Tuff Support 612053 Liftgate Lift Support

Liftgate Support for Infiniti QX4 and Nissan Pathfinder

Tuff Support 612053 is a liftgate lift support for select Infiniti QX4 and Nissan Pathfinder applications. It is built by ISC Industries, a Turkish manufacturer focused on lift support production, and is listed for direct vehicle fitment on the applications below.

Key Features

• Liftgate lift support for body door service
• Fits 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4, N/A, supplied w/ brackets
• Fits 2001 Nissan Pathfinder, N/A, to 05-2001
• Fits 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder, N/A
• Tuff Support part number 612053 for fitment-based search and ordering

Application Details

This Tuff Support liftgate support is specified for Infiniti QX4 and Nissan Pathfinder rear liftgate service. Use it when replacing a worn support on a 1997-2003 Infiniti QX4, a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder built to 05-2001, or a 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder. Part number 612053 is the reference to verify the correct application before installation.

What It Helps Fix

• Liftgate that will not stay open
• Weak or slow liftgate movement
• Drooping rear hatch during loading or unloading
• Loss of support from a worn gas strut
• Difficulty accessing the cargo area safely

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, model, and build date before ordering, especially for the 2001 Nissan Pathfinder application noted to 05-2001. The 1997-2003 Infiniti QX4 listing is supplied with brackets, while the Pathfinder listings do not include bracket notes in the fitment data. Compare the original support length, end fittings, and mounting points to the removed part before installation.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer based in Turkey. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.