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Tuff Support 610043 Hood Lift Support

Brand	Tuff Support 610043
Fits	Mercedes-Benz · 16 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Restores smooth, reliable hood support.

Hood lift support for dependable opening and holding.

Made by ISC Industries, a lift support specialist.

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Mercedes-Benz SLK Hood Lift Support

Tuff Support 610043 is a hood lift support for select Mercedes-Benz SLK models from 1998-2004. It is built for direct replacement use on the listed applications and follows the original fitment notes for the vehicle-specific end fitting and plastic cover reuse.

Key Features

Fits select Mercedes-Benz SLK200, SLK230, SLK320, and SLK32 AMG applications
Hood lift support for body/hood service
Vehicle-specific fitment for 1998-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK models
Use old plastic cover as noted for the listed applications
Remove the push button end fitting from the old gas spring and re-use where specified
Part number 610043 for ordering and catalog matching

Detailed Description

Tuff Support 610043 is a hood lift support made for select Mercedes-Benz SLK models, including the SLK200, SLK230, SLK320, and SLK32 AMG. Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a Turkish lift support manufacturer, and this part is cataloged for the specific Mercedes-Benz hood application shown in the fitment data. Use the existing plastic cover and, where noted, transfer the push button end fitting from the original gas spring.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

Hood that no longer stays open securely
Weak or worn gas spring performance
Slow or uneven hood lift action
Need for a direct-fit replacement on the listed Mercedes-Benz SLK models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2003-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK200, N/A; use old plastic cover and remove the push button end fitting from the old gas spring and re-use
Fits 1998-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, N/A; remove the push button end fitting from the old gas spring and re-use, use old plastic cover
Fits 2002-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK32 AMG, N/A; use old plastic cover and remove the push button end fitting from the old gas spring and re-use
Fits 2001-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK320, N/A; use old plastic cover and remove the push button end fitting from the old gas spring and re-use
Verify the original hardware and end fitting style before installation

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is backed by ISC Industries’ lift support manufacturing experience, giving this hood lift support a vehicle-specific replacement focus for Mercedes-Benz SLK applications.

This part fits 16 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Body Type	# Doors	Position	Notes
2004	Mercedes-Benz	SLK200	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2004	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
2004	Mercedes-Benz	SLK32 AMG	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2004	Mercedes-Benz	SLK320	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2003	Mercedes-Benz	SLK200	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2003	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
2003	Mercedes-Benz	SLK32 AMG	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2003	Mercedes-Benz	SLK320	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2002	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
2002	Mercedes-Benz	SLK32 AMG	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2002	Mercedes-Benz	SLK320	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2001	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
2001	Mercedes-Benz	SLK320	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Use old plastic cover Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use
2000	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
1999	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
1998	Mercedes-Benz	SLK230	Convertible	2 Door	N/A	Remove push button end fitting from old gas spring and re-use, Use old plastic cover
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