• BOXI Qty(1) Front Hood Lift Support strut Shock Gas strut Shock Spring for Audi A3 1996-2003
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BOXI Qty(1) Front Hood Lift Support strut Shock Gas strut Shock Spring for Audi A3 1996-2003/S3 00-03 / VW Cabrio 99-02/Golf 99-05/Jetta 99-05 | Replaces 4346 SG301037

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Placement on Vehicle:Front Hood
Package Included:1pc Front Hood Lift Supports

Why Choose BOXI Front Hood Lift Support strut Shock Gas strut Shock Spring?




  • ? Strong & Reliable Lift: Delivers 101 lbs of stable force to keep the hood securely open during maintenance or inspection.

  • ? Smooth Operation: Gas-charged mechanism ensures consistent, quiet, and controlled hood movement.

  • ? Direct-Fit Installation: Plug-and-play design with ball-socket connections makes replacement fast and hassle-free.

  • ? Long-Term Confidence: Backed by a 5-Year Limited Warranty for long-term confidence and customer satisfaction.







BOXI FAQs





1. Which vehicles are compatible with these tailgate lift supports?


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Compatible with 1998–2001 Audi A4 Quattro (Avant, Base, Confort), 2000–2002 Audi S4 (Avant, Base), and 2001–2005 Seat Leon (Cupra R, FR, Signo, Sport, Stella, Stylance) with compatible L4 and V6 engines.






2. What type of lift supports are these and what material are they made of?


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These are gas-type tailgate lift supports made of steel with ball socket connections on both ends.






3. What are the dimensions and force specifications?


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Extended length: 19.69 in (500 mm), stroke: 8.08 in (205 mm), compressed length: 11.61 in(295 mm), force: 101 lbs (450 N).





4. Is installation hardware included?


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No, hardware is not included, but the supports are designed for direct-fit replacement of the tailgate.







5. What warranty and interchange part numbers are provided?


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Comes with a 5-year warranty. Interchange part numbers include 8D9827552G, 8D9 827 552 G, TFS612577, 819-8145, SG301035, D96526, D6526, 8D9 827 552 E, 8D9 827 552 B, 8D9 827 552.










Extended Length [in] 19.69
Compressed Length [in] 11.84

Fits the following Audi Years:
2002-2003 | A3 Advance Hatchback 2-Door
2001-2003 | A3 Ambiente Hatchback 2-Door
2000-2001 | A3 Ambition Hatchback 2-Door
2000-2003 | A3 Attraction Hatchback 2-Door
1998-1999 | A3 Base Hatchback 2-Door
1996-1997 | A3 Base Hatchback 4-Door
2000-2003 | S3 Base Hatchback 2-Door

Fits the following Volkswagen Cabrio Years:
1999 | Base Convertible 2-Door
2000-2002 | GL Convertible 2-Door
1999-2002 | GLS Convertible 2-Door
2001-2002 | GLX Convertible 2-Door

Fits the following Volkswagen Golf Years:
2000-2002 | Base Hatchback 2-Door
1999-2005 | GL Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999-2005 | GLS Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999 | GTI Hatchback 2-Door
2004 | Gl Tdi Hatchback 2-Door
2004 | Gls Tdi Hatchback 2-Door
2002-2005 | Gti 1.8t Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
2003 | Gti 20th Anniversary Hatchback 2-Door
2002 | Gti 337 Hatchback 2-Door
2000-2001 | Gti Gls Hatchback 2-Door
2000-2001 | Gti Glx Hatchback 2-Door
2002-2005 | Gti Vr6 Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
2004 | R32 Hatchback 2-Door
1999 | TDI Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
2005 | TDI Hatchback 2-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999 | Wolfsburg Edition Hatchback 2-Door Hood

Fits the following Volkswagen Jetta Years:
1999 | Base Sedan 4-Door
1999-2005 | GL Sedan 4-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
2002-2005 | GLI Sedan 4-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999-2005 | GLS Sedan 4-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999-2003 | GLX Sedan 4-Door
1999-2005 | TDI Sedan 4-Door-To Chassis Number 9M-5-149-999 Note 19.69"" Extended
1999 | Wolfsburg Edition Sedan 4-Door
2001 | Wolfsburg Edition Sedan 4-Door

Specifications

Brand BOXI
Hardware Included: No
Extended Length (in) 19.69
Extended Length (mm): 500
Stroke (in): 8.27
Stroke (mm): 210
Compressed Length (in) 11.42
Compressed Length (mm): 290
Force (Lbs) 79
Force (Newtons) 350
Cylinder Diameter (in): 0.71
Cylinder Diameter (mm): 18
Rod Diameter (in): 0.31
Rod Diameter (mm): 8
Body Connection: Ball Socket
Shaft Connection: Ball Socket
Type: Gas
Material Steel
Unit of Measure: Each
Warranty Terms 5 Years
Interchange Part Number 1J0 823 359 C, 1J0 823 359 D, 8L0 823 359, 1K0 823 359 A, 1K0823359A, 8L0823359, 1J0823359C, 1J0823359D, TFS612485, 1201-317607, 819-6056, 612485, SG301037, D95897, D4346, 901493, 819-4172, 510-824, 4346, 1JM 823 359, 1J0823359B
BOXI Qty(1) Front Hood Lift Support strut Shock Gas strut Shock Spring for Audi A3 1996-2003/S3 00-03 / VW Cabrio 99-02/Golf 99-05/Jetta 99-05 | Replaces 4346 SG301037

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