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Stabilus 4B-246658 Hood Lift Support
Hood Lift Support for Jaguar XF, XFR, XFR-S
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for direct replacement on select Jaguar hood applications. It provides controlled hood opening and holding force for 2009-2015 Jaguar XF, 2010-2015 Jaguar XFR, and 2013-2015 Jaguar XFR-S models.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 4B-246658
- Force rating: 400 N / 90 lb
- Extended length: 17.717 in (450 mm)
- Compressed length: 12.618 in (320.5 mm)
- Rod diameter: 0.315 in (8 mm)
- Tube diameter: 0.709 in (18 mm)
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
- Direct-fit hood lift support for Jaguar XF, XFR, and XFR-S applications
Detailed Description
Stabilus 4B-246658 is a hood lift support engineered to restore smooth hood operation on select Jaguar vehicles. With a 400 N gas force, 17.717-inch extended length, and plastic socket end connections, this hood strut is specified for 2009-2015 Jaguar XF, 2010-2015 Jaguar XFR, and 2013-2015 Jaguar XFR-S fitments. If you are searching for a hood lift support for Jaguar XF or a replacement hood strut for Jaguar XFR-S, this part number 4B-246658 matches the listed application data.
This part cross-references BBB Industries 6782 for the same application.
What It Helps Solve
- Hood that will not stay open
- Weak or slow hood lift action
- Drooping hood during service checks
- Loss of consistent opening support on Jaguar XF, XFR, or XFR-S
- Noisy or worn gas strut operation
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and end connection style before installation. This Stabilus hood lift support uses plastic socket attachments at both ends, so the mounting points should match the vehicle’s original hardware style. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s year and model before replacing the hood strut.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and part 4B-246658 is built to the listed dimensional and force specifications for the stated Jaguar applications.
| Brand | Stabilus |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4B-246658 |
| 0.315 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 12.618 |
| Compressed Length | 320.5 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| 12.618 | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 17.717 |
| Extended Length | 450 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 400 |
| Force Lbs | 90 |
| 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 | Plastic socket |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | Plastic socket |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
This part fits 16 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2015 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2015 | Jaguar | XFR-S | N/A | |
| 2014 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2014 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2014 | Jaguar | XFR-S | N/A | |
| 2013 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2013 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2013 | Jaguar | XFR-S | N/A | |
| 2012 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2012 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2011 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2011 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2010 | Jaguar | XF | N/A | |
| 2010 | Jaguar | XFR | N/A | |
| 2009 | Jaguar | XF | 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.