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Stabilus 4B-7968XK Hood Lift Support
| Brand | Stabilus 4B-7968XK |
|---|---|
| 0.394 | Y |
| Compressed Length | 14.882 |
| Compressed Length | 378 |
| Rod Diameter | 10 |
| Length | Y |
| Tube Diameter | 22 |
| Extended Length | 21.772 |
| Extended Length | 553 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.866 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 800 |
| Force Lbs | 180 |
| 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) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 10 |
| Shaft | 0.394 |
| Shaft Connection | Plastic socket |
| Small Engine | N |
| Snowmobile | N |
| Fits | Buick and Chevrolet · 2 vehicles |
Direct replacement. Restores controlled hood movement with the listed force rating.
Socket-end design. Plastic socket connections at both ends for a secure attachment style.
Stabilus engineering. Built to the specified length and force requirements for the application.
Cross-references Stabilus 4B-7968XK, 7968XK and 10361037 for the same application. See all 6.
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Hood Lift Support for 2005 Applications
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for direct replacement use on select 2005 vehicles. It restores controlled hood movement and helps keep the hood open during service, inspection, or routine maintenance. Part number 4B-7968XK is listed for the 2nd design on the applications shown.
Key Features
- 800 N / 180 lb force rating for controlled hood support
- Extended length of 553 mm and compressed length of 378 mm
- Plastic socket connections at both ends for a secure attachment style
- Rod diameter of 10 mm and tube diameter of 22 mm
- Stabilus replacement part number 4B-7968XK
Detailed Description
Use this hood lift support when the original support no longer holds the hood in place or opens and closes with uneven resistance. The 4B-7968XK is specified for Fits 2005 Buick Century, N/A and Fits 2005 Chevrolet Impala, N/A, both noted as 2nd design applications. For buyers searching for a Buick Century hood lift support or Chevrolet Impala hood strut replacement, this part provides the listed length and force specifications needed for the correct application.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 7968XK, SG230060) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Weak hood support that no longer holds the hood open
- Slow or uneven hood lift action
- Hood drop or reduced holding force during service
- Replacement of a worn gas strut on the listed applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s 2nd design application before ordering. Match the compressed length, extended length, force rating, and socket-style end connections to the original part for proper fitment. Confirm the hood support is installed in the correct application before final use.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized supplier of gas spring and lift support components. Part number 4B-7968XK is built to the listed specifications for the applications shown.
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Buick | Century | 2nd design |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Impala | 2nd Design |
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