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Stabilus 4B-8027XN Back Glass Lift Support
Back Glass Lift Support for Explorer and Mountaineer
This Stabilus back glass lift support is built for rear glass liftgate applications on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln SUVs. It provides 350 N (79 lb) of force and uses plastic socket connections for a direct-style replacement on the specified vehicles.
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 4B-8027XN
- Back glass lift support for body glass and window applications
- Force rating: 350 N / 79 lb
- Compressed length: 310.5 mm (12.224 in)
- Extended length: 474 mm (18.661 in)
- Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
- Tube diameter: 18 mm (0.709 in)
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
Fitment Details
Compatible with 2004-2007 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A; 2004-2005 Ford Explorer, N/A; and 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, N/A. It also fits 2003 Ford Explorer, N/A from 05/05/2003 and 2003 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A from 05/05/2003. The Stabilus 4B-8027XN is a direct-fit style back glass lift support for these rear glass applications.
This part cross-references Dorman - Conduct-Tite 86605 for the same application.
Key Features
- OE-style back glass lift support for rear hatch glass
- Stabilus 4B-8027XN identification for catalog matching
- Plastic socket attachment at both ends
- Measured to the listed compressed and extended lengths
- Specified force output for rear glass support operation
What It Helps Fix
- Rear glass that will not stay open
- Liftgate glass that drops unexpectedly
- Weak or slow-moving back glass support action
- Uneven or inconsistent rear glass opening effort
- Noise or instability from a worn lift support
Installation Notes
Verify the compressed length, extended length, rod diameter, tube diameter, and plastic socket connection style before installation. Match the vehicle application exactly, including the 2003 Ford Explorer and 2003 Mercury Mountaineer build-date note from 05/05/2003. Inspect the mounting points and surrounding liftgate hardware for wear before replacing the support.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas-charged support components, and this back glass lift support is cataloged to the listed dimensions and fitment data for accurate replacement selection.
| Brand | Stabilus |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4B-8027XN |
| Y | |
| Y | |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Compressed Length | 12.224 |
| Compressed Length | 310.5 |
| Extended Length | 18.661 |
| Extended Length | 474 |
| Force (N) | 350 |
| Force Lbs | 79 |
| Hardware Kit | NO |
| Rod Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 8 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Tube Connection | PLASTIC SOCKET |
| Tube Dia (IN) | 0.709 |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Tube End Attach Dia (IN) | 0.394 |
| Tube End Attach Dia (mm) | 10 |
This part fits 11 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 2006 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 2005 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 2005 | Lincoln | Aviator | N/A | |
| 2005 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 2004 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | |
| 2004 | Lincoln | Aviator | N/A | |
| 2004 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | From 05/05/2003 |
| 2003 | Lincoln | Aviator | N/A | |
| 2003 | Mercury | Mountaineer | N/A | From 05/05/2003 |
* 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.