Stabilus 5B-8333BN Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for BMW E32 Applications

This Stabilus hood lift support is built for BMW hood applications that need controlled opening and secure hold-up. It is a direct-fit style support for select 1988-1994 BMW 7 Series models, including the 735i, 735iL, 740i, 740iL, and 750iL.

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 5B-8333BN
• Force rating: 420 N / 94 lb
• Compressed length: 161 mm / 6.339 in
• Extended length: 254 mm / 10 in
• Rod diameter: 6 mm / 0.236 in
• Tube diameter: 15.6 mm / 0.614 in
• Rod and tube connections: metal blade with retaining clip
• Rod end attachment diameter: 8.3 mm / 0.327 in

Fitment Details

• Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740i, N/A.
• Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740iL, N/A, E32 body.
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735i, N/A.
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, N/A.
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 750iL, N/A.

Use this hood lift support when replacing a worn gas strut that no longer holds the hood in position or opens with consistent resistance. The Stabilus 5B-8333BN is sized for the listed BMW 7 Series applications and uses metal blade connections with retaining clips at both ends for a secure attachment. This part cross-references URO 51231908465 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Hood that drops after being opened
• Weak or uneven hood lift assistance
• Hood that no longer stays raised
• Slow, inconsistent hood opening
• Noise or looseness from a worn support strut

Installation Notes

Confirm compressed length, extended length, and end fitting style before installation. Match the metal blade with retaining clip connections to the original mounting points, and inspect the hood hinges and attachment points for wear before replacing the support. Verify the vehicle application by model year and body style, especially on BMW 740iL E32 body vehicles.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier of gas springs and lift supports, and this hood support is built to match the listed dimensional and force specifications for the confirmed BMW applications.