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Stabilus 5B-515061 Hood Lift Support
Hood Lift Support for Fiat 500L
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for the 2014-2020 Fiat 500L and is identified by part number 5B-515061. It provides controlled hood movement for service access, with OE-style dimensions and plastic socket connections for a direct replacement on the specified application.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 5B-515061
- Category: Body > Hood
- Hood lift support for the 2014-2020 Fiat 500L
- Force rating: 210 N / 47 lb
- Compressed length: 260.5 mm (10.256 in)
- Extended length: 369 mm (14.528 in)
- Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
- Tube diameter: 18 mm (0.709 in)
- Plastic socket rod and tube connections
Product Details
The Stabilus 5B-515061 hood lift support is specified for the Fiat 500L across model years 2014 through 2020. With a 210 N force rating, 8 mm rod diameter, 18 mm tube diameter, and matching compressed and extended lengths, it is built to match the original hood support geometry for the listed vehicle application. The plastic socket attachment style on both ends supports a straightforward OE-style replacement on the Fiat 500L.
This part cross-references MOOG Hub Assemblies 515061 for the same application.
Common Issues This Part Can Help Solve
- Hood that will not stay open during inspection or maintenance
- Weak or slow hood lift action
- Hood dropping unexpectedly after being raised
- Uneven hood support feel compared with the original unit
- Need for a direct replacement hood strut on a Fiat 500L
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the existing support length, end fittings, and force rating before installation. Replace the hood lift support with the hood fully secured, and confirm both plastic socket connections are fully seated after installation. For best results, compare the removed part to Stabilus 5B-515061 before final fitment on the 2014-2020 Fiat 500L.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized supplier of gas spring and lift support components used in automotive applications. This hood lift support is built to the listed dimensions and attachment style for the specified Fiat 500L fitment.
| Brand | Stabilus |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 5B-515061 |
| 0.315 | Y |
| Material | Y |
| Compressed Length | 10.256 |
| Compressed Length | 260.5 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Tube Diameter | 18 |
| Extended Length | 14.528 |
| Extended Length | 369 |
| Agricultural Equipment | N |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Engine Specific | N |
| Force (N) | 210 |
| Force Lbs | 47 |
| 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 7 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2019 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2018 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2017 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2016 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2015 | Fiat | 500L | N/A | |
| 2014 | Fiat | 500L | 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.