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Stabilus 3B-873584 Hood Lift Support
| Brand | Stabilus 3B-873584 |
|---|---|
| 0.315 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 16.122 |
| Compressed Length | 409.5 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Upper Inside Diameter | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 28.012 |
| Extended Length | 711.5 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 270 |
| Force Lbs | 61 |
| 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) | 0.315 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | Plastic socket |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
| Fits | Saab · 2 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Direct-fit hood lift support with plastic socket connections.
Consistent lift force. Delivers 61 lb of support for smooth opening and holding.
Compact gas strut design. 16.122 in compressed length and 28.012 in extended length.
Cross-references Stabilus 3B-873584, 12 84 8063 and 032092 for the same application. See all 5.
Hood Lift Support for Saab 9-5
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for 2010-2011 Saab 9-5 applications and restores controlled hood opening and holding force. The 3B-873584 hood strut uses plastic socket connections and is specified at 270 N (61 lb) for consistent hood support.
Key Features
- Fits 2010-2011 Saab 9-5
- Stabilus part number 3B-873584
- 270 N / 61 lb lift force
- Extended length: 28.012 in (711.5 mm)
- Compressed length: 16.122 in (409.5 mm)
- Rod diameter: 0.315 in (8 mm)
- Tube diameter: 0.709 in (18 mm)
- Plastic socket rod, tube, and shaft connections
Detailed Description
Use this hood lift support to replace a worn or weak hood strut on the Saab 9-5. Stabilus 3B-873584 is engineered to match the listed compressed and extended lengths, connection style, and force rating for direct-fit service on 2010-2011 Saab 9-5 models. If your hood no longer stays open securely or drops too quickly, this replacement support helps restore normal hood operation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Hood that will not stay open
- Weak or slow hood lift action
- Hood dropping unexpectedly during service
- Uneven or inconsistent hood support
- Noise or resistance from a worn gas strut
Installation Notes and Tips
Before installation, compare the original support’s length, end fittings, and force rating to 3B-873584. Confirm the plastic socket connections seat fully on the hood and body mounting points, and replace supports in pairs only if both sides are specified for your vehicle setup. After installation, cycle the hood several times to verify smooth operation and secure retention.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this hood support is built to the listed dimensional and force specifications for the Saab 9-5 platform. Verify fitment against your vehicle’s original part number and mounting style before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Saab | 9-5 | — |
| 2010 | Saab | 9-5 | — |
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