Stabilus 4B-130496 Hatch Lift Support

Stabilus 4B-130496 Gas Spring for Jeep Liftgate Support

Stabilus 4B-130496 is a gas spring built for Jeep liftgate applications that need controlled opening and closing action. With a 535 N (120 lb) force rating, 20.748 in extended length, and plastic socket end connections, it matches the dimensions needed for specific Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot rear liftgate setups.

Key Features

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 4B-130496
• Force rating: 535 N / 120 lb
• Extended length: 20.748 in (527 mm)
• Compressed length: 14.055 in (357 mm)
• Rod diameter: 0.315 in (8 mm)
• Tube diameter: 0.748 in (19 mm)
• Plastic socket rod and tube connections
• Rod end and tube end attachment diameter: 0.394 in (10 mm)

Detailed Description

This Stabilus gas spring is specified for Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot liftgate applications where the original support strut has lost pressure or no longer holds the hatch in position. The 4B-130496 uses plastic socket connections and OE-style dimensions to match the liftgate geometry on listed vehicles, helping restore smooth liftgate movement and consistent support. This part cross-references Focus Auto Parts 86187 for the same application.

Compatible With 2007-2014 Jeep Compass, N/A; 2015-2016 Jeep Compass, N/A; 2017 Jeep Compass, N/A; and 2017 Jeep Patriot, N/A. For 2015-2016 Jeep Compass, the fitment excludes models with articulating liftgate speakers. For 2007-2014 Jeep Compass and 2017 Jeep Compass or Patriot, the fitment excludes articulating liftgate speakers.

What It Helps Address

• Liftgate that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or slow rear hatch movement
• Noisy or uneven liftgate operation
• Loss of support from a worn gas strut
• Difficulty opening or closing the rear hatch smoothly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the compressed length, extended length, rod diameter, and socket style against the original strut before installation. Confirm the vehicle does not have articulating liftgate speakers where excluded by fitment notes. Replace only with the correct application-specific gas spring to maintain proper liftgate support and travel.

Quality Assurance

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