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Stabilus 5B-8242XM Hood Lift Support - Right
| Brand | Stabilus 5B-8242XM |
|---|---|
| Position | Right |
| Y | |
| Y | |
| Body | 0.709 |
| Compressed Length | 9.547 |
| Compressed Length | 242.5 |
| Extended Length | 14.921 |
| Extended Length | 379 |
| Force (N) | 407 |
| Force Lbs | 92 |
| Hardware Kit | NO |
| Rod Connection | METAL BLADE WITH BRACKET |
| Rod Dia (IN) | 0.315 |
| Rod Diameter | 8 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (IN) | 0.323 |
| Rod End Attachment Dia (MM) | 8.2 |
| Shaft | 0.315 |
| Shaft Connection | METAL BLADE WITH BRACKET |
| 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 |
| Fits | Toyota · 5 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Restores smooth hood support with a 92 lb gas spring.
Metal blade with bracket. Durable rod connection for secure attachment.
Plastic socket. Tube end connection helps simplify installation.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 4549R, Focus Auto Parts 84549R and Stabilus 5B-8242XM for the same application. See all 17.
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Hood Lift Support for Toyota Avalon
This Stabilus hood lift support is built for the right side of 1995-1999 Toyota Avalon models. It uses a metal blade with bracket rod connection and a plastic socket tube connection to match the specified OE-style mounting points.
Key Features
- Brand: Stabilus
- Part number: 5B-8242XM
- Fits 1995-1999 Toyota Avalon, right
- Force rating: 407 N / 92 lb
- Compressed length: 242.5 mm (9.547 in)
- Extended length: 379 mm (14.921 in)
- Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
- Tube diameter: 18 mm (0.709 in)
- Rod connection: metal blade with bracket
- Tube connection: plastic socket
Detailed Description
Stabilus 5B-8242XM is a hood lift support for the right side of Toyota Avalon vehicles from 1995 through 1999. The gas spring is specified at 407 N of force and uses the listed compressed and extended lengths to match the hood support geometry for this application. If you are replacing a worn hood strut on a Toyota Avalon, this part number provides a direct fit reference for the correct side and mounting style.
This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4549R and Focus Auto Parts 84549R for the same application.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Hood drops after being raised
- Hood will not stay open during service
- Weak or slow hood support movement
- Uneven hood lift on the right side
- Original support shows age-related loss of pressure
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle is a 1995-1999 Toyota Avalon and confirm right-side placement before installation. Compare the existing support’s compressed length, extended length, and end fittings to the listed specifications for 5B-8242XM. Support the hood securely before removing the old strut, then align the metal blade with bracket and plastic socket connections with the factory mounting points.
Quality Assurance
Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this hood lift support is built to the stated dimensions and force rating for the listed Avalon application.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Toyota | Avalon | Right | — |
| 1998 | Toyota | Avalon | Right | — |
| 1997 | Toyota | Avalon | Right | — |
| 1996 | Toyota | Avalon | Right | — |
| 1995 | Toyota | Avalon | Right | — |
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