FACTS

  • KYB is Original Equipment Manufacturer(OEM) for 1 of all 4 cars produced in the world.
  • Proven quality of products by being the world’s largest supplier of shock absorbers to vehicle manufacturers.

FEATURES

  • The shock absorber is the main element of suspension
    • Link between the wheel and chassis
    • Function – to always keep the vehicles’ tyres in contact with the road, ensuring safety and comfort for all passengers.

WHY

REPLACE SHOCK ABSORBERS

  • New KYB shock absorbers can:
    • Reduce braking distances
    • Increase road holding
    • Maintain comfort
    • Limit tyre wear
    • Reduce deterioration of other suspension components

WHEN

TO REPLACE SHOCK ABSORBERS

  • KYB recommends replacing shock absorbers every 80,000 kilometers or every 4 years, but also when you notice one of the following symptoms;
    • Excessive bounce on bad roads
    • Excessive body roll
    • Vehicle nose dives while braking
    • Vehicle veers in a side wind
    • Steering wheel vibration
    • Unusual tyre wear occurs
  • New SR Special shock absorbers are newly developed based on motorsports technologies, mainly for use in Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) models.
    • Improved damping force
    • Offers greater durability than any other type of suspension