Tuff Support 610271 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Volkswagen Applications

Tuff Support 610271 is a hood lift support for select Volkswagen models from 2009-2014. It is built for direct-fit hood support service on the Volkswagen GTI, Jetta, Golf SportWagen, and Golf listed below.

Key Features

• Direct-fit hood lift support for body and hood service
• Fits 2010-2014 Volkswagen GTI, N/A, Body Code 5K1, Mark VI
• Fits 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2010-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, N/A
• Fits 2010-2012 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Body Code 5K1, Model year from 01.2009, Mark VI
• Part number 610271 for fitment verification and ordering

Detailed Description

Tuff Support 610271 is a hood lift support made for Volkswagen hood service applications across multiple model years. Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a Turkish lift support manufacturer, and this part is listed for the Volkswagen GTI, Jetta, Golf SportWagen, and Golf shown in the fitment data. Use part number 610271 when matching the correct hood support for these vehicles.

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

What It Helps Solve

• Weak hood support that no longer holds the hood open securely
• Hood drop or slow lift during engine bay access
• Difficulty checking fluids or performing under-hood maintenance
• Worn lift support performance on Volkswagen GTI, Jetta, Golf SportWagen, and Golf models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and body code before ordering. Confirm the hood support location and compare the existing part number 610271 to the replacement before installation. Inspect mounting points and surrounding hardware for wear or damage during service.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is backed by ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer based in Turkey, and is supplied as an automotive replacement part for the listed Volkswagen applications.