FCS 86766 Hood Lift Support - Front

Hood Lift Support for GMC Acadia

Restore controlled hood movement with the FCS 86766 hood lift support. Built around the specified compressed length of 19.61 inches, extended length of 28.62 inches, and 9.02 inches of stroke, this support is sized for direct replacement on select GMC Acadia applications. It helps maintain steady hood opening and closing action on 2013-2016 GMC Acadia front applications and 2017 GMC Acadia Limited models.

Key Features

• FCS hood lift support, part number 86766
• Compressed length: 19.61 inches
• Extended length: 28.62 inches
• Stroke length: 9.02 inches
• Fits 2013-2016 GMC Acadia, front
• Fits 2017 GMC Acadia Limited, N/A

Detailed Description

The FCS 86766 is a hood lift support engineered for select GMC Acadia and GMC Acadia Limited vehicles. Its measured compressed length, extended length, and stroke length are the key dimensions used to match hood support geometry and travel. For shoppers searching for a GMC Acadia hood lift support or FCS 86766 replacement, this part provides the fitment and sizing needed for the listed applications.

FCS is the brand line for this hood support, and the product is cataloged specifically for body and hood service. Use this part when replacing a worn support on a 2013-2016 GMC Acadia front hood application or a 2017 GMC Acadia Limited application. The part number 86766 is also helpful when cross-checking listings and confirming the correct replacement.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood lift assistance
• Hood movement that feels heavy or uncontrolled
• Need for a direct replacement hood support on GMC Acadia models
• Replacement of a worn FCS 86766 hood lift support

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and hood support position before ordering. Confirm the compressed length, extended length, and stroke length against the existing support to ensure proper replacement. For fitment, this part matches 2013-2016 GMC Acadia, front, and 2017 GMC Acadia Limited, N/A. Compare the original support’s mounting points and overall dimensions before installation.

Quality Assurance

FCS catalogs this hood lift support for the listed GMC Acadia applications using defined dimensional specifications for fitment verification. Part number 86766 should be matched to the vehicle application and support dimensions before installation.