Parts for your 2000 Toyota Crown-Gas struts

2000 Toyota Crown gas struts – what they do and when to replace them

Yes, the 2000 Toyota Crown (S170 series) uses gas struts on the bonnet and the boot. This is confirmed by Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue for S170 Crown models (JZS17x/UZS17x), Toyota service/repair literature for the Body section (bonnet and luggage compartment support dampers), and aftermarket catalogues from major lift-support manufacturers such as Stabilus and Monroe that list direct-fit lift supports for 1999–2003 Crowns. So if the bonnet or boot isn’t staying up the way it should, the gas struts are the first place to look.

On this Crown, gas struts do the simple but important job of assisting the lift and then safely holding the bonnet or boot open. They add a smooth, controlled motion, prevent sudden drops, and take load off hinges and latches. They’re sealed, gas-charged dampers, which means there’s no user-serviceable internal maintenance, but regular inspection as part of routine servicing keeps things sweet for years.

Practical care looks like this: keep the chrome rods clean and dry, wipe away grit with a soft cloth, and don’t lube the rods—oils and greases attract dust and can damage seals. Avoid forcing the panel beyond its normal open angle, and don’t use the strut body as a handle. Temperature and age slowly reduce gas pressure, so even careful owners will see performance taper off over time.

• Signs they’re due: the boot or bonnet sags, won’t stay up, rises slowly in cold weather, or there’s an oily film around the rod ends. Uneven lift from side to side is another giveaway.
• Replacement tips: always support the panel with a prop or a mate before removing the old struts. Swap them in pairs to keep lift balanced. Keep the rod pointing rod-end up during install where specified, and don’t twist the rod. Reuse spring clips only if they’re undamaged. Check ball-studs and brackets for wear before refitting.

Quality replacements are a straightforward, quick win during a service. Use the vehicle’s VIN or S170 body code to match the correct length and force rating, and expect a fresh set to restore factory-open feel with no dramas.

Popular questions about 2000 Toyota Crown gas struts

Which panels on a 2000 Toyota Crown use gas struts?
The bonnet and the boot both use gas-charged lift supports on the S170 Crown. Doors and the fuel flap are spring or hinge based. If it’s not holding itself up, the relevant gas strut set is likely tired.

Can the original gas struts be re-gassed?
Most OE Crown struts are sealed units and aren’t designed for re-gassing. While some specialists may offer re-gassing, replacement with new, correct-spec units is typically more reliable and often more cost-effective.

How often should Crown gas struts be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval. Many last 5–10 years depending on climate and use. Inspect them at every service, replace when holding power drops, there’s leakage, or operation becomes jerky or uneven.