Volkswagen Golf Hood Lift Support Shocks Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(261)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(261)

Hood Lift Support Shocks Replacement Service

How much does a Hood Lift Support Shocks Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Volkswagen Golf Hood Lift Support Shocks Replacement is $124 with $29 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1995 Volkswagen GolfL4-2.0LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$196.37Shop/Dealer Price$226.72 - $295.25
2004 Volkswagen GolfL4-2.0LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$153.49Shop/Dealer Price$178.13 - $229.52
2015 Volkswagen GolfL4-1.8L TurboService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$184.05Shop/Dealer Price$216.33 - $290.64
1986 Volkswagen GolfL4-1.8LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$165.75Shop/Dealer Price$193.44 - $254.00
2005 Volkswagen GolfV6-2.8LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$153.49Shop/Dealer Price$178.15 - $229.55
2003 Volkswagen GolfV6-2.8LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$153.49Shop/Dealer Price$178.13 - $229.52
1999 Volkswagen GolfL4-2.0LService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$158.49Shop/Dealer Price$183.00 - $234.28
1995 Volkswagen GolfL4-1.9L Turbo DieselService typeHood Lift Support Shocks - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$242.47Shop/Dealer Price$288.34 - $402.90
Show example Volkswagen Golf Hood Lift Support Shocks Replacement prices

What are the Hood Lift Support Shocks all about?

Hood lift support shocks are energy storage devices that work by means of compressing gas in a cylinder. When they’re closed, energy is stored, and when they’re opened, energy is released. You might think of them as shock absorbers or struts, but this is erroneous. Shocks absorb energy and do not release it.

Almost all vehicles use pneumatic struts to hold up the hood. They’re filled with inert gas that hold structures open. The lift supports store the energy when closed, and when they open, the energy is released. If the hood lift supports are weak or leaking, the hood may slowly close when opened or may slam down unexpectedly.

Keep in mind:

  • Any hood lift support will eventually fail.
  • Hood lift supports will operate more efficiently in warm temperatures than in cold ones.
  • Frequent use can cause failure of a hood lift support.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle's hood is opened and supported manually
  • The defective hood lift support shocks are removed
  • The new hood lift support shocks are installed
  • The hood manual support is removed
  • The repair is verified and the hood lift support shocks are tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

You can extend the life of your hood lift shocks just by keeping them clean. Dirt and debris on the cylinder arm can nick the seal, causing a leak. If you’re experiencing problems with your hood lift support shocks, have one of our expert mechanics replace them.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Hood Lift Support Shocks?

  • Hood slams down unexpectedly
  • Hood slowly lowers when lifted

How important is this service?

It’s very important that your hood lift support shocks work properly as you don’t want to have your vehicle’s hood come crashing down on you. This is a problem that has happened to more backyard mechanics than we could recall. Have weak or failed hood lift support shocks replaced as soon as you can.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Volkswagen mechanics

Real customer reviews from Volkswagen owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(261)

Rating Summary
247
7
3
0
4
247
7
3
0
4

Larry

19 years of experience
112 reviews
Larry
19 years of experience
Volkswagen Golf L4-1.8L Turbo - Brake Pads Replacement (Rear) - Castro Valley, California
Larry was excellent. He showed up on time and finished the job on time. Friendly and courteous. You can't go wrong with Larry.

Deane

11 years of experience
340 reviews
Deane
11 years of experience
Volkswagen Golf V6-3.2L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - El Cajon, California
Deane did a very thorough job performing a pre purchase inspection on a vehicle I am considering purchasing. He looked at all of the "your mechanic" inspection points as well as a few that are specific issues associated with the car in quotation. Thanks for your hard work Deane!

Jason

23 years of experience
20 reviews
Jason
23 years of experience
Volkswagen Golf L4-1.9L Turbo Diesel - Transmission Speed Sensor - San Rafael, California
Jason was very knowledgeable and did a great job. Will request him again! Thanks!

Marco

29 years of experience
236 reviews
Marco
29 years of experience
Volkswagen Golf L4-1.8L Turbo - Car is not starting - Riverside, California
Marco was a great help, found the issue with my car promptly. Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Excellent Rating

(261)

Rating Summary
247
7
3
0
4
247
7
3
0
4
Number of Volkswagen Golf services completed
2871+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Volkswagen MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Is It Safe to Drive While Taking Stimulants?
Legal Legal stimulants range from drugs like, Ritalin and Dexamphetamine, to more commonly used substances like caffeine and nicotine. So, what are the effects? Are they safe to use when driving? It really depends on a number of factors –...
P2729 OBD-II Trouble Code: Pressure Control Solenoid E Control Circuit Low
P2729 means a solenoid has malfunctioned due to a failing transmission, faulty sensors or solenoids, low fluid levels or electrical issues
B1326 OBD-II Trouble Code: Door Ajar Lamp Circuit Short to Ground
B1326 means there is a circuit error with the door ajar lamp, likely due to a defective door ajar switch, defective door switch, or short circuit.

Can a faulty repair of radiator and coolant flush with repair of housing lead to engine breakdown?

It is tough to say that the prior repair did in fact cause this, although it is possible. If any of these components are not properly installed, this can cause coolant to get into the engine causing major damage. If...

Battery drained after plugging charger in lighter and now eas came on t too before battery died. Got battery may 2016

Some chargers can pull enough current to drain the battery. I recommend unplugging the charger when you turn off and exit the vehicle. Low charging system voltage can cause all kinds of warning lights to illuminate in modern vehicles, so...

When I put the key in the ignition, all lights come on but it will not start.

There should be power available at the starter solenoid and it is grounded by it's mounting to the engine and there is a ground cable attached to one of the mounting bolts. When the key is turned, there should be...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com