FCS 84439 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable

Restore controlled hood movement with this FCS hood lift support, part number 84439. It is built for 1986-1995 Ford Taurus and 1986-1995 Mercury Sable applications, with dimensions matched to the original support geometry for proper hood opening and holding action.

Key Features

• Compressed length: 12.72 in.
• Extended length: 19.61 in.
• Stroke length: 6.89 in.
• Direct-fit hood lift support for body and hood service
• Fits 1986-1995 Ford Taurus and 1986-1995 Mercury Sable
• FCS part number 84439 for application-specific lookup

Detailed Description

The FCS 84439 hood lift support is specified for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models from 1986 through 1995. Its compressed length, extended length, and stroke length are the key measurements that determine hood travel and support position, making these dimensions important when replacing a worn or weak lift support. If your hood no longer stays open securely or drops too quickly, this replacement support restores the intended opening and holding range for the vehicle.

FCS BrandLine products are application-focused replacement components for body hardware service. For shoppers searching for a hood lift support for 1986-1995 Ford Taurus or a hood strut for 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, part number 84439 provides a direct reference for fitment lookup and catalog matching.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that will not stay open
• Hood that drops too fast when raised
• Weak or worn gas support performance
• Inconsistent hood opening height
• Noise or binding during hood movement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm vehicle year and model match the listed fitment for your Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable. Inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before replacing the support, and compare the old unit’s orientation and mounting style to the new part.

Quality Assurance

This FCS hood lift support is cataloged for the listed vehicle applications and identified by part number 84439. Fitment data includes 1986-1995 Ford Taurus and 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, with a total of 20 expanded vehicle applications.