Kizashi OE and KYB Strut and Shock Part Numbers.
Posted: Thu Sep 03, 2015 7:00 pm
The topic of replacement shocks, especially for the rear, is a hot topic. The Kizashi has an issue with premature rear shock failure due to a faulty rear bump stop design.
See thread on that here:
http://kizashiclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=3186
While Suzuki issued a Technical Service Bulletin on the matter, apparently the issue is only fixed by Suzuki if the vehicle is under warranty. Given most Kizashis now are out of the bumper-to-bumper warranty, many folks are looking to replace the shocks on their own to avoid the high dealer parts costs. However, there is quite some confusion regarding the Kizashi's struts and shocks with Suzuki part numbers and aftermarket KYB shocks. This guide is intended to provide specific part numbers.
First, Suzuki has different part numbers for both the front struts and the rear shocks based on the Kizashi vs. Kizashi Sport (henceforth referred to "Non-Sport" and "Sport" models, respectively). The Kizashi Sport debuted in model year 2011 and all GTS and SLS trim models are Kizashi Sports since 2011. However, all 2010 models are non-Sport models. The 2010 GTS and SLS use the same struts and shocks as lower trim models.
Here is the part number listing from an Original Equipment parts site referencing Suzuki part numbers:
Non-Sport Kizashi (All 2010 models)
Front, Right, Manual Trans. Strut 4160157L01
Front, Left, Manual Trans. Strut 4160257L01
Front, Right, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160157L11
Front, Left, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160257L11
Rear Shock for both sides/both trans. 4181057L00
Kizashi Sport (All GTS and SLS 2011 and up)
Front, Right, Manual Trans. Strut 4160157LA1
Front, Left, Manual Trans. Strut 4160257LA1
Front, Right, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160157LB1
Front, Left, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160257LB1
Rear Shock for both sides/both trans. 4181057L50
Note: FWD vs. AWD makes no difference in the part numbers for the struts and shocks.
KYB is the OEM of the Kizashi's struts and shocks. All models have their struts and shocks made by KYB. However, KYB does not apparently differentiate their part numbers despite factors like Sport vs. Non-Sport or auto vs. manual.
Here are KYB part numbers for the Kizashi's replacement shocks:
KYB
Front, Right, All Kizashis Strut 339265
Front, Left, All Kizashis Strut 339266
Rear Shock for both sides, All 349141
As of this writing, it has not been confirmed whether these KYB shocks are valid replacement parts for all Kizashis. Despite the claim by KYB in parts cross-reference lists, their aftermarket struts and shocks are believed to only be replacements for the non-Sport Kizashis until verification.
It is also currently unknown whether the different OE Suzuki part numbers between Sport and non-Sport and MT vs. AT struts and shocks do in fact represent physically different components.
See thread on that here:
http://kizashiclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=3186
While Suzuki issued a Technical Service Bulletin on the matter, apparently the issue is only fixed by Suzuki if the vehicle is under warranty. Given most Kizashis now are out of the bumper-to-bumper warranty, many folks are looking to replace the shocks on their own to avoid the high dealer parts costs. However, there is quite some confusion regarding the Kizashi's struts and shocks with Suzuki part numbers and aftermarket KYB shocks. This guide is intended to provide specific part numbers.
First, Suzuki has different part numbers for both the front struts and the rear shocks based on the Kizashi vs. Kizashi Sport (henceforth referred to "Non-Sport" and "Sport" models, respectively). The Kizashi Sport debuted in model year 2011 and all GTS and SLS trim models are Kizashi Sports since 2011. However, all 2010 models are non-Sport models. The 2010 GTS and SLS use the same struts and shocks as lower trim models.
Here is the part number listing from an Original Equipment parts site referencing Suzuki part numbers:
Non-Sport Kizashi (All 2010 models)
Front, Right, Manual Trans. Strut 4160157L01
Front, Left, Manual Trans. Strut 4160257L01
Front, Right, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160157L11
Front, Left, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160257L11
Rear Shock for both sides/both trans. 4181057L00
Kizashi Sport (All GTS and SLS 2011 and up)
Front, Right, Manual Trans. Strut 4160157LA1
Front, Left, Manual Trans. Strut 4160257LA1
Front, Right, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160157LB1
Front, Left, Automatic Trans. Strut 4160257LB1
Rear Shock for both sides/both trans. 4181057L50
Note: FWD vs. AWD makes no difference in the part numbers for the struts and shocks.
KYB is the OEM of the Kizashi's struts and shocks. All models have their struts and shocks made by KYB. However, KYB does not apparently differentiate their part numbers despite factors like Sport vs. Non-Sport or auto vs. manual.
Here are KYB part numbers for the Kizashi's replacement shocks:
KYB
Front, Right, All Kizashis Strut 339265
Front, Left, All Kizashis Strut 339266
Rear Shock for both sides, All 349141
As of this writing, it has not been confirmed whether these KYB shocks are valid replacement parts for all Kizashis. Despite the claim by KYB in parts cross-reference lists, their aftermarket struts and shocks are believed to only be replacements for the non-Sport Kizashis until verification.
It is also currently unknown whether the different OE Suzuki part numbers between Sport and non-Sport and MT vs. AT struts and shocks do in fact represent physically different components.