FCS 84115 Hood Lift Support - Front

FCS Hood Lift Support for BMW E46 Front Hood

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 84115 hood lift support. Built for front hood applications, this gas strut is sized for the specified BMW fitments and helps maintain steady support during opening and closing. It is a direct replacement option for BMW 323Ci, 323i, 328Ci, 328i, 325Ci, 330Ci, 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi front hood service.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 84115
• Compressed length: 7.76 in.
• Extended length: 12.44 in.
• Stroke length: 4.69 in.
• Front hood lift support for BMW applications
• OE-style replacement for consistent hood positioning

Detailed Description

The FCS 84115 hood lift support is built around the specified compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to match the hood travel required for the listed BMW models. For BMW 325Ci and BMW 330Ci front hood service, as well as BMW 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi applications, this support provides the lift range needed for smooth hood operation. It also fits BMW 323Ci, 323i, 328Ci, and 328i front hood positions. The FCS brand line focuses on replacement suspension and support components, and this hood lift support follows that same service-part approach for front-end body repair.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that drops too quickly when opened
• Weak hood support that no longer holds position
• Uneven or inconsistent hood lift effort
• Front hood service issues on aging BMW E46 models
• Replacement needs after gas strut pressure loss

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm front position fitment for the exact BMW model and year, including 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci and 330Ci, 2001-2005 BMW 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi, plus 1999-2000 BMW 323i, 328i, 2000 BMW 323Ci, and 328Ci. Inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding brackets for wear before replacing the support.

Quality Assurance

FCS replacement parts are built for application-specific fitment and dimensional matching. Part number 84115 is listed for the confirmed BMW front hood applications shown above.