Tuff Support 612545 Liftgate Lift Support

Tuff Support Liftgate Lift Support 612545

Tuff Support 612545 is a liftgate lift support for vehicles equipped with a defroster terminal. It is a direct-fit body hardware replacement for select Volkswagen Golf, Ford, and Mercury applications, including Mark III Golf models.

Key Features

• Liftgate lift support for body and door service
• Fits applications with a defroster terminal
• Direct replacement part for select Volkswagen Golf, Ford LTD, Fairmont, Pinto, and Mercury Marquis, Zephyr, and Bobcat models
• Part number 612545 for accurate ordering and fitment lookup
• Built by Tuff Support, a brand owned by ISC Industries of Turkey

Fitment Details

• Fits 1996-1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Mark III w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1985-1995 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal, Mark III
• Fits 1982-1986 Mercury Marquis, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1978 Mercury Marquis, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1978-1985 Ford LTD, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1978-1981 Ford Fairmont, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1978-1981 Mercury Zephyr, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1974-1980 Ford Pinto, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal
• Fits 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, N/A, w/ Defroster Terminal

What This Part Helps Address

• Weak or failing liftgate support that no longer holds the hatch properly
• Liftgate drop or poor opening control
• Difficulty keeping the rear hatch open during loading or service
• Replacement needs for vehicles with a rear defroster terminal connection

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and defroster-terminal configuration before ordering. This part number 612545 is listed for specific Volkswagen Golf, Ford, and Mercury applications, including Mark III Golf models. Match the existing lift support style and mounting points to confirm proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer based in Turkey. That manufacturing background supports consistent production for body and door service parts such as this liftgate lift support.