FCS 86319 Hood Lift Support

FCS Hood Lift Support for Mercedes-Benz

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 86319 hood lift support. This gas-charged support is built to match the specified compressed length of 6.61 inches, extended length of 9.13 inches, and 2.52 inches of stroke for proper hood assist on select Mercedes-Benz applications.

Compatible with Mercedes-Benz GL450, ML500, ML350, ML320, ML55 AMG, and ML430 applications, FCS 86319 is a direct-fit hood support solution for vehicles that need consistent opening and holding performance. The FCS line focuses on application-specific replacement parts for body and hood service.

Key Features

• Part number: FCS 86319
• Hood lift support for body and hood service
• Compressed length: 6.61 inches
• Extended length: 9.13 inches
• Stroke length: 2.52 inches
• Fits select Mercedes-Benz GL450, ML500, ML350, ML320, ML55 AMG, and ML430 models

Detailed Description

FCS 86319 is a hood lift support engineered for Mercedes-Benz vehicles that use the listed dimensions and mounting application. It helps maintain hood position during service and reduces the effort needed to raise and hold the hood. Use this part when the original support no longer provides steady lift or controlled lowering on a Mercedes-Benz ML320, ML350, ML430, ML500, ML55 AMG, or GL450.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. The FCS 86319 part number is also useful when searching for a replacement hood strut by exact reference.

What It Helps Solve

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood lift assistance
• Hood that lowers too quickly
• Difficulty accessing the engine bay for routine service
• Replacement need for worn hood support hardware on select Mercedes-Benz models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm vehicle fitment by year and model: Fits 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450, N/A; Fits 2002-2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500, N/A; Fits 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350, N/A; Fits 1998-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320, N/A; Fits 2000-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG, N/A; Fits 1999-2001 Mercedes-Benz ML430, N/A. Inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding brackets for wear before replacing the support.

Quality Assurance

FCS offers application-specific replacement parts for hood and body service. Part number 86319 is built to match the listed dimensional specifications for the confirmed Mercedes-Benz applications.