FCS 84826 Hatch Lift Support - Right

FCS 84826 Rear Right Suspension Gas Strut

FCS 84826 is a rear right gas strut built for specific compact hatchback applications. It uses a 14.25-inch compressed length, 24.21-inch extended length, and 9.96-inch stroke length to match the required travel for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 84826
• Compressed length: 14.25 inches
• Extended length: 24.21 inches
• Stroke length: 9.96 inches
• Fits rear right applications on select Geo, Pontiac, and Suzuki models
• OE-style replacement for vehicles requiring the listed dimensions

Fitment Details

• Fits 1989-1994 Geo Metro, right.
• Fits 1994 Pontiac Firefly, right.
• Fits 1990-1991 Pontiac Firefly, right.
• Fits 1989-1994 Suzuki Swift, right.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear hatch or liftgate support that no longer holds position
• Slow or weak opening action caused by worn gas strut pressure
• Inconsistent rear lift support on the right side
• Loss of controlled movement when raising or lowering the rear panel

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original part before installation. Confirm right-side placement and match the vehicle application exactly for 1989-1994 Geo Metro, 1990-1991 and 1994 Pontiac Firefly, and 1989-1994 Suzuki Swift. Inspect mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear before replacing the strut.

Quality Assurance

FCS 84826 is cataloged for direct application matching on the listed vehicles, with dimensions provided to support accurate replacement selection. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.