Tuff Support 614397 Hood Lift Support

BMW E34 Hood Lift Support

Tuff Support 614397 is a hood lift support for select BMW E34 chassis applications. It provides direct-fit hood support for BMW 525i, 530i, 540i, 525iT, 535i, and M5 models from 1988-1995, helping restore controlled hood opening and holding force.

Key Features

• Fits select 1988-1995 BMW E34 body code applications
• Direct replacement hood lift support for the hood/body area
• Supports consistent hood opening and retention
• Built by Tuff Support, a brand owned by ISC Industries of Turkey
• Part number 614397 for easy identification and ordering

Detailed Description

This Tuff Support hood lift support is made for BMW E34 models including the 1989-1995 BMW 525i, 1994-1995 BMW 530i, 1994-1995 BMW 540i, 1993 BMW 525iT, 1989-1993 BMW 535i, and 1988-1993 BMW M5. If you are searching for a hood lift support for BMW 525i E34, BMW M5 E34 hood support, or a replacement hood strut for BMW 540i, part number 614397 matches the listed applications. Tuff Support is part of ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer based in Turkey.

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

What It Helps Address

• Hood that will not stay open
• Weak or slow hood lift action
• Loss of support from a worn gas strut
• Inconsistent hood holding force during service
• Need for a replacement hood lift support on BMW E34 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle body code and model year before ordering. Confirm the existing hood support matches the E34 application and compare mounting points to the original part. Replace worn supports in a controlled manner so the hood remains supported during service.

Quality Assurance

Tuff Support is owned by ISC Industries, a lift support manufacturer with established production in Turkey. Part number 614397 is built for the listed BMW E34 fitments and is identified for direct application matching.