Tuff Support 610472 Hood Lift Support

Hood Lift Support for Subaru Forester

This Tuff Support hood lift support is a direct-fit replacement for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester 2.0 L application. It helps restore controlled hood opening and holding performance when the original support no longer maintains pressure.

• Fits 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, 2.0 L
• Hood lift support for body and hood service
• Replacement for worn or weak hood struts
• Tuff Support part number 610472

Product Details

Tuff Support, part number 610472, is manufactured under ISC Industries, a lift support producer based in Turkey. This hood lift support is built for the Subaru Forester and is listed for the 2.0 L engine application across the 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 model years. If you are searching for a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester hood lift support or a 610472 replacement hood strut, this part matches that application.

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

Common Problems It Can Address

• Hood that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent hood support force
• Slow hood lift after release
• Need for a replacement hood strut on a Subaru Forester

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle is a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester with the 2.0 L engine before ordering. Compare the original support length, end fittings, and mounting points to confirm match with part number 610472. Support the hood securely during replacement and inspect both sides of the hood lift system if the vehicle uses paired supports.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is backed by ISC Industries manufacturing expertise in lift support production. Part 610472 is built for the specified Subaru Forester fitment and is intended to restore normal hood support operation when the original unit is worn.