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Stabilus 4B-1514BI Hood Lift Support
Stabilus Hood Lift Support for BMW Hood Service
The Stabilus 4B-1514BI hood lift support is a direct-fit gas strut for select BMW hood applications. It provides controlled hood opening and holding force for service access on 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi and 1987-1988 BMW M6 models.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 4B-1514BI
- Category: Body > Hood
- Part type: hood lift support
- Force rating: 250 N / 56 lb
- Extended length: 18.071 in (459 mm)
- Compressed length: 12.126 in (308 mm)
- Rod diameter: 0.315 in (8 mm)
- Tube diameter: 0.709 in (18 mm)
- Metal blade rod and tube connections
Detailed Description
Stabilus 4B-1514BI is a hood lift support built to match the dimensions and force requirements of the listed BMW hood applications. With a 250 N force rating, 18.071-inch extended length, and 12.126-inch compressed length, it is specified for stable hood positioning during inspection and routine maintenance. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4338 and Focus Auto Parts 84338 for the same application. For buyers searching for a BMW 635CSi hood lift support or a BMW M6 hood strut replacement, 4B-1514BI provides the fitment and attachment style needed for those vehicles.
What It Helps Solve
- Weak or failing hood support that no longer holds the hood open
- Slow hood rise after release
- Hood drop during engine bay access
- Uneven or inconsistent hood support force
- Noise or binding from worn lift support hardware
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the existing support’s compressed and extended lengths, force rating, and metal blade attachment style before installation. Confirm the hood position and mounting points on your BMW 635CSi or BMW M6 against the vehicle’s original support. Replace supports in pairs when both sides show similar wear, and support the hood securely before removing the old strut.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this hood lift support is built to OE-style dimensional and attachment specifications for the listed applications.
| Brand | Stabilus |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4B-1514BI |
| 0.315 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 12.126 |
| Compressed Length | 308 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| 12.126 | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 18.071 |
| Extended Length | 459 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 250 |
| Force Lbs | 56 |
| 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 | Metal blade |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.327 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 8.3 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | Metal blade |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
This part fits 7 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | BMW | 635CSi | N/A | |
| 1988 | BMW | 635CSi | N/A | |
| 1988 | BMW | M6 | N/A | |
| 1987 | BMW | 635CSi | N/A | |
| 1987 | BMW | M6 | N/A | |
| 1986 | BMW | 635CSi | N/A | |
| 1985 | BMW | 635CSi | N/A |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.