2Pcs 51238202688 Car Front Engine Hood Bonnet Gas Struts Lift Support Rod Bar for BMW 3 Series E46 M3 2001-2006
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Specifications
- Brand Name
- FitzVito
- High-concerned chemical
- None
- Origin
- Mainland China
- Item Length
- 370mm
- Special Features
- Car Front Engine Hood Bonnet Gas Struts
- Item Width
- 8mm
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- CN
- Material
- Carbon Steel
- Item Height
- 8mm
- Interchange Part Number
- 210204110
- Item Weight
- 300g
- Manufacturer Part Number
- 9842NC
- OEM NO.
- 51238202688
- Other Part Number
- 1381MF
- Placement on Vehicle
- Car Front Engine Hood Bonnet
- Item Name
- Car Front Engine Hood Bonnet Gas Struts
- Fitment 1
- for BMW 3 Series E46 2001-2006
- Fitment 2
- for BMW 3 Series Coupe E46 M3 2001-2006
- Fitment 3
- for BMW 3 Series Compact E46 2001-2006
- Fitment 4
- for BMW 3 Series Convertible E46 2001-2006
- Fitment 5
- for BMW 3 Series Coupe E46 2001-2006
- Fitment 6
- for BMW 3 Series Touring E46 2001-2006
- Fitment 7
- for Alpina B3 E46 1999-2006
- Choice
- yes
- semi_Choice
- yes
Product Description
Installation Tips:
All support rods can be compressed only after being installed on the vehicle. Support rods of some car models are too strong to be compressed by hand.
Item Name: Car Front Engine Hood Bonnet Gas Struts
Material: Carbon Steel
Color: Black
Location: Hood, Front Left and Right
OEM Number: 51238202688, 210204110, 9842NC, 1381MF
Extended Length: 316mm/12.48in
Shaft Diameter: 10mm/0.39in
for BMW 3 Series E46 2001-2006
for BMW 3 Series Coupe E46 M3 2001-2006
for BMW 3 Series Compact E46 2001-2006
for BMW 3 Series Convertible E46 2001-2006
for BMW 3 Series Coupe E46 2001-2006
for BMW 3 Series Touring E46 2001-2006
for Alpina B3 E46 1999-2006
2 x Gas Struts
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Direct OEM replacement 51238202688 for E46 BMW hood
- Carbon steel durable for repeated lifts
- Pair covers left/right, easy hood access
- Precise 370mm fit for 3 Series 2001-2006
Cons
- Must install before compressing, not hand-compressible
- E46 specific, no universal fit
- Gas charged, may lose pressure over years
- No mounting hardware included
Common Questions
What material are the BMW hood gas struts?
Carbon steel construction, black finish, 370mm length, 8mm diameter.
What size and lift force for these struts?
370mm extended length, 8mm width/height; pair provides hood lift support.
Compatible with which BMW models?
For BMW 3 Series E46 (2001-2006), M3 Coupe/Convertible/Compact/Touring, Alpina B3.
How to install these bonnet lift rods?
Compress only after vehicle install; replace OEM 51238202688 left/right hood struts.
Shipping details for 2pcs struts?
Mainland China; 300g pair ships in 10-25 days, 2pcs per order.
Product information last updated on April 11, 2026