Stabilus 4B-3271YI Hatch Lift Support

OE-Style Gas Strut for Mini Cooper

This Stabilus gas strut is built for 2007-2013 Mini Cooper applications and uses plastic socket connections for a direct OE-style replacement. With an extended length of 19.488 in. and a compressed length of 11.575 in., it is sized to match the original lift support geometry for the listed vehicle fitment.

Part number 4B-3271YI is engineered with an 83 lb force rating (370 N), an 8 mm rod diameter, and an 18 mm tube diameter. It is a practical replacement choice for Mini Cooper owners looking for a gas spring that matches the original mounting style and operating dimensions.

Key Features

• Fits 2007-2013 Mini Cooper
• Stabilus part number 4B-3271YI
• 83 lb force rating / 370 N
• Plastic socket rod and tube connections
• Extended length: 19.488 in. (495 mm)
• Compressed length: 11.575 in. (294 mm)
• Rod diameter: 0.315 in. (8 mm)
• Tube diameter: 0.709 in. (18 mm)

Detailed Description

Stabilus 4B-3271YI is a gas spring designed for the listed Mini Cooper fitment and built around OE-style dimensions and attachment points. The plastic socket rod and tube ends simplify alignment with the original mounting locations, while the 83 lb force rating supports controlled opening and closing action for the application.

This part cross-references URO 51247148902 for the same application. If you are searching for a Mini Cooper lift support, hatch strut, or gas spring replacement by part number 4B-3271YI, this unit provides the key dimensional and connection details needed for a direct-match comparison.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Weak or slow lift support movement
• Hatch, lid, or panel that no longer stays open
• Loss of original gas pressure
• Uneven or inconsistent opening effort
• Noise or binding from a worn strut

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the extended length, compressed length, rod diameter, and socket-style end connections before installation. Compare the original strut to part number 4B-3271YI to confirm the mounting orientation and force rating match the vehicle’s existing hardware points. For best results, replace only with the correct application-specific gas spring for the Mini Cooper model year listed.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the listed application specifications for fit and function.