Volvo Hood Strut - Vaico 31218478

Product Information

Hood lift supports, or gas struts, are pressurized cylinders designed to hold up a car's hood. Over time, they can fail due to a pressure drop, often caused by exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, or contaminants. Cold weather, in particular, can reduce the gas pressure inside the struts, making them less effective at supporting the hood during cooler conditions.

• The hood may feel heavier or fail to stay open as high as before due to a gas leak in the lift support
• Grease or oil leaking from the existing shocks
• Seeping noise or creaks coming from the shocks when lifting the hood or trunk
• Hood or trunk fails to stay open when raised

About Vaico

VAICO premium brand is well known for smart repair solutions for engine and transmission parts on the global independent aftermarket. With over 28,000 high-quality spare parts and 2,700,000 vehicle connections, we guarantee a high level of vehicle coverage: our extensive range of transmission components and spare parts for air control systems and engine control covers a wide range of models. Our professional vehicle repair range also includes further products from the cooling, steering, brakes, body and filter categories, as well as certified “Made in Germany” fluids.

VAICO specializes in providing innovative repair solutions put together by our experts for every workshop: VAICO Expert Kits+ make it easier to identify and procure parts and also reduce the storage capacity needed. The service-orientated Expert Kits+ are easy to install and meet the highest standard of installation safety – and save time and money.