Body Mechanical & Trim
Trunk Strut
Trunk struts are the gas lift supports that open your trunk lid and hold it up while you load. We list 38 struts from $10 to $62 for 1983-2020 vehicles, from Rhino Pac, Monroe, Sachs, Strong Arm and Stabilus, with many for the Chevrolet Impala and Ford Focus and others for the Chrysler 300.
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Signs of a worn trunk strut
Gas struts slowly lose pressure. A trunk lid that will not open by itself, rises only part way or drifts down after you let go needs new struts. The problem often shows up first in cold weather.
Oil streaks on the strut body mean the seal is leaking, which leads to fast loss of lift. A falling trunk lid can hurt someone, so replace weak struts promptly.
Left, right and pairs
Most cars with trunk struts use two, one on each side. On some cars, the left and right struts are the same part, and on others they differ. The listing shows the position.
Replace both struts at the same time. A new strut on one side and a weak one on the other puts uneven force on the lid and hinges. Note that some cars use torsion bars or springs instead of struts, so confirm your car has struts first.
Easy installation
Prop the lid open with a broom handle or have a helper hold it. Lift the small retaining clip on each end with a flat screwdriver and pull the strut off the ball stud.
Fit the new strut with the same orientation as the old one, usually with the shaft end pointing down. Use the fitment table, as length and lift force must match the lid weight. A spoiler adds weight, so check whether your trim had one.
Trunk Strut questions
Do I need to replace both trunk struts?
Yes. Both struts age together, and replacing one leaves uneven lift that can twist the lid and wear the new strut faster. Two worn struts also put extra strain on the trunk hinges.
Does my car use trunk struts or torsion bars?
Look at the hinges when the trunk is open. Gas cylinders on each side mean struts. Metal rods across the opening are torsion bars. Check which design your car uses before you order.
Are trunk struts the same as hood struts?
No. They have different lengths and lift forces to match the weight of each panel. Choose the struts listed for your trunk lid. A strut with the wrong force can make the lid hard to close or slow to rise.