FCS 84541 Hood Lift Support

BMW Hood Lift Support for 1997-2003 Applications

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 84541 hood lift support. This gas-charged support is built around a 7.48-inch compressed length, 13.15-inch extended length, and 5.67-inch stroke length to match the hood travel required on select BMW models.

Compatible With 1997-2003 BMW 528i, 1997-2003 BMW 540i, 2001-2003 BMW 525i, 2001-2003 BMW 530i, and 2000-2003 BMW M5 applications, this FCS hood lift support helps maintain consistent hood opening and closing action. The FCS brand line focuses on direct-fit replacement support components for body and hood service.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 84541
• Compressed length: 7.48 in.
• Extended length: 13.15 in.
• Stroke length: 5.67 in.
• Direct-fit hood lift support for select BMW body applications
• Fits 1997-2003 BMW 528i, 1997-2003 BMW 540i, 2001-2003 BMW 525i, 2001-2003 BMW 530i, and 2000-2003 BMW M5

Detailed Description

The FCS 84541 is a hood lift support for BMW hood service where controlled lift and hold performance matter. Its compressed, extended, and stroke dimensions define the operating range needed for proper hood movement, making it a practical replacement when the original support no longer maintains pressure. If you are searching for a BMW 525i hood lift support, BMW 530i hood support, or BMW 540i hood strut replacement, this part number provides a fitment-specific solution. The FCS 84541 also serves 1997-2003 BMW 528i and 2000-2003 BMW M5 applications.

What It Helps Solve

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood lift assistance
• Hard-to-manage hood opening and closing
• Loss of support from a worn gas strut
• Service issues caused by unstable hood positioning

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and hood support length before installation. Compare the existing support’s compressed and extended measurements to FCS 84541 to confirm the correct operating range. Replace worn hood supports in pairs when the opposite side shows similar wear, and support the hood securely during service.

Quality Assurance

FCS supplies replacement support components for body and hood applications, with dimensions listed to help confirm fitment before installation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.