StrongArm 4439 Hood Lift Support

StrongArm Hood Lift Support for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable

Restore controlled hood movement with the StrongArm 4439 hood lift support. This specific-fit gas strut is engineered for 1986-1995 Ford Taurus and 1986-1995 Mercury Sable models without hood light, helping the hood open smoothly and stay securely raised.

• Specific-fit hood lift support for confirmed vehicle applications
• Extended length: 19.6 in.; compressed length: 13.3 in.
• Stroke length: 6.3 in. for controlled hood travel
• Maximum force: 103.0 for hood support performance
• Steel outer cylinder with black finish
• Nylon eyelet end and nylon 10 mm ball socket end
• Rubber and Teflon materials for operating consistency

Product Details

StrongArm 4439 is a hood lift support built as a direct-fit replacement for the hood on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications listed below. It uses a pressurized cylinder design to assist hood opening and hold the hood in the raised position, with dimensions and end fittings matched for specific vehicle fitment. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 for the same application.

Fits 1986-1995 Ford Taurus, without Hood Light. Fits 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, without Hood Light. The StrongArm 4439 part number is also commonly searched as 4439 for these vehicle applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Hood drops after being opened
• Weak or inconsistent hood support
• Hood that is difficult to raise or lower smoothly
• Loss of controlled hood positioning during service checks
• Worn gas strut performance on aging Taurus or Sable models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is equipped without a hood light before ordering. Compare the compressed length, extended length, stroke length, and end fittings to the original support before installation. For safe operation and balanced hood movement, replace hood lift supports in pairs when servicing the hood system.

Quality Assurance

StrongArm states that each lift support is custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards for smoother operation and longer service life. The 4439 is built for specific-fit applications and is designed to meet the dimensional and functional requirements of the listed Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models.