FCS 86481 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for BMW E60 and E63 Applications

Restore controlled hood opening and holding force with this FCS hood lift support, part number 86481. It is built for specific BMW applications and matches the compressed length, extended length, and stroke needed for proper hood support.

Key Features

• Brand: FCS
• Part number: 86481
• Compressed length: 7.68 in.
• Extended length: 12.32 in.
• Stroke length: 4.65 in.
• Body category: hood lift support
• Compatible with select BMW 525i, 530i, 545i, 528i, 535i, 550i, M5, 650i, and xDrive/xi models

Detailed Description

FCS 86481 is a hood lift support for BMW vehicles that require a support with a 7.68-inch compressed length, 12.32-inch extended length, and 4.65-inch stroke. Those dimensions are important for maintaining the correct hood opening arc and holding position on the specified BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, and M5 applications. If you are searching for a BMW hood lift support 86481 or an FCS hood strut for BMW 528i, 535i, or 550i models, this part is built around those fitment requirements.

FCS is the brand line identified for this part, and this product is cataloged specifically as a hood lift support for body repair and replacement work. Use the part number 86481 when matching the application to avoid selecting the wrong support length for your BMW hood.

Fitment

• Fits 2008-2010 BMW 528i, N/A
• Fits 2009-2010 BMW 528i xDrive, N/A
• Fits 2008-2010 BMW 535i, N/A
• Fits 2006-2010 BMW 550i, N/A
• Fits 2006-2010 BMW M5, N/A
• Fits 2008 BMW 528xi, N/A
• Fits 2008 BMW 535xi, N/A
• Fits 2004-2007 BMW 525i, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 BMW 525xi, N/A
• Fits 2004-2007 BMW 530i, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 BMW 530xi, N/A
• Fits 2006-2007 BMW 650i, N/A
• Fits 2004-2006 BMW 545i, N/A

Common Replacement Reasons

• Hood drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood support force
• Slow or uneven hood lift action
• Replacement for worn BMW hood strut hardware
• Noise or loss of pressure from the existing support

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle application and compare the existing support length before installation. Match the part number 86481 to the correct BMW hood support location and verify the hood opens and holds smoothly after replacement. For best results, inspect the mounting points and surrounding hood hardware for wear before installing the new support.

Quality Assurance

This FCS hood lift support is cataloged to the listed BMW applications and specified dimensions for accurate replacement selection. Use the fitment data and part number 86481 to confirm the correct match for your vehicle.