Stabilus 4B-016902 Hood Lift Support

Stabilus Hood Lift Support for Lexus IS

This Stabilus hood lift support is built for Lexus IS applications that need controlled hood opening and steady hold position. The 4B-016902 uses a 185 N (42 lb) force rating, plastic socket connections, and OE-style dimensions for direct replacement service on select Lexus IS300, IS350, IS200t, and IS250 models.

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 4B-016902
• Hood lift support for body/hood service
• Force rating: 185 N / 42 lb
• Compressed length: 273.5 mm (10.768 in)
• Extended length: 456 mm (17.953 in)
• Rod diameter: 8 mm
• Tube diameter: 18 mm
• Rod connection: plastic socket
• Tube connection: plastic socket
• Cross-reference example: AMS Automotive 6797

Detailed Product Overview

The Stabilus 4B-016902 hood lift support is specified for select Lexus IS models and is sized to match the original hood support geometry. With an extended length of 456 mm and a compressed length of 273.5 mm, it provides the stroke needed for hood opening and closing on 2006-2020 Lexus IS350, 2006-2015 Lexus IS250, 2016-2020 Lexus IS300, and 2016-2017 Lexus IS200t applications. This part number 4B-016902 is a practical OE-style replacement when the original hood support no longer holds the hood securely.

Compatible With: Fits 2006-2020 Lexus IS350, N/A; Fits 2006-2015 Lexus IS250, N/A; Fits 2016-2020 Lexus IS300, N/A; Fits 2016-2017 Lexus IS200t, N/A. The plastic socket ends and 8 mm rod diameter support straightforward replacement on the listed Lexus IS fitments.

What It Helps Fix

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or slow hood lift action
• Uneven hood support during service checks
• Worn gas strut performance on Lexus IS hood assemblies
• Noise or instability caused by a failing hood support

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed and extended lengths against the original support before installation. Inspect the hood mounting points and socket ends for wear, and replace any damaged clips or brackets on the vehicle side before installing the new support. Confirm the support orientation matches the original hood lift support layout on the Lexus IS.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this hood lift support is built to match the listed dimensions and force rating for the specified Lexus IS applications. Part number 4B-016902 also cross-references Tuff Support 613067 for the same application.