Stabilus Hood Lift Support P/N:5B-017120
Raise the hood and hold it open smoothly with the Stabilus Hood Lift Support 5B-3269YB, a 9.49-inch gas-charged lift support with dynamic speed control. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 2007-2015 MINI COOPER — see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment. Stabilus builds this Lift-O-Mat unit around a longitudinal groove (a velocity manifold) pressed into the tube wall, letting gas flow around the piston with extension speed and damping engineered for this application.
A worn support that no longer holds the hood up, drifts down, or feels weak is a sign it may need replacing. For best results, replace in pairs.
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What vehicle does this hood lift support fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2007-2015 MINI COOPER. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the correct application for your vehicle.
How long is this lift support?
The manufacturer lists this Stabilus support at 9.49 inches. It is a gas-charged unit with dynamic speed control.
Should I replace both hood supports at once?
For best results, Stabilus recommends replacing them in pairs so both sides open and hold with consistent, balanced motion.
What does the dynamic damping do?
A velocity-manifold groove pressed into the tube wall controls gas flow around the piston, creating a fluid opening motion with no bouncing or jerking during cycling.
How do I know when a hood lift support needs replacing?
Signs it may need replacing include a hood that no longer stays up, drifts down on its own, or opens weakly. Special tools are not required to install.
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.