FCS 86360 Hood Lift Support

Mercedes-Benz Hood Lift Support

Restore controlled hood opening and holding force with the FCS 86360 hood lift support. This gas-charged support is specified by compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to match the hood geometry on select Mercedes-Benz models.

• Compressed length: 13.23 in.
• Extended length: 22.91 in.
• Stroke length: 9.69 in.
• FCS part number 86360 for direct reference
• Compatible with select Mercedes-Benz C230, C240, C280, C320, C350, C32 AMG, C55 AMG, CLK320, CLK350, CLK500, CLK550, CLK55 AMG, CLK63 AMG, and CL55 AMG applications

Product Details

The FCS 86360 hood lift support is built for Mercedes-Benz hood applications that require a specific compressed length of 13.23 inches, an extended length of 22.91 inches, and a 9.69-inch stroke. Those dimensions are the key reference points for matching hood support travel and installed fitment on the listed vehicles. If you are replacing a weak or failing hood strut on a Mercedes-Benz C230, CLK350, or C320, this part number provides a direct catalog match for the application.

FCS is the brand line identified for this hood lift support, and part number 86360 is the reference to use when verifying the correct replacement for your vehicle. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2002-2009 Mercedes-Benz C230, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK350, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK550, N/A
• Fits 2007-2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 Mercedes-Benz C350, N/A
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK500, N/A
• Fits 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C240, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Mercedes-Benz C320, N/A
• Fits 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG, N/A

Common Replacement Reasons

• Hood drops instead of staying open
• Reduced lift force when opening the hood
• Slow or uneven hood movement
• Need for a direct replacement hood strut on select Mercedes-Benz models
• Noise or loss of support from an aging gas strut

Installation Notes

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm the mounting points and hood application on your Mercedes-Benz C230, C320, CLK350, or other listed model before removal of the old unit. Compare the existing part number and physical dimensions to FCS 86360 to ensure the correct replacement.

Quality Assurance

FCS identifies this hood lift support by a defined dimensional specification for consistent application matching. Use the part number 86360 and the listed vehicle fitment to confirm the correct replacement for your Mercedes-Benz hood support service.