FCS 84417 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Classic GM Applications

FCS 84417 is a hood lift support built for select 1979-1985 Buick, Cadillac, and Oldsmobile vehicles. It is sized for the listed applications with a compressed length of 7.6 inches, an extended length of 12.52 inches, and a 4.92-inch stroke for controlled hood movement.

Use FCS 84417 when you need a direct-fit hood lift support for classic GM body applications, including Buick Riviera, Cadillac Eldorado, Cadillac Seville, and Oldsmobile Toronado models listed below.

Key Features

• Part number: 84417
• Compressed length: 7.6 inches
• Extended length: 12.52 inches
• Stroke length: 4.92 inches
• Fits select 1979-1985 Buick Riviera, Cadillac Eldorado, Cadillac Seville, and Oldsmobile Toronado applications
• Position: N/A

Fitment Details

• Fits 1979-1985 Buick Riviera, N/A
• Fits 1979-1985 Cadillac Eldorado, N/A
• Fits 1980-1985 Cadillac Seville, N/A
• Fits 1979-1985 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A; exc. aluminum hood

Product Description

This FCS hood lift support is specified for the hood support geometry used on the listed vehicles. The 7.6-inch compressed length and 12.52-inch extended length help match the hood travel required for these classic Buick, Cadillac, and Oldsmobile platforms, while the 4.92-inch stroke provides the movement range needed for opening and holding the hood in place. Part number 84417 is a practical replacement choice when servicing the hood support on a 1979-1985 Buick Riviera, 1979-1985 Cadillac Eldorado, 1980-1985 Cadillac Seville, or 1979-1985 Oldsmobile Toronado.

FCS is the brand line identified for this part, and 84417 is cataloged for the body/hood category as a hood lift support. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Hood that will not stay open
• Weak or slow hood lift action
• Hood dropping during service access
• Loss of support pressure in aging gas struts
• Uneven hood movement on the listed GM models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and hood style before ordering, especially for the Oldsmobile Toronado note excluding aluminum hood applications. Compare the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to the original support before installation. Confirm the mounting points and orientation match the existing hood support on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84417 is cataloged as a replacement hood lift support for the specified fitments and dimensions. Review the vehicle listing carefully to confirm application coverage before installation.