KYB 349096 Excel-G Rear Shock 2007-2015 Infiniti G35/G37/G25/Q40/Q60 RWD Each

Vehicle Fitment

• 2007-2008 Infiniti G35 Sedan (V36, VQ35HR 3.5L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2011-2012 Infiniti G25 Sedan (V36, VQ25HR 2.5L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2008 Infiniti G37 (V36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2009-2010 Infiniti G37 Coupe (CV36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2009-2010 Infiniti G37 Sedan (V36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2011-2012 Infiniti G37 Base Coupe (CV36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2011-2013 Infiniti G37 Journey Coupe (CV36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2011-2013 Infiniti G37 Journey Sedan (V36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2011-2013 Infiniti G37 Sport Coupe (CV36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2015 Infiniti Q40 Sedan (V36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - Rear, Left or Right
• 2014-2015 Infiniti Q60 Coupe (CV36, VQ37VHR 3.7L V6, RWD) - 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 sides).
• RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive) models ONLY. AWD variants (G35x, G37x, G37xS) use a different rear shock absorber - KYB part number 349089. Confirm your drivetrain configuration before ordering.
• This shock fits the fourth-generation Infiniti G (V36/CV36) platform, which includes the G35 Sedan (2007-2008), G25 Sedan (2011-2012), G37 Coupe and Sedan (2008-2013), the Q40 Sedan (2015 - final year G37 sedan rebadged under Infiniti's new naming convention), and the Q60 Coupe (2014-2015 - the rebadged G37 coupe).
• This part features an internal rebound spring - this may cause the extended length to appear shorter than specified due to the spring pre-loading the unit. This is normal and by design.
• Dust cover is not included and is sold separately. Inspect and replace as needed during installation.

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 Nissan and Infiniti at the factory.
• #1 Recommended Original Equipment Replacement for Asian vehicles - KYB's preferred specification for restoring original ride and handling on the Infiniti V36/CV36 platform.
• Vehicle-specific, hand-assembled damping valves - calibrated precisely to the V36 platform's rear multi-link suspension geometry to manage tire contact, steering response, and body movement as originally engineered by Infiniti.
• Internal rebound spring - provides an additional progressive rebound cushion within the shock body, prolonging service life and contributing to smooth, controlled rebound action.
• Internal rebound bumper - provides progressive compression limiting to protect the shock at full bump, reducing impact harshness and extending unit life under aggressive driving conditions.
• Nitrogen gas-charged twin-tube design - eliminates oil aeration and performance fade for consistent damping throughout the full stroke range.
• Three-stage rebound and compression valving - provides progressive damping response across the full stroke for superior body control in both comfort and dynamic driving conditions.
• Triple-lip synthetic fluid seal with integral wiper - multi-lip design keeps hydraulic fluid contained and road contaminants excluded for long service life.
• Triple chrome-plated piston rod - ultra-smooth surface finish reduces seal friction and wear for quiet, long-term operation.
• Seamless extruded steel inner cylinder - eliminates leak risk associated with seam-welded construction.
• PTFE-banded piston - creates a positive, low-friction seal against the cylinder wall for precise damping throughout the stroke.
• Teflon-coated bushing at mounting points - reduces wear and noise at the shock's connection to the suspension knuckle and body.
• All-weather fluid formulation - maintains consistent viscosity regardless of ambient temperature for reliable performance in all climates.
• ESC and VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) compatible - restores the rear suspension behavior that Infiniti's VDC, ABS, 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: 349096
• Series: Excel-G
• Type: Shock Absorber (Rear)
• Position: Rear - fits both Left and Right sides
• Design: Nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube
• Extended Length: 21.26"
• Compressed Length: 16.53"
• Stroke Length: 4.73"
• Upper Mount Type: S1
• Lower Mount Type: Special
• Internal Rebound Spring: Yes
• Internal Rebound Bumper: Yes
• Dust Cover Included: No
• Piston Rod Finish: Triple chrome plated
• Inner Cylinder: Seamless extruded steel
• Piston: PTFE-banded (Teflon-coated)
• Seal: Triple-lip synthetic fluid seal with wiper
• Quantity: Sold individually (2 required per vehicle)
• Drivetrain: RWD only (AWD requires KYB 349089)
• Platform: Infiniti V36 / CV36 (4th Gen G / Q40 / Q60)
• Warranty: Lifetime Limited Warranty to original purchaser

Included Components

• 1x KYB 349096 Excel-G Rear Shock Absorber

Product Description

The KYB 349096 is a rear Excel-G shock absorber engineered as an OEM replacement for the fourth-generation Infiniti G series (V36/CV36 platform) in rear-wheel-drive configuration. This covers a broad range of V36 applications spanning the platform's full production life: the 2007-2008 G35 Sedan (the first V36 model year before the engine upgrade), the 2011-2012 G25 Sedan (the entry-level V6 variant), the 2008-2013 G37 in both Coupe and Sedan body styles, and the rebadged successors - the 2015 Q40 Sedan (final production year of the G37 sedan under Infiniti's new naming convention) and the 2014-2015 Q60 Coupe (the rebadged G37 coupe). This is a RWD-exclusive application - AWD variants of the G35x, G37x, and G37xS use a different rear shock specification (KYB 349089) and must not be serviced with this part number. Drivetrain configuration should always be confirmed before ordering.

The 349096 features several design elements specific to the V36 platform's rear suspension requirements, including an internal rebound spring and internal rebound bumper. The internal rebound spring provides a progressive, cushioned rebound action within the shock body itself - this may cause the unit to appear slightly shorter than the stated extended length when measured uncompressed due to the spring's preload, which is normal and by design. Three-stage rebound and compression valving provides progressive damping response across the full 4.73" stroke, while the all-weather hydraulic fluid formulation maintains consistent viscosity across ambient temperature extremes. The hand-assembled damping valves are calibrated specifically to the V36 platform's rear multi-link suspension geometry, restoring tire contact, steering response, and body movement to Infiniti's original design intent.

KYB classifies the 349096 as OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket), built on the same production lines and to the same manufacturing standards as the shocks supplied to Infiniti for factory assembly. It carries KYB's #1 Recommended OE Replacement designation for Asian vehicles and is the preferred specification for professional technicians servicing this platform. Each unit is sold individually - two are required for a complete rear replacement. The dust cover/boot is not included and should be inspected and replaced as needed during service. The 349096 is covered by KYB's Lifetime Limited Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle.