{"product_id":"kyb-3440214-excel-g-rear-shock-toyota-corolla-cross","title":"KYB 2022+ Toyota Corolla Cross AWD Excel-G Gas Shock - Rear","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOE Spec Rear Ride Control For Your Corolla Cross\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KYB Excel-G rear shock absorber is engineered to OE specifications, giving Toyota Corolla Cross AWD owners a dependable factory feel replacement for worn rear shocks. KYB3440214 restores consistent ride comfort and handling without altering ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3440214 uses OE spec valving for a factory ride feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas charged design reduces fade during extended driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement, no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKYB3440214 maintains factory ride height and handling characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin tube design built to KYB manufacturing tolerances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered specifically for the AWD platform's rear suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment Table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2022-2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorolla Cross\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3440214\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKYB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcel-G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas charged twin tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly listed by manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne KYB3440214 Excel-G rear shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout KYB\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKYB has manufactured shocks and struts for original equipment and aftermarket applications for decades, supplying ride control components trusted by car owners across North America. The Excel-G line matches OE specifications to deliver a reliable factory feel replacement for daily driven vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KYB3440214?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KYB3440214 is an Excel-G rear shock absorber built for the Toyota Corolla Cross AWD. It uses OE spec valving in a gas charged twin tube design to restore factory ride comfort without altering ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit a front wheel drive Corolla Cross?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, this shock is built specifically for the AWD rear suspension setup and won't fit front wheel drive models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShould I replace both rear shocks at the same time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's sold individually, but replacing both sides together is recommended so damping stays even side to side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it's a direct bolt-on replacement that installs with standard hand tools at the factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this raise or lower my vehicle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it's designed to maintain factory ride height and handling characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it's covered by KYB's standard limited warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any special tools for this install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, standard hand tools are sufficient for removing and installing the shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a noticeable break-in period?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo formal break-in is needed, though it may feel slightly firm for the first few miles as it settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise the rear of the vehicle and support it on jack stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the rear wheel for clearance to the shock mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the upper and lower shock mounting bolts to free the factory shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the KYB3440214 in place and install the lower mounting bolt first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the upper mount and torque all fasteners to factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the wheel and repeat on the opposite side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"KYB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46138382975055,"sku":"KYB3440214","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/kyb3440214-hero.webp?v=1784725663","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/kyb-3440214-excel-g-rear-shock-toyota-corolla-cross","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}