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Stabilus 3B-186460 Hatch Lift Support

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Stabilus 3B-186460 Gas Spring for Ford Freestar

The Stabilus 3B-186460 gas spring is built for controlled lift support on the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar with the power liftgate excluded. With a 685 N (154 lb) force rating, 604 mm extended length, and plastic socket connections, it is specified for direct replacement use where consistent opening and closing support is needed.

  • Brand: Stabilus
  • Part number: 3B-186460
  • Force rating: 685 N / 154 lb
  • Extended length: 23.780 in / 604 mm
  • Compressed length: 14.882 in / 378 mm
  • Rod diameter: 0.315 in / 8 mm
  • Tube diameter: 0.866 in / 22 mm
  • Plastic socket rod and tube connections
  • Fits 2004-2007 Ford Freestar, N/A, Exc.Power Liftgate

This Stabilus gas strut is engineered around the listed dimensions and attachment style to match the original support geometry on the Ford Freestar. The 3B-186460 cross-references Dorman - First Stop C95371 for the same application. Use this part when replacing a worn lift support that no longer holds position, opens unevenly, or drops too quickly.

Common Uses

  • Rear liftgate or hatch support that no longer stays open
  • Slow, weak, or inconsistent liftgate movement
  • Noise or binding from a worn gas strut
  • Loss of controlled opening on the Ford Freestar liftgate

Installation Notes

Verify the compressed length, extended length, rod diameter, tube diameter, and socket-style ends before installation. Compare the existing support to the 3B-186460 and confirm the vehicle is a 2004-2007 Ford Freestar without the power liftgate. Replace only after checking both attachment points for wear or damage so the new gas spring seats correctly.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the listed application dimensions and force specification for consistent fitment on the Ford Freestar.

BrandStabilus
Part Number3B-186460
Y
Y
Body0.866
Compressed Length14.882
Compressed Length378
Extended Length23.780
Extended Length604
Force (N)685
Force Lbs154
Hardware KitNO
Rod ConnectionPLASTIC SOCKET
Rod Dia (IN)0.315
Rod Diameter8
Rod End Attachment Dia (IN)0.394
Rod End Attachment Dia (MM)10
Shaft0.315
Shaft ConnectionPLASTIC SOCKET
Tube ConnectionPLASTIC SOCKET
Tube Dia (IN)0.866
Tube Diameter22
Tube End Attach Dia (IN)0.394
Tube End Attach Dia (mm)10

This part fits 4 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2007FordFreestarN/AExc.Power Liftgate
2006FordFreestarN/AExc.Power Liftgate
2005FordFreestarN/AExc.Power Liftgate
2004FordFreestarN/AExc.Power Liftgate

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.