FCS 84544 Hood Lift Support

BMW Hood Lift Support for 1991-1999

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 84544 hood lift support. This gas-charged support is sized for the specified BMW hood application and uses a 7.48 in compressed length, 13.07 in extended length, and 5.59 in stroke length to match the required lift range.

Compatible with BMW 850i, 850CSi, 840Ci, and 850Ci models across the listed years, FCS 84544 is a direct-fit hood lift support for drivers searching for a BMW 850Ci hood strut replacement or a hood support for BMW 840Ci and 850i applications.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 84544
• Hood lift support for the Body > Hood category
• Compressed length: 7.48 in
• Extended length: 13.07 in
• Stroke length: 5.59 in
• Fits BMW 850i, 850CSi, 840Ci, and 850Ci applications listed below

Detailed Description

FCS 84544 is built for hood support service on select BMW coupe applications where the original lift support no longer holds the hood in the raised position. The measured compressed, extended, and stroke dimensions are the key specifications for matching the correct hood strut geometry and lift travel. For buyers comparing BMW hood lift support part number 84544, these dimensions help confirm the proper replacement for the listed 8 Series models.

FCS is the brand line identified for this hood lift support, and the part is cataloged for direct application use on the specified BMW vehicles. Search terms such as BMW 850Ci hood strut, BMW 840Ci hood support, and BMW 850i hood lift support all point to the same type of service part when the vehicle year and model match the fitment data.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1993-1999 BMW 850Ci, N/A
• Fits 1994-1997 BMW 840Ci, N/A
• Fits 1994-1995 BMW 850CSi, N/A
• Fits 1991-1992 BMW 850i, N/A

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Hood drops after being opened
• Weak or failed hood support pressure
• Inconsistent hood hold-open height
• Need for a replacement BMW hood strut on the listed 8 Series models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against FCS 84544 before installation. Confirm vehicle year and model exactly against the fitment list for BMW 850i, 850CSi, 840Ci, and 850Ci applications. Inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding brackets for wear or damage before replacing the support.

Quality Assurance

FCS catalogs this hood lift support with application-specific dimensions for the listed BMW vehicles. Use the part number 84544 and the measured length specifications to confirm the correct replacement before service.