Tuff Support 611565 Liftgate Lift Support

Tuff Support 611565 Liftgate Lift Support

Tuff Support 611565 is a liftgate lift support for Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda Navajo applications. It is built by ISC Industries, a Turkish manufacturer focused on lift support production, for direct replacement use on the rear liftgate.

Key Features

• Liftgate lift support for rear hatch and liftgate operation
• Fits 2003 Ford Explorer, N/A
• Fits 1991-2001 Ford Explorer, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A
• Fits 2002 Ford Explorer, N/A, Sport Model
• Fits 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
• Fits 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, N/A
• Part number 611565 for application matching and catalog lookup

Application Details

This liftgate support is specified for rear liftgate service on Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, and Mazda Navajo models across the listed years. Use 611565 when replacing a worn support on a 2003 Ford Explorer, a 1991-2001 Ford Explorer, or a 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport. It also covers the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Model, 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Liftgate that drops instead of staying open
• Weak or inconsistent rear hatch support
• Hard-to-lift tailgate or liftgate operation
• Noise or movement from a worn gas strut
• Reduced support when loading cargo through the rear opening

Installation Notes

Match the vehicle year, model, and trim notes before installation. Confirm the liftgate mounting points and replace the support only on the listed rear application. For best results, compare the original support length and end fittings to part number 611565 before removal.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer based in Turkey. This background supports consistent production for rear liftgate replacement parts such as 611565.