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Stabilus 3B-831286 Hood Lift Support
Hood Lift Support for Volkswagen Passat
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for the 2016-2020 Volkswagen Passat and is identified by part number 3B-831286. It provides controlled hood movement with an 80.9 lb / 360 N gas charge and OE-style plastic socket connections at both ends.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 3B-831286
- Category: Body > Hood
- Hood lift support for the Volkswagen Passat
- Extended length: 684.5 mm (26.95 in)
- Compressed length: 403 mm (15.87 in)
- Rod diameter: 8 mm
- Tube diameter: 18 mm
- Force rating: 360 N (80.9 lb)
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
Detailed Description
Stabilus 3B-831286 is a hood lift support engineered for direct replacement use on the 2016-2020 Volkswagen Passat. The unit measures 684.5 mm extended and 403 mm compressed, with an 8 mm rod and 18 mm tube diameter, giving it the dimensions needed for proper hood travel and support. Its 360 N force rating helps maintain steady hood opening and closing behavior.
This part cross-references StrongArm 6808 and Tuff Support 610467 for the same application. If you are searching for a 2016-2020 Volkswagen Passat hood strut, hood shock, or gas spring replacement, 3B-831286 is the OE-style reference to match.
What It Helps Solve
- Hood that will not stay open
- Weak or slow hood lift action
- Drooping hood during service access
- Uneven or inconsistent hood support
- Worn gas spring performance on a Volkswagen Passat
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the compressed and extended lengths, force rating, and plastic socket attachment style before installation. Confirm the hood support is matched to the 2016-2020 Volkswagen Passat application and inspect the mounting points for wear or damage before swapping the strut. Replace only after the hood is safely supported.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas spring and lift support components. This hood lift support is built to match the listed dimensions and attachment style for the specified Volkswagen Passat fitment.
| Brand | Stabilus |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 3B-831286 |
| 0.31496062992126 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 15.8661417322835 |
| Compressed Length | 403 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Lower Inside Diameter | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 26.9488188976378 |
| Extended Length | 684.5 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 360 |
| Force Lbs | 80.9352517985611 |
| Hardware Kit | No |
| Heavy Truck | N |
| High Performance | N |
| IndustrialOff Highway | N |
| Marine | N |
| Medium Truck | N |
| MotorCycleRV | N |
| NonVehicle Specific | N |
| Personal Watercraft | N |
| Rod Connection | Plastic socket |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.31496062992126 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.393700787401575 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | Plastic socket |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
This part fits 5 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Passat | N/A | |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Passat | N/A | |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Passat | N/A | |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Passat | N/A | |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Passat | N/A |
* 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.