Stabilus 4B-130257 Hatch Lift Support

Stabilus 4B-130257 Liftgate Gas Strut

The Stabilus 4B-130257 is a gas strut for Jeep liftgate applications with articulating liftgate speakers. It delivers 610 N (137 lb) of force and uses plastic socket connections at both ends for a direct OE-style mounting layout.

Key Features

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 4B-130257
• Force rating: 610 N / 137 lb
• Compressed length: 356.5 mm (14.035 in)
• Extended length: 527 mm (20.748 in)
• Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
• Tube diameter: 19 mm (0.748 in)
• Plastic socket rod and tube connections
• Direct replacement format for Jeep liftgate support service

Detailed Description

Stabilus 4B-130257 is built for Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot liftgate support applications listed with articulating liftgate speakers. The strut’s 610 N force rating, 356.5 mm compressed length, and 527 mm extended length match the dimensional requirements needed to support controlled liftgate movement. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 901178 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn lift support on a 2007-2014 Jeep Compass, 2015-2016 Jeep Compass, or 2017 Jeep Patriot with articulating liftgate speakers, this Stabilus 4B-130257 replacement follows the OE-style socket connection layout.

What It Helps Fix

• Liftgate that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or uneven liftgate support
• Slow, heavy, or difficult liftgate operation
• Noisy or worn gas strut movement
• Loss of controlled liftgate positioning on Jeep Compass or Jeep Patriot models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application and liftgate configuration before installation. This part uses plastic socket connections at both ends, so the existing mounting points should be inspected for wear, damage, or looseness before the new strut is installed. Compare the compressed and extended lengths to the removed unit to confirm proper match for the Jeep Compass or Jeep Patriot application.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the specified force and dimensional requirements for the listed Jeep applications.