FCS 84368 Hood Lift Support

FCS Hood Lift Support for Taurus, Sable, Mariner, Montego

FCS 84368 is a hood lift support built for direct-fit replacement on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. With a compressed length of 13.15 inches, an extended length of 22.72 inches, and a 9.57-inch stroke, it is sized to provide the hood support travel needed for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 84368
• Compressed length: 13.15 in.
• Extended length: 22.72 in.
• Stroke length: 9.57 in.
• Body > Hood replacement part
• Compatible with select Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Montego applications

Fitment Details

• Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, N/A
• Fits 2000-2005 Mercury Sable, N/A
• Fits 2007 Ford Taurus, N/A, to 04/30/2007
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, N/A
• Fits 2007 Mercury Montego, N/A
• Fits 2000-2006 Ford Taurus, N/A

Product Description

This hood lift support is specified for vehicles that use the listed length and stroke dimensions, helping restore controlled hood movement on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models, along with select Mercury Mariner and Mercury Montego applications. FCS 84368 is a practical replacement choice when the original support no longer holds the hood in the raised position or loses consistent lift assistance. This part number, FCS 84368, is listed for the exact year and model combinations shown above.

Common Issues It Can Address

• Hood drops after being raised
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Hood that no longer stays open securely
• Reduced lift assistance from a worn gas strut
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay on the listed Ford and Mercury vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and the 04/30/2007 cutoff for the 2007 Ford Taurus before ordering. Match the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to the original support for proper fitment. Confirm the mounting points and hood support orientation against the existing part before installation.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84368 is cataloged as a hood lift support for the exact applications listed in the fitment data. FCS is the brand line shown for this part, and the dimensional specifications provide the key reference points for selecting the correct replacement.