Volkswagen Golf 1K Hood Bonnet Gas Strut Spring Left Right N/O/S 1K0823359A

Volkswagen Golf 1K Hood Bonnet Gas Strut Spring Left Right is an original component from the Hood hinges, locks and other parts group, designed to operate on both sides of the engine bay. It enables safe and stable support of the hood, which facilitates service operations and daily access to the power unit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K0823359A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K0823359A
• Substitutable numbers: 1K0823359A, 1K0 823 359 A
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood gas strut

The hood gas strut in the Volkswagen Golf 1K is responsible for the controlled lifting and support of the engine hood, minimizing the risk of it falling suddenly. This component works in a pair on the right and left sides, ensuring even load distribution and predictable hood behavior during opening and closing.

Thanks to its precise fit to the Volkswagen body structure, the gas strut works in conjunction with hinges and locks, creating a coherent system responsible for convenient access to the engine bay and comfortable service activities.

Construction and body fitment

The presented gas strut is a component intended for installation on both the right and left side, which facilitates the selection of parts when replacing a complete pair. The design has been engineered to work with the factory mounting points in the Golf 1K, ensuring that installation is predictable and does not require body modifications.

Properly selected operating parameters of the gas strut allow for smooth lifting of the hood, without jerking or excessive strain on the hinges. This is particularly important in vehicles used on a daily basis, where the hood is regularly opened for fluid checks or periodic inspections.

Condition, origin and benefits of use

The hood gas strut offered as a used part allows for an economical replacement of a worn-out component while maintaining factory performance characteristics. Compared to low-quality replacements, the original Volkswagen component ensures proper fitment with the hood and mounting elements, which translates into stable support and predictable operation in the long term.

Using the correct gas strut is important not only for convenience but also for safety – a properly functioning component reduces the risk of the hood falling uncontrollably while working in the engine bay.

Application in the hood system and compatibility

The gas strut is part of the assembly of elements responsible for operating the hood in the Volkswagen Golf 1K, working in the immediate vicinity of hinges, locks, and other components of this body area. Due to its design for installation on both sides of the vehicle, it can be used both for one-sided repair and for a comprehensive replacement of a pair of gas struts.

Properly matching the part to the specific body version is crucial for maintaining the correct hood opening geometry and avoiding excessive stress on the hinges and locks.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as gas struts, locks, or hood hinges, check the available parts in the Volkswagen hood hinges, locks and other parts category.

Practical tips for choosing used parts

When choosing a used hood gas strut, it is worth paying attention to compliance with the manufacturer's markings and the intended use for a specific body model. Practical advice on purchasing dismantled parts may also be helpful – you can find them in the article Buying used car parts • Most common mistakes when choosing tuning parts, which discusses typical pitfalls and best practices when selecting components.

If you are interested in a broader context of the use of electronics and modules in modern cars, as well as the role of dismantled parts in maintaining vehicle efficiency, additional information will be provided by the blog post Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models using dismantled parts?.