FCS 86442 Trunk Lid Lift Support

Mercedes-Benz Trunk Lid Lift Support

Restore controlled trunk lid movement with the FCS 86442 trunk lid lift support. This gas-charged support is specified by compressed length, extended length, and stroke length for a direct-fit replacement on select Mercedes-Benz coupe applications.

• Compressed length: 5.75 in.
• Extended length: 8.74 in.
• Stroke length: 2.99 in.
• Fits 1999-2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A
• Fits 1999-2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK430, N/A
• Fits 2001-2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, N/A

Product Details

FCS part number 86442 is a trunk lid lift support built around the measured travel needed to hold the trunk lid in the open position and provide smooth closing action. The compact compressed length and 2.99-inch stroke help match the original support geometry on Mercedes-Benz CLK320, CLK430, and CLK55 AMG models listed in the fitment data. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz CLK320 trunk lid lift support or an FCS 86442 replacement for a CLK430 or CLK55 AMG, this part is listed for those applications.

FCS is the brand line identified for this part, and 86442 is the catalog reference to use when matching the correct trunk support for the vehicle.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Trunk lid that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent lift assistance
• Slow or uneven trunk lid movement
• Need for a direct replacement after gas support wear
• Difficulty opening or holding the trunk lid at the proper height

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the original support before installation. Confirm the vehicle application by year and model: Fits 1999-2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK320, N/A; Fits 1999-2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK430, N/A; Fits 2001-2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG, N/A. Inspect the mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before replacing the support. After installation, cycle the trunk lid several times to confirm smooth operation and proper hold-open performance.

Quality Assurance

FCS identifies this part by precise dimensional specifications to support correct application matching for the listed Mercedes-Benz models. Part number 86442 is cataloged for fitment-based replacement selection on the specified CLK platform vehicles.