{"product_id":"strongarm-4537-hood-lift-support","title":"StrongArm 4537 Hood Lift Support","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercedes-Benz Hood Lift Support for E-Class\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrongArm 4537 is a specific-fit hood lift support for select Mercedes-Benz E-Class applications. It restores controlled hood opening and holding force for service access on compatible E320, E430, E55 AMG, E300, and E420 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific-fit hood lift support for the front hood application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended length: 18.06 in; compressed length: 11.06 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStroke length: 7.0 in for smooth hood travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum force rating: 129.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack steel outer cylinder with nylon ball socket ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber and Teflon materials for consistent operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo internal rebound spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrongArm 4537 is a hood lift support engineered for Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles that use a 10 mm ball socket connection at both ends. It is built with a steel outer cylinder, nylon ball socket fittings, and internal rubber and Teflon materials to deliver steady hood support and controlled movement. This part number 4537 is a direct replacement style component for maintaining proper hood lift function on compatible Mercedes-Benz E320, E430, E55 AMG, E300, and E420 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHood that drops after being opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeak or inconsistent hood holding force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow or uneven hood lift action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty keeping the hood open during engine bay service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn gas strut performance on Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the 10 mm ball socket ends and compare compressed length, extended length, and stroke before installation. Replace hood lift supports in pairs to maintain balanced hood support and consistent operation. Confirm vehicle application by model year before ordering StrongArm 4537 for Mercedes-Benz E320, E430, E55 AMG, E300, or E420.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrongArm custom engineers its lift supports and manufactures them beyond industry standards for smoother operation and longer service life. StrongArm 4537 is built to meet the demands of hood support service on compatible Mercedes-Benz applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"StrongArm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43613315170485,"sku":"BBZN-4537","price":28.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/Z1_4537_Fro.jpg?v=1774984336","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/strongarm-4537-hood-lift-support","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}