# KYB 344353 KYB Gas Shock Absorber for 2001–2002 Acura MDX

### Performance Overview

KYB Excel-G Shocks & Strutsare designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicle’s original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and theExcel-Gis made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it.

### Key Features

-   Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicle’s Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical.
-   The KYB Excel-G helps restore the designed control and handling of your Honda or Acura
-   The KYB Excel-G uses a triple lip fluid seal to reduce the chance of oil and gas leaking out
-   Vehicle specific, hand assembled in-house damping valves correctly manage tire contact, steering response and body movement
-   Electronic safety systems depend on the suspension, brakes and tires operating as the vehicle manufacturer intended. The KYB Excel-G helps keep Electronic Safety Systems performing as designed.
-   KYB has the strongest and thickest strut bodies and brackets in the industry
-   minimizing flex to maintain correct alignment in all conditions
-   Adjustable: No
-   Body Diameter: 44.6 mm
-   Boot Included: N/A
-   Coil Over Springs Included: No
-   Compressed Length: 11.33 in
-   Design: Twin Tube
-   Dust Shield: Yes
-   Extended Length: 16.85 in
-   Gas Charged: Yes
-   Lower Mount Type: Eyelet
-   Lower Mounting Isolator Included: No
-   Manufacturer Part Number: 344353
-   Shock Absorber Type: Gas
-   Stroke Length: 5.52 in
-   Upper Mount Type: Eyelet
-   VMRS Code: 16003000

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

2001

Acura

MDX

2002

Acura

MDX

1999

Honda

Odyssey

2000

Honda

Odyssey

2001

Honda

Odyssey

2002

Honda

Odyssey

2003

Honda

Odyssey

2004

Honda

Odyssey

2003

Honda

Pilot

2004

Honda

Pilot

2005

Honda

Pilot

2006

Honda

Pilot

2007

Honda

Pilot

2008

Honda

Pilot

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the compatibility table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is 344353.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the fitment table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the fitment table before ordering.

### Common Searches

-   Shock Absorber for Acura MDX
-   344353 fitment
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-   2001–2002 Acura MDX Shock Absorber
-   KYB 344353 replacement

## Details

- **Price:** 116.78 CAD
- **Vendor:** KYB
- **Type:** Shock Absorber
- **Tags:** 1999–2004 Honda Odyssey, 2001–2002 Acura MDX, 2003–2008 Honda Pilot, 344353, Gas Charged, KYB, OE Replacement, Shock Absorber, Suspension

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 116.78 CAD | In stock |

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> Source: [Standard Auto Part](https://www.standardautopart.com/products/kyb-shock-absorber-344353)
> Updated: 2026-07-06