StrongArm 6305 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Kia Sorento

Restore steady hood support on your 2003-2009 Kia Sorento with StrongArm 6305. This specific-fit hood lift support uses a pressurized cylinder design to hold the hood open with controlled movement and consistent support.

• Specific-fit hood lift support for 2003-2009 Kia Sorento
• Extended length: 22.19 in.; compressed length: 13.39 in.
• Stroke length: 8.8 in. for controlled hood travel
• Black steel outer cylinder with rubber and Teflon materials
• Ball socket (nylon) 10mm ends on both sides
• Maximum force rating: 65.0

Detailed Product Overview

StrongArm 6305 is a hood lift support engineered for the Kia Sorento platform and built to replace a worn or weak hood strut with a direct-fit solution. The pressurized cylinder construction helps maintain stable hood positioning, while the steel outer cylinder and low-friction internal materials support smooth operation over repeated use. This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop C95363 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Hood drops after being raised
• Weak or inconsistent hood hold-open support
• Slow, uneven hood lift movement
• Need to replace a failed hood strut on a 2003-2009 Kia Sorento
• Excess effort required to keep the hood open during service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application before installation: Fits 2003-2009 Kia Sorento, N/A. Inspect the hood mounting points and ball studs for wear before installing StrongArm 6305. For proper support and balanced operation, 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-lasting performance. The design uses pressurized cylinder construction and application-specific fitment for the 2003-2009 Kia Sorento.