2004 Saturn Ion Suspension Strut - Front Right KYB

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Gas Strut

Features:
KYB recommended OEM replacement strut
The KYB Excel-G helps restore the designed control and handling of your Saturn Ion
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
Made in USA
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
To reduce the chance of noise and vibration KYB recommends installing new strut mounts, part number: SM5483
Protect your new struts from dirt, debris and salt with a KYB Strut Boot, part number: SB101

Recommended OEM Replacement

Excel-G

This Part Fits the Following OEM/Substitute Numbers:

22707166, 72203, G56809

Best Price:

$127.67 USD $153.20 USD

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Brand	KYB
Part #	333461
Condition	New
Warehouse	A
Position	Front Right
UPC	781552568261

Ion KYB Suspension Strut 2004 Saturn

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Additional Fitment Information:

Vehicle	Sub Model	Position
2004 Saturn Ion	3	Front Right

Description Specifications Reviews (61)

Gas Strut
Recommended OEM Replacement
Excel-G

KYB Corporation
KYB Corporation is one of the world's largest OE manufacturers of strut inserts and shock absorbers.

KYB AGX Adjustable Strut Assembly

The KYB AGX manually adjustable shocks are perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers, providing the ability to easily tune performance to match driving preferences.

Allows drivers to tune performance to match driving preferences

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Externally adjustable without lifting the vehicle or removing the tires
Offers a wide range of damping rates from street to strip
Perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers
Available for select domestic and import cars
Has adjustment knob or slot depending on the application

The KYB AGX shocks are externally adjustable without lifting the vehicle or removing the tires.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shocks, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Electronically Controlled Strut Assembly

The KYB electronically controlled shock absorber will restore the vehicle’s original control and handling capabilities, guaranteeing the same fit, performance and durability of the OE it replaces.

OEM Quality
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shocks, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Assembly

The KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Assembly is engineered to significantly increase vehicle stability, handling and performance.

Significantly increases vehicle stability, handling, and control over twin-tube designs.

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Gas-a-Just is the replacement for an OE monotube shock.
Ideal as an upgrade from an OE twin-tube.
The more responsive monotube design automatically adjusts to driving conditions.
Applications for cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs.

The KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Assembly is a more responsive mono-tube design that automatically adjusts to driving conditions and is an ideal upgrade from an OE twin-tube design.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shocks, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB GR2 Absorber

The KYB GR2 OE-equivalent direct fit Strut Assembly is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The GR2 Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

KYB Excel-G Strut Assembly

The KYB Excel-G OE-equivalent direct fit Strut Assembly is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The Excel-G Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

The KYB Excel-G is identical to the GR2 except for the product name and paint color.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shocks, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB MonoMax Strut Assembly

The KYB MonoMax performance direct fit shock absorber is designed for light trucks, vans, and SUVs, including some lifted and lowered vehicles.

Maximum control for trucks and SUVs – stronger, more durable truck shock

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
The right choice for hauling, towing, or plowing
The best performer on harsh road conditions
Perfect for diesel trucks
Applications for light trucks, vans, and SUVs, including some lifted and lowered vehicles

The KYB MonoMax is a stronger, more durable heavy duty truck shock that is engineered for harsh road conditions as well as heavy hauling, towing, or plowing.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shocks, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Self Leveling Strut Assembly

The KYB self leveling Strut Assemblys automatically adjust suspension balance and height to keep the vehicle level in all driving conditions. Just like the OE shocks, self-leveling shocks from KYB include the pump, sensor, regulator, and reservoir inside of the sealed unit.

OEM Quality.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB Strut Plus Strut Assembly

The KYB Strut Plus is designed for vehicles with high registrations or a history of spring fatigue. The KYB Strut Plus comes complete ready to install.

OE-Equivalent.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Ready to install
No spring compressor required.

What's Included:

KYB Excel-G Strut
KYB Coil Spring
Bearing Plate
Boot Kit & Bumper
Spring Seat & Isolators

KYB AGX Adjustable Strut Insert

The KYB AGX manually adjustable shocks are perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers, providing the ability to easily tune performance to match driving preferences.

Allows drivers to tune performance to match driving preferences

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Externally adjustable without lifting the vehicle or removing the tires
Offers a wide range of damping rates from street to strip
Perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers
Available for select domestic and import cars
Has adjustment knob or slot depending on the application

KYB Electronically Controlled Strut Insert

The KYB electronically controlled insert will restore the vehicle’s original control and handling capabilities, guaranteeing the same fit, performance and durability of the OE it replaces.

OEM Quality
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Strut Inserts, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Insert

The KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Insert is engineered to significantly increase vehicle stability, handling and performance.

Significantly increases vehicle stability, handling, and control over twin-tube designs.

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Gas-a-Just is the replacement for an OE monotube shock.
Ideal as an upgrade from an OE twin-tube.
The more responsive monotube design automatically adjusts to driving conditions.
Applications for cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs.

The KYB Gas-a-Just Strut Insert is a more responsive mono-tube design that automatically adjusts to driving conditions and is an ideal upgrade from an OE twin-tube design.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Strut Inserts, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB GR2 Absorber

The KYB GR2 OE-equivalent direct fit Strut Insert is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The GR2 Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

KYB Excel-G Strut Insert

The KYB Excel-G OE-equivalent direct fit Strut Insert is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The Excel-G Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

The KYB Excel-G is identical to the GR2 except for the product name and paint color.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Strut Inserts, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Self Leveling Strut Insert

The KYB self leveling Strut Inserts automatically adjust suspension balance and height to keep the vehicle level in all driving conditions. Just like the OE shocks, self-leveling shocks from KYB include the pump, sensor, regulator, and reservoir inside of the sealed unit.

OEM Quality.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB Strut Plus - Strut Insert

The KYB Strut Plus is designed for vehicles with high registrations or a history of spring fatigue. The KYB Strut Plus comes complete ready to install.>

OE-Equivalent.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Ready to install
No spring compressor required.

What's Included:

KYB Excel-G Strut
KYB Coil Spring
Bearing Plate
Boot Kit & Bumper
Spring Seat & Isolators

KYB Strut Mount

The KYB strut mount is OE Quality and is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and is designed to reduce road noise and vibration.

OE-Equivalent and direct fit application
Reduces squeaks, rattles, and vibration noise
Pivot for the steering mechanism, providing a smooth steering response
Resistant to oil and other contaminants
Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Installation Note: It is reccommended that the strut mounts should be replaced anytime the shocks or struts are removed.

WARRANTY INFORMATION: 12 month - 12,000 mile limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship.

KYB AGX Adjustable Shock Absorber

The KYB AGX manually adjustable shock absorbers are perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers, providing the ability to easily tune performance to match driving preferences.

Allows drivers to tune performance to match driving preferences

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Externally adjustable without lifting the vehicle or removing the tires
Offers a wide range of damping rates from street to strip
Perfect for high performance and sport compact drivers
Available for select domestic and import cars
Has adjustment knob or slot depending on the application

The KYB AGX shocks are externally adjustable without lifting the vehicle or removing the tires.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shock Absorbers, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Electronically Controlled Shock Absorber

The KYB electronically controlled shock absorber will restore the vehicle’s original control and handling capabilities, guaranteeing the same fit, performance and durability of the OE it replaces.

OEM Quality
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shock Absorbers, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Gas-a-Just Shock Absorber

The KYB Gas-a-Just shock absorber is engineered to significantly increase vehicle stability, handling and performance.

Significantly increases vehicle stability, handling, and control over twin-tube designs.

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Gas-a-Just is the replacement for an OE monotube shock.
Ideal as an upgrade from an OE twin-tube.
The more responsive monotube design automatically adjusts to driving conditions.
Applications for cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs.

The KYB Gas-a-Just shock absorber is a more responsive mono-tube design that automatically adjusts to driving conditions and is an ideal upgrade from an OE twin-tube design.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shock Absorbers, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB GR2 Shock Absorber

The KYB GR2 OE-equivalent direct fit shock absorber is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The GR2 Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

KYB Excel-G Shock Absorber

The KYB Excel-G OE-equivalent direct fit shock absorber is engineered to restore the vehicle’s originally designed handling and control. The Excel-G Shocks are calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions and is a great choice to restore OE performance and original driving conditions.

Restores a vehicle’s originally designed handling and control

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
Calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions
Components and valving are designed specifically for each application
The best choice to restore OE performance and normal driving conditions
Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE
Coverage for domestic and import cars, trucks, vans, minivans, and SUVs

The KYB Excel-G is identical to the GR2 except for the product name and paint color.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shock Absorbers, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB MonoMax Shock Absorber

The KYB MonoMax performance direct fit shock absorbe is designed for light trucks, vans, and SUVs, including some lifted and lowered vehicles.

Maximum control for trucks and SUVs – stronger, more durable truck shock

Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.
The right choice for hauling, towing, or plowing
The best performer on harsh road conditions
Perfect for diesel trucks
Applications for light trucks, vans, and SUVs, including some lifted and lowered vehicles

The KYB MonoMax is a stronger, more durable heavy duty truck shock that is engineered for harsh road conditions as well as heavy hauling, towing, or plowing.

KYB LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: KYB America LLC (“KYB”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that all KYB Shock Absorbers, Struts and Strut Cartridges (Except KYB Strut-Plus™, Electronic and Self-Leveling Units) purchased from an authorized KYB dealer shall be free from defects when used on private passenger cars and light trucks for personal use under normal operating conditions

KYB Self Leveling Shock Absorber

The KYB self leveling shock absorbers automatically adjust suspension balance and height to keep the vehicle level in all driving conditions. Just like the OE shocks, self-leveling shocks from KYB include the pump, sensor, regulator, and reservoir inside of the sealed unit.

OEM Quality.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Supplied with required bushings and hardware.

KYB Strut Plus Shock Absorber

The KYB Strut Plus is designed for vehicles with high registrations or a history of spring fatigue. The KYB Strut Plus comes complete ready to install.

OE-Equivalent.
Direct fit application for ease of installation.
Ready to install
No spring compressor required.

What's Included:

KYB Excel-G Strut
KYB Coil Spring
Bearing Plate
Boot Kit & Bumper
Spring Seat & Isolators

Replacement & Maintenance Guide

Helpful replacement and maintenance guidance for Suspension Strut.

System	Suspension
Description / What It Does	A strut assembly combines a shock absorber with structural suspension support and may include the spring, mount, and bearing. Worn struts affect ride control, steering feel, braking stability, and tire wear.
Replace / Inspect Guidance	Inspect every 12,000 miles; replace around 50,000–80,000 miles or sooner if leaking, noisy, bouncing, or if mounts/bearings are worn.
Job Difficulty	Moderate to Advanced DIY
Maintenance Tips	Replace in pairs, use complete assemblies when practical, check mounts/bearings, and align the vehicle after replacement.

General

Compressed Length

10.11

Dust Cover Included

Extended Length

17.2

Includes Bump Stop

Internal Rebound Bumper

Internal Rebound Spring

Stroke Length

7.09

Information on technical characteristics, the delivery set, the country of manufacture and the appearance of the goods is for reference only and is based on the latest information available at the time of publication.