FCS 84023 Hood Lift Support - Front

BMW Hood Lift Support for Front Hood Service

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 84023 hood lift support. This front hood support is built for select BMW applications and is sized for the specified compressed, extended, and stroke measurements to match the original support geometry.

• Front hood lift support for select BMW 7 Series applications
• Compressed length: 6.02 in.
• Extended length: 9.92 in.
• Stroke length: 3.9 in.
• Direct fit for front hood service on listed vehicles
• FCS 84023 for OE-style hood support replacement

Fitment Details

• Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740i, front
• Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740iL, front
• Fits 1988-1994 BMW 750iL, front
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735i, front
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, front

Product Overview

The FCS 84023 is a hood lift support for front-mounted BMW hood applications. Its compressed length of 6.02 inches, extended length of 9.92 inches, and 3.9-inch stroke help define the operating range needed for proper hood opening and closing on the listed BMW 740i, 740iL, 750iL, 735i, and 735iL models. If you are replacing a worn front hood strut on a 1988-1994 BMW 7 Series vehicle, this part number provides a focused fitment match.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Hood that drops after being opened
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Hood that no longer stays raised during service
• Reduced lift assistance from a worn gas strut
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay safely

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front position before installation. Compare the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke to confirm the replacement matches the original mounting and travel range. For best results, replace a worn hood support when the hood no longer holds position or requires extra effort to open.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84023 is cataloged for the listed BMW front hood applications and built to match the specified dimensional requirements for fitment-focused replacement.