Hood Prop Rod for 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 & More - Dorman 45904

$16.99

Dorman - HELP Hood Prop Rod Service Kit 45904

Part number: 45904

UPC: 889245948892

Condition: New

Weight: 0.80 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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Dorman - HELP Hood Prop Rod Service Kit P/N:45904

$16.99

Description

Keep the hood held open hands-free while you work under it with the Dorman HELP Hood Prop Rod Service Kit, part number 45904. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500, 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500 and 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.

This hood prop support rod is deployed when the hinged hood is opened, so the panel stays raised without being held by hand. Prop rods are commonly replaced after they are damaged by overloading or in a collision. Dorman builds this one from quality materials and engineers it for reliable performance and durability.

Direct replacement: Designed to help hold the hood open on the listed applications when the original rod has been damaged by overloading or a collision.
Ideal solution: Engineered to replace a failed prop rod, and built to fit and function like the original rod.
Durable construction: Designed and made to strict specifications for reliable performance.
Trustworthy quality: Backed by Dorman's product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.

Interchange: 68009856AA · 9068870072

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Vehicles it fits

Interchange numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

68009856AA, 9068870072

Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Dorman 45904 hood prop rod do?

It is a hood prop support rod. You deploy it when the hood is opened, and it holds the hood raised so your hands stay free.

Will it fit my Sprinter?

Popular listed applications include the 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500, 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 3500 and 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your vehicle.

What are signs a hood prop rod may need replacing?

Replacement may be due if the rod is bent, cracked or broken, or no longer holds the hood up securely. Prop rods are commonly replaced after overloading or collision damage.

Which part numbers does it interchange with?

The Dorman 45904 interchanges with 68009856AA and 9068870072.

Is it a direct replacement for the original rod?

Yes. Dorman designs it to fit and function like the original rod on the listed applications. Follow the vehicle service information for installation.