Vaico V10-3235 Hatch Lift Support

VAICO Tailgate Gas Strut for Audi Q5 and SQ5

VAICO V10-3235 is a tailgate gas strut for Audi Q5 and Audi SQ5 applications with a manually opened liftgate. It is built with a 500 mm length, 193 mm stroke, and 8 mm height profile to match the specified rear hatch support requirements for these vehicles.

Key Features

• Fits 2009-2017 Audi Q5, N/A
• Fits 2014-2017 Audi SQ5, N/A
• Length: 500 mm
• Stroke: 193 mm
• Height: 8 mm
• Width: 22 mm
• Vehicle equipment: for vehicles without automatically opening tailgate
• Part number: V10-3235

Product Details

VAICO VAICO V10-3235 is specified for rear hatch support on Audi Q5 and Audi SQ5 models that do not use an automatically opening tailgate. The compact body dimensions and 193 mm stroke support controlled liftgate movement, while the 500 mm overall length helps match the OE-style application requirements. This part cross-references Febi-Bilstein 31681 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Rear hatch that drops instead of staying open
• Liftgate that feels weak or uneven during opening
• Tailgate support loss from worn gas pressure
• Difficulty holding the hatch in the raised position
• Reduced rear access due to failing hatch strut performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle is equipped without an automatically opening tailgate before ordering. Verify the mounting style, overall length, and stroke against the original support on the vehicle. Fitment includes 2009-2017 Audi Q5 and 2014-2017 Audi SQ5, with additional 2009-2013 Audi Q5 listings noted in the catalog data. Check the existing strut for matching dimensions and application details before installation.

Quality Assurance

VAICO parts are cataloged for OE-style replacement applications and are identified here by part number V10-3235 for accurate ordering and fitment verification.