FCS 84540 Hood Lift Support

BMW Hood Lift Support for Steel Hood

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 84540 hood lift support. Built for steel hood applications, this gas-charged support helps hold the hood open and provides smoother opening and closing action on select BMW 7 Series models.

• Compressed length: 8.31 in.
• Extended length: 12.8 in.
• Stroke length: 4.49 in.
• Fits steel hood applications on select BMW 740i, 740iL, and 750iL models
• FCS 84540 for direct-fit hood support replacement

Fitment Details

• Fits 1995 BMW 740i, N/A, Steel Hood; FCS
• Fits 1997-2001 BMW 740i, N/A, Steel Hood; FCS
• Fits 1995-2001 BMW 740iL, N/A, Steel Hood; FCS
• Fits 1995-2001 BMW 750iL, N/A, Steel Hood; FCS

Product Overview

The FCS 84540 is a hood lift support specified for BMW 740i, 740iL, and 750iL vehicles with a steel hood. Its compressed length of 8.31 inches, extended length of 12.8 inches, and 4.49-inch stroke length define the support travel needed for proper hood operation. If you are replacing a worn hood strut on a 1995-2001 BMW 740iL or a 1995-2001 BMW 750iL, this part number provides a fitment-specific solution. The FCS 84540 also applies to 1995 and 1997-2001 BMW 740i models with the same steel hood configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that will not stay open
• Weak or slow hood lift action
• Drooping hood during service access
• Uneven hood support on steel hood applications
• Worn gas strut performance from age and use

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hood style and vehicle application before installation. Match the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to the original support to confirm proper operation. For best results, inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before replacing the support. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

FCS supplies this hood lift support as a fitment-specific replacement for the listed BMW applications. Part number 84540 is cataloged for direct application matching on the supported 7 Series models.