{"product_id":"lesjofors-8182911-tailgate-lift-support","title":"Lesjofors 8182911 Tailgate Lift Support","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTailgate Lift Support for Volkswagen Passat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore controlled tailgate operation with this Lesjofors tailgate lift support, part number 8182911. It is a specific-fit replacement built for select Volkswagen Passat applications and is certified to meet or exceed OE quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific-fit tailgate lift support for direct application matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat, N\/A, with warning triangle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-quality replacement from Lesjofors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references 1M5827550 and 1M5827550A for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLesjofors has a long manufacturing history dating back to 1675, and this lift support reflects that experience in suspension and support components. Part number 8182911 is made for the tailgate on compatible Volkswagen Passat models, helping maintain proper lift and hold-open function for everyday cargo access. If you are replacing a worn support on a Volkswagen Passat, this part provides a direct-fit solution for the listed years and configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailgate that drops instead of staying open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeak or inconsistent lift assistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow or uneven tailgate movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty accessing the cargo area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport wear from age and repeated use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year and trim details before ordering, especially for 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat models with the warning triangle note. Confirm the existing support length and mounting style against the removed part to ensure the correct replacement. Part number 8182911 is intended for the tailgate position only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLesjofors states that its lift supports are certified to meet or exceed OE quality, providing a replacement built to factory-level expectations for fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lesjofors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52426309173429,"sku":"CNHW-8182911","price":26.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/LJ_8182911_Fro.jpg?v=1777826502","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/lesjofors-8182911-tailgate-lift-support","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}