Lesjofors 8044208 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Kia Soul

Restore controlled hood opening and holding force with this Lesjofors hood lift support, part number 8044208. It is a specific-fit replacement for select Kia Soul and Kia Soul EV models, built for direct application coverage and consistent hood support.

Key Features

• Specific-fit hood lift support for targeted vehicle applications
• Fits 2014-2018 Kia Soul, N/A
• Fits 2015-2018 Kia Soul EV, N/A
• OE-style replacement for worn or weak hood struts
• Cross-references Kia OE part numbers 81161B2000 and 81171B2000 for the same application
• Lesjofors part number 8044208 for easy identification

Product Details

Lesjofors 8044208 is a hood lift support made for specific vehicle fitment, not a universal application. For Kia Soul and Kia Soul EV owners, this part helps restore the hood’s ability to open smoothly and stay supported during service checks, fluid top-offs, and routine maintenance. If your original support has lost pressure or no longer holds the hood securely, this replacement matches the listed applications for a direct-fit solution.

Compatible With 2014-2018 Kia Soul and 2015-2018 Kia Soul EV applications, this hood lift support is a practical replacement when the factory support begins to weaken. The Lesjofors 8044208 designation is useful when verifying the correct part before ordering or comparing against OE references.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Hood drops after being opened
• Weak or inconsistent hood holding force
• Need to prop the hood manually during service
• Original support no longer maintains proper lift
• Difficulty keeping the hood open on Kia Soul or Kia Soul EV models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle year and model before installation. Compare the existing support length, end fittings, and OE reference numbers to Lesjofors 8044208 before removal. Replace the support with the hood fully secured and supported, and verify smooth operation after installation. For fitment verification, use the listed applications: Fits 2014-2018 Kia Soul, N/A, and Fits 2015-2018 Kia Soul EV, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Lesjofors is an established suspension and gas spring manufacturer with OE-focused engineering standards. Part number 8044208 is built as a specific-fit replacement for the listed Kia applications and cross-references OE numbers 81161B2000 and 81171B2000 for the same application.