Tailgate Gas Strut – VW e-up! & e-load up! – Febi 38187
This gas spring supports the tailgate on the Volkswagen e-up! and e-load up! It fits the left or right side, is 362.5 mm long and has an extension force of 470 N. The strut is 362.5 mm long, with an 18 mm housing, an 8 mm piston rod, a 117 mm lifting length and an extension force of 470 N.
Gas struts lose pressure over time, especially in cold weather. A weak strut lets the tailgate drop or close on its own, which can be a safety risk when loading. If the tailgate will not stay up, or only stays up when it is fully open, the struts need replacing.
This is Febi part number 38187, made by the bilstein group.
Febi is a brand of the bilstein group, a German parts maker that supplies replacement parts for cars and vans across the world. Each part is made to match the original in fit and function, so it fits without modification.
The bilstein group parts finder lists this gas spring for the Volkswagen e-up! (BL1, 2013 to 2016) 60 kW and (BL2, 2016 on) 60 and 61 kW; Volkswagen e-load up! (BL1, 2014 to 2016) 60 kW and (BL2, 2016 to 2019) 60 kW. The table shows every version listed. Compare the part number on your existing part with the numbers on this page before ordering.
Key Benefits
- 470 N extension force
- 362.5 mm long
- Fits the left or right side
- Made by the bilstein group
Specifications
- Diameter of the Attachment Points: 18 mm
- Extension Force: 470 N
- Housing Diameter: 18 mm
- Housing Length: 209 mm
- Length: 362.5 mm
- Lifting Length: 117 mm
- Piston Rod Diameter: 8 mm
- Fitting Position: Left and right
- Part Number: Febi 38187
Replaces Volkswagen part numbers 1S6 827 550 E, 1S6 827 550 C and 1S6 827 550 D.
Installation
Easy to fit. Support the tailgate securely, release the clips at each end of the old strut and pull it off the ball studs.
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| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Diameter of the Attachment Points | 18 mm |
| Extension Force | 470 N |
| Housing Diameter | 18 mm |
| Housing Length | 209 mm |
| Length | 362.5 mm |
| Lifting Length | 117 mm |
| Piston Rod Diameter | 8 mm |
| Fitting Position | Left and right |
| Part Number | Febi 38187 |
Fits The Following Models
| Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | e-load up! (BL1) 2014 – 2016 | (E) – 60 kW / 82 hp |
| Volkswagen | e-load up! (BL2) 2016 – 2019 | (E) – 60 kW / 82 hp |
| Volkswagen | e-up! (BL1) 2013 – 2016 | (E) – 60 kW / 82 hp |
| Volkswagen | e-up! (BL2) 2016 – | (E) – 61 kW / 83 hp |
| Volkswagen | e-up! (BL2) 2016 – | (E) – 60 kW / 82 hp |
Tailgate Gas Strut – VW e-up! & e-load up! – Febi 38187 FAQs
Which part numbers does it replace?
It replaces Volkswagen part numbers 1S6 827 550 E, 1S6 827 550 C and 1S6 827 550 D.
Should I replace both struts?
Yes. Replacing both keeps the tailgate balanced and stops the new strut being overloaded.
How strong is it?
It has an extension force of 470 N and a lifting length of 117 mm.
Does it fit the e-up! BL3?
The parts finder lists it for the e-up! BL1 and BL2 and the e-load up!, but not the e-up! BL3.
Will it fit my e-up! or e-load up!?
The parts finder lists it for the Volkswagen e-up! and e-load up!. Compare the part number on your existing part, or send us your registration and we will confirm.
Is this a genuine Volkswagen part?
No. It is a quality replacement part made by the bilstein group to match the original in fit and function.
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