Stabilus 5B-029652 Deck Lid Lift Support

Stabilus 5B-029652 Gas Spring Overview

The Stabilus 5B-029652 gas spring is an OE-style lift support built for controlled opening and closing action on supported applications. With a 540 N (121 lb) force rating, 297 mm extended length, and 209.5 mm compressed length, it is specified for select Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique models without a spoiler.

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 5B-029652
• Force rating: 540 N / 121 lb
• Extended length: 297 mm (11.693 in)
• Compressed length: 209.5 mm (8.248 in)
• Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
• Tube diameter: 19 mm (0.748 in)
• Rod connection: plastic socket
• Tube connection: plastic socket
• Rod end attachment diameter: 10 mm (0.394 in)
• Tube end attachment diameter: 10 mm (0.394 in)

Vehicle Fitment

Fits 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, N/A, for models without spoiler. Fits 1997 Ford Contour, N/A, for models without spoiler. Fits 1996 Ford Contour, N/A, w/o spoiler.

Product Details

This Stabilus gas spring is engineered around the listed dimensions and attachment style to match the original lift support geometry on the confirmed applications. The plastic socket ends and 10 mm attachment diameters support direct replacement use on the specified Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique vehicles, while the 540 N force rating helps maintain consistent lift and hold behavior for the rear or hatch application where equipped.

This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4506 and Focus Auto Parts 84506 for the same application. The Stabilus 5B-029652 part number is also commonly referenced in interchange listings for this fitment.

Common Replacement Reasons

• Rear hatch or lift support no longer stays open
• Tailgate or decklid drops too quickly
• Uneven or weak opening force
• Original support shows wear, leakage, or reduced pressure
• Replacement needed for a Ford Contour or Mercury Mystique without spoiler

Installation Notes

Verify compressed length, extended length, and end fitting style before installation. Match the plastic socket connections and 10 mm attachment points to the original support on the vehicle. Confirm the application is for the correct body configuration, since the listed fitment applies to models without a spoiler.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to the listed dimensional and force specifications for the confirmed applications. Use the part number 5B-029652 to verify fitment before ordering.