FCS 86868 Hood Lift Support - Front

FCS Hood Lift Support for Cadillac ATS

The FCS 86868 hood lift support is built for direct replacement on select Cadillac ATS applications. With an extended length of 17.8 inches, a compressed length of 11.1 inches, and a 6.69-inch stroke, it provides the measured travel needed to support hood operation on the listed vehicles.

Compatible With 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS, front, and 2017-2019 Cadillac ATS, N/A. This FCS hood lift support is a fitment-based replacement for drivers searching for a Cadillac ATS hood strut, hood support, or gas lift support by part number 86868.

Key Features

• Part number 86868 for fitment-specific ordering
• Extended length: 17.8 inches
• Compressed length: 11.1 inches
• Stroke length: 6.69 inches
• Direct replacement hood lift support for select Cadillac ATS models
• FCS brand line replacement part for hood support service

Detailed Description

FCS 86868 is a hood lift support engineered around the listed dimensional specifications to match the hood travel requirements of select Cadillac ATS vehicles. The measured compressed length, extended length, and stroke length are the key dimensions used to confirm proper hood support geometry before installation. For buyers comparing Cadillac ATS hood struts, part number 86868 provides a straightforward replacement reference for 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS, front, and 2017-2019 Cadillac ATS, N/A applications.

The FCS brand line identifies this as an FCS replacement component for body and hood service. When searching for a Cadillac ATS hood lift support, using the vehicle year, model, position, and part number 86868 helps narrow the correct application quickly.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Hood that will not stay open during service
• Weak or slow hood support movement
• Loss of lift force from a worn gas strut
• Uneven hood support on the listed Cadillac ATS applications
• Need for a direct replacement hood lift support by part number 86868

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and position before ordering. Compare the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and stroke length to FCS 86868 to confirm the correct replacement. Inspect the hood mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before installing the new support. For best results, replace only with the application listed for your Cadillac ATS.

Quality Assurance

FCS supplies replacement body components for vehicle-specific applications, and this hood lift support is cataloged with exact dimensional data to support accurate fitment selection. Part number 86868 is listed for 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS, front, and 2017-2019 Cadillac ATS, N/A applications.