Stabilus 4B-028513 Hatch Lift Support

OE-Style Gas Strut for Ford and Mercury Applications

Stabilus 4B-028513 is a gas spring built for specific Ford, Mercury, and Dodge applications that use plastic socket end connections. With 625 N (141 lb) of force, an 8 mm rod, and a 19 mm tube, it provides controlled lift and support for panels that need smooth opening and steady hold.

This Stabilus gas strut measures 499 mm extended and 288 mm compressed, making it a direct-fit replacement for select vehicles including the Ford Mustang with spoiler, Ford Bronco II, Ford LTD, Mercury Capri with spoiler, Mercury Marquis, Mercury Cougar, Ford Fairmont, Mercury Zephyr, and Dodge Aspen with ball ends. The 4B-028513 part number is also cross-referenced by Tuff Support 612257 for the same application.

Key Features

• Stabilus 4B-028513 gas spring for automotive lift support applications
• 625 N / 141 lb force rating for controlled panel movement
• 499 mm extended length and 288 mm compressed length
• 8 mm rod diameter and 19 mm tube diameter
• Plastic socket rod and tube connections
• Direct replacement coverage for select Ford Mustang, Bronco II, LTD, Mercury Capri, Marquis, Cougar, Fairmont, and Zephyr applications

Detailed Description

Stabilus 4B-028513 is engineered as an OE-style gas strut for vehicles that rely on precise lift support and consistent holding force. Its 625 N output, compact compressed length, and plastic socket attachment style make it a practical replacement for aging or weakened lift supports on fitment-specific Ford and Mercury models. For shoppers searching for a Ford Mustang spoiler gas strut, Mercury Capri lift support, or Ford Bronco II replacement gas spring, this part number matches the listed applications and dimensions.

Use this gas spring when the original support no longer holds position, opens too quickly, or loses pressure over time. The 4B-028513 is also listed under interchange references including Tuff Support 612257, helping confirm the correct replacement path for the same vehicle applications.

What It Helps Fix

• Liftgate, hatch, or panel that drops instead of staying open
• Slow or uneven opening caused by a weak gas spring
• Loss of support pressure in the original strut
• Excess effort needed to raise the supported panel
• Fitment issues when replacing a worn OE-style gas strut

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the extended length, compressed length, force rating, and socket-style end connections before installation. Compare the original strut to Stabilus 4B-028513 to confirm the correct application for your Ford Mustang, Ford Bronco II, Ford LTD, Mercury Capri, Mercury Marquis, Mercury Cougar, Ford Fairmont, Mercury Zephyr, or Dodge Aspen.

Install with the vehicle support panel secured and replace gas struts in matched pairs when the opposite side shows similar wear. Confirm that the mounting points accept plastic socket connections and that the spoiler or panel configuration matches the listed fitment notes.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the listed dimensions and application requirements for direct replacement use.