Parts for your 2009 Toyota Land cruiser-Gas struts

2009 Toyota Land Cruiser gas struts — what they do and when to replace them

Gas struts are absolutely relevant to the 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (200 Series). Toyota’s 200 Series Owner’s Manual and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue specify gas-filled “stay” assemblies for the upper back door (the lift-up tailgate section), while the bonnet uses a simple prop rod rather than struts. The split tailgate design means the upper hatch is supported by two gas struts to lift smoothly and stay safely open, which is consistent with Toyota repair manual guidance for the J200 platform and its Lexus LX sibling. So, if you’re looking at the 2009 Land Cruiser, gas struts are fitted to the rear upper tailgate, not the bonnet.

On this model, the gas struts take the weight of the upper tailgate and control its movement, so it opens with minimal effort and doesn’t slam shut. They’re sealed, nitrogen-charged dampers designed to hold position through the full arc of travel. Over time they lose charge or the internal seals wear, which reduces lift and holding power—often most obvious on chilly mornings. Keeping good struts on the 200 Series isn’t just a nice-to-have: it’s a safety and convenience must, particularly when loading gear or working out of the back in the bush or at the beach.

There’s no fixed service interval from Toyota for these