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube
• Extended Length: 21.56"
• Compressed Length: 15.48"
• Stroke Length: 6.08"
• Piston Rod Finish: Triple chrome plated
• Inner Cylinder: Seamless extruded steel
• Piston: PTFE-banded
• Seal: Triple-lip synthetic fluid seal with wiper
• Quantity: Sold individually (2 required per vehicle)
• OEM Honda Part Numbers Replaced: 52610SNAA03, 52610SNCA02, 52610SNFA01, 52610SNRC02, 52610SNEA03
• Aftermarket Cross-References: 5609, G51807, 341523, 33185
• Platform: Honda FA / FA1 / FA3 / FA5, Acura FD2 (8th Gen Civic / CSX, 2006-2011)
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty to original purchaser

Included Components

• 1x KYB 343460 Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

Product Description

The KYB 343460 is a rear Excel-G shock absorber engineered as a direct OEM replacement for the eighth-generation Honda Civic sedan (2006-2011) and all trim levels of the Acura CSX (2006-2011) - the Canadian and international-market equivalent of the eighth-generation Civic sharing the same rear suspension architecture. This shock absorber is KYB's OEA-classified (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket) replacement for the Honda Civic's rear dampers, built on the same production lines and with the same components used to supply Honda and Acura with original equipment shock absorbers at the factory. It covers the full range of Civic sedan variants - DX, DX-G, EX, EX-L, GX (CNG), LX, and Hybrid - across both 1.8L R18A and 1.3L IMA hybrid engine configurations. Civic Si fitment should be confirmed separately using the KYB catalog or VIN-based fitment check, as the Si may use a sport-tuned damper specification. Each unit is sold individually - two are needed for a complete rear replacement.

The 343460 uses a nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design that eliminates oil aeration and damping fade common in conventional non-gas units, providing consistent performance across all road surfaces and temperatures. Damping valves are hand-assembled in a pressurized clean room and calibrated specifically to the Civic and CSX rear suspension geometry, ensuring tire contact, steering response, and body control are restored to Honda's original design intent. The triple chrome-plated piston rod reduces friction and seal wear for long-term, quiet operation, while the triple-lip synthetic fluid seal with integral wiper keeps hydraulic fluid contained and road debris excluded from the oil. The PTFE-banded piston maintains a precise seal against the seamless extruded steel inner cylinder throughout the full 6.08" stroke range.

KYB designates the Excel-G as its #1 Recommended Original Equipment Replacement for Asian vehicles - the preferred specification for professional technicians servicing Honda and Acura platforms. During installation, additional components including a dust boot cover and upper mount bushings should be inspected and replaced as needed; these items are not included with the shock absorber and are sold separately. The 343460 replaces Honda OEM part numbers 52610SNAA03, 52610SNCA02, 52610SNFA01, 52610SNRC02, and 52610SNEA03, and crosses to aftermarket reference numbers 5609, G51807, 341523, and 33185. The unit is covered by KYB's Lifetime Limited Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle on which the shocks are installed.