Parts for your 2000 Honda Stream-Gas struts

2000 Honda Stream gas struts — fitted on the tailgate and worth keeping sorted

Technical sources confirm the first‑generation Honda Stream (from 2000) does use gas struts on the rear tailgate, while the bonnet is supported by a prop rod. This is shown in Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue and workshop manual body section for the tailgate (which illustrate the tailgate “stay”/gas spring assemblies), and is backed up by AU/NZ parts catalogues from major gas‑spring suppliers that list replacement tailgate lift supports for this model.

On a 2000 Honda Stream, the tailgate gas struts do the heavy lifting: they counterbalance the weight of the hatch, help it rise smoothly, and hold it safely open. Over time, the internal seals can wear and the pressurised gas can seep out, especially after years of sun, heat, and dust. That’s when the hatch starts sagging, opens sluggishly, or needs a helping hand to stay up — not ideal on a school run or with arms full of shopping.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to give the tailgate struts a quick check every 6–12 months. Look for:

• Reduced lifting power, especially on cold mornings
• Oil mist on the shaft or body
• Clicking/binding or uneven movement through the stroke
• Any tailgate dropping or failing to hold at full height

When replacement time comes, fit them in pairs so the lift and hold are balanced. Support the tailgate with a prop or a mate before unclipping the old struts. Most use ball‑socket ends with retaining clips — a small flat screwdriver does the trick. Install with the rod end pointing down where possible, it keeps the internal seal lubricated and helps longevity. Don’t puncture, heat, or crush old struts — they’re pressurised.

Care is simple: keep the chrome shafts clean and dry, don’t grease them (grease attracts grit and can damage seals). Wipe with a soft, lint‑free cloth. Check the tailgate hinges and mounting studs for play, and snug the fasteners to spec if you’ve had them off. If the Stream wears an accessory spoiler or bike rack, choose struts matched to the added weight — your parts supplier can cross‑reference the OE number or measure extended length, compressed length, and end fittings to get the right force rating.

No fixed kilometre interval applies, many factory struts last years, but once they’re weak, replacing them restores safety and that nice, easy hatch action owners expect.

• Do 2000 Honda Streams have bonnet gas struts?
  They don’t. The bonnet is held by a prop rod from factory. Only the rear tailgate uses gas struts on this model.
• Should gas struts be replaced in pairs?
  Yes. Pairing keeps lift force even, prevents twist in the tailgate, and ensures both struts age at the same rate.
• How do you pick the right replacement strut?
  Match the original length, end fittings, and force via the OE part number or accurate measurements. If the vehicle has added weight on the hatch (like a spoiler), choose an appropriate force rating recommended by the supplier.