Raise and hold your rear glass or liftgate with the Stabilus Back Glass / Liftgate Lift Support 4F-484474 (also written 4F484474), a gas-charged lift support with built-in electrical terminals. This Elektro-Lift is an OE-equivalent, direct-fit replacement for the 1973-1980 Ford Pinto, 1978-1981 Ford Fairmont, 1978-1982 Ford LTD, 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, 1978 and 1982 Mercury Marquis, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1978-1981 Mercury Zephyr, and 1985-1993 Volkswagen Golf. It is listed under both the Back Glass Lift Support and Liftgate Lift Support names.
With a 19.68-inch extended length and a precision seal-guide system, this support is built to match original equipment standards and function. For balanced operation, Stabilus recommends replacing lift supports in pairs.
Interchange: 819-5211
C95064DL · 84405 · IH6827550 · C95064 · 901247 · 8195211 · 484474 · 4405 · D4405 · 612545 · SG304004 · TSG304004
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What does this lift support do?
It's a gas-charged support that raises and holds the rear glass or liftgate open, and its electrical terminals complete the circuit for rear defrost and wiper systems.
Which vehicles does the 4F-484474 fit?
It fits the 1973-1980 Ford Pinto, 1978-1981 Ford Fairmont, 1978-1982 Ford LTD, 1975-1980 Mercury Bobcat, 1978 and 1982 Mercury Marquis, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1978-1981 Mercury Zephyr, and 1985-1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Why does this support have electrical terminals?
The spade terminals on the end fittings complete an electrical circuit for the rear defrost and wiper systems, allowing plug-and-play power connections during installation.
Should I replace both lift supports at once?
Stabilus recommends replacing supports in pairs for balanced, even operation, though each is sold individually.
What is the extended length of this support?
This lift support has a 19.68-inch extended length, matching the original equipment design for proper fit, form and function.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
