Hold your hood up and keep it there with the Tuff Support Hood Lift Support 612963. This gas-charged strut installs as a direct-fit replacement on the 2009-2013 Subaru Forester, 2008-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2014 Subaru WRX, and 2013-2014 Subaru WRX STI, taking the place of a worn original that no longer holds the hood open on its own.
If a failed lift support is the reason your hood won't stay up, this replaces it. Many vehicles use a support on each side of the hood — check your vehicle to confirm how many your hood uses. Manufacturer part number 612963.
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What does this part do?
It's a gas-charged hood lift support that helps raise the hood and hold it open, giving you hands-free access to the engine bay.
Which vehicles does it fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 2009-2013 Subaru Forester, 2008-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2014 Subaru WRX, and 2013-2014 Subaru WRX STI. See the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your vehicle.
How do I know my lift support is worn out?
If the hood drifts down, drops on its own, or has to be propped up by hand, the support has likely lost its gas charge and may need replacing.
How many do I need?
Many hoods use a support on each side. Check your vehicle to see how many it uses, since this can vary by application.
What is the manufacturer part number?
This is Tuff Support manufacturer part number 612963.
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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.
