This Febi Gas Spring is designed for supporting the hood of a vehicle, providing controlled opening and closing functionality. Manufactured in Germany, this gas spring utilizes compressed gas to assist with lifting and holding the hood securely. It features an extension force of 350 Newton, a housing diameter of 15, a piston rod diameter of 6, and dimensions of 1 x 420 x 60 mm. The lifting length is 93 and the overall length is 254,5. This ensures smooth, effortless operation and enhances safety by preventing accidental hood closures. These springs are basically hydraulic pistons filled with gas. They use that gas pressure to help lift and support the weight of your hood. They control how easily it opens and stays open, and how smoothly it comes down. They don’t do the lifting entirely, your hood latch still holds it closed, but they really take a load off, making it much easier to get under the hood. Think of it as a helper muscle for your hood. It’s connected on either side of the hood, and when you release the latch, the spring extends, pushing the hood up. When you close the hood, it compresses. It’s a simple mechanism, but it’s crucial for accessibility to the engine. It's part of the body structure that manages how the hood operates. Well, you’ll notice if one goes bad. Your hood will start to feel heavy, or it might even fall down on you unexpectedly. That’s obviously a safety issue. They can also weaken over time, so the hood might not stay up on its own, and you have to prop it up with a stick or something. That's just inconvenient and a little dangerous. They protect you, and make working on your car much easier. A failing gas spring can also put stress on the hood latch and other components, so it’s best to replace them when they start to go. We’ve got a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, and they’re a fairly straightforward DIY job if you’re comfortable doing a little work yourself. Shop with confidence: Gas Spring for Hood (MPN 08240) comes with a 3 year manufacturer guarantee!

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Why Choose Febi?

• Febi parts are made to the same standards as original equipment, so you get reliable quality. • We offer a really wide range of parts, covering most makes and models – meaning you can likely find everything you need in one place. • Febi has been around for over 75 years, so we know a thing or two about auto parts and what mechanics need. • Our parts are priced fairly, giving you a great balance between quality and cost. Febi – trusted quality, available at FixParts Online!