URO 51231869147 Hood Lift Support - Left or Right

BMW Hood Lift Support

This URO hood lift support restores steady hood opening and holding force for select BMW applications. It is built for direct replacement use on 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi and 1985-1987 BMW 735i, with fitment also listed for 1987-1988 BMW M6.

• Fits 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi, right
• Fits 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi, left
• Fits 1987-1988 BMW M6, right
• Fits 1985-1987 BMW 735i, right
• Fits 1985-1987 BMW 735i, left
• OE-style end fittings for direct installation
• High-pressure gas strut restores original hood lift assistance
• Metal housing and piston rod assemblies resist wear
• Low-friction rod guides and oil seals support leak-free operation

Part number 51231869147 is a hood lift support engineered to replace a worn or weak strut that no longer holds the hood properly. It uses a maintenance-free gas strut design and OE-style mounting ends to match the original hood support function on BMW 635CSi, BMW M6, and BMW 735i models.

This part cross-references Stabilus 4B-1513BN for the same application.

Common Replacement Symptoms

• Hood drops after being opened
• Hood requires manual support while servicing
• Weak or uneven hood lift action
• Visible oil leakage from the strut body
• Slow or inconsistent hood opening

Installation Notes

Verify side and vehicle application before installation. The OE-style end fittings support straightforward DIY replacement, and the strut should be installed with the hood securely supported during removal and installation.

Quality Assurance

URO 51231869147 uses a high-pressure gas strut design with metal housing and piston rod assemblies, low-friction rod guides, and oil seals for long service life. It includes a 24 Month Unlimited Mileage Warranty.