FCS 86244 Hatch Lift Support - Rear

Rear Gas Strut for Toyota Prius Applications

The FCS 86244 is a rear gas strut built for specific Toyota Prius and Prius Plug-In fitments. It is specified with an 11.18-inch compressed length, 19.37-inch extended length, and 8.19-inch stroke length for the listed rear applications.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 86244
• Rear application for select Toyota Prius models
• Rear application for select Toyota Prius Plug-In models
• Compressed length: 11.18 inches
• Extended length: 19.37 inches
• Stroke length: 8.19 inches

Product Details

FCS 86244 is a rear gas strut for 2010-2011 Toyota Prius, rear, and 2012 Toyota Prius and 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In, rear, to 04/2012. The length and stroke specifications are important for matching the original rear lift support geometry and travel range on the vehicle. If you are searching for a rear strut for Toyota Prius or a rear gas strut for Toyota Prius Plug-In to 04/2012, this part number is the listed application.

FCS is the brand line identified for this part, and 86244 is the catalog reference used to match the correct rear fitment. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Rear lift support no longer holds position
• Slow or weak rear hatch movement
• Uneven or inconsistent rear opening action
• Loss of proper rear strut travel
• Noise or reduced support from the rear gas strut

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, model, rear position, and the 04/2012 cutoff before ordering. Compare the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original part to confirm correct rear fitment on the Toyota Prius or Prius Plug-In. Use the vehicle’s existing mounting points and follow the service procedure for rear strut replacement.

Quality Assurance

FCS 86244 is cataloged with defined dimensional specifications and vehicle-specific rear fitment data for accurate replacement selection.