FCS 84542 Hood Lift Support

FCS Hood Lift Support for Camaro

The FCS 84542 hood lift support is built for 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro applications and is sized for direct hood support service. With a compressed length of 13.5 inches, an extended length of 23.07 inches, and a 9.57-inch stroke, it matches the travel needed to help hold the hood in the open position.

FCS 84542 is a practical replacement for a worn or weak hood strut on a Chevrolet Camaro. The FCS line focuses on application-specific body support components, and this part number is listed for Camaro fitment across the 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002 model years.

Key Features

• Hood lift support for 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro
• Compressed length: 13.5 inches
• Extended length: 23.07 inches
• Stroke length: 9.57 inches
• Direct-fit body support component for hood positioning
• Part number: FCS 84542

Detailed Description

This hood lift support is specified for the Chevrolet Camaro and uses the listed compressed, extended, and stroke dimensions to match the hood opening range for the application. When the original support loses pressure or no longer holds the hood securely, FCS 84542 restores controlled hood movement and stable open-position support. This part number, 84542, is the reference to use when matching the correct hood lift support for 1998-2002 Camaro service.

What It Helps Solve

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay
• Worn gas strut performance on a Camaro hood
• Replacement needs for a failed hood lift support

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and compare the mounting points and hood travel to the removed part. For best results, replace a support that no longer holds pressure with the hood fully secured during service.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84542 is cataloged for direct application use on the Chevrolet Camaro platform. The FCS brand line identifies this as a body support component built to match the listed fitment and dimensional specifications.