Parts for your 2010 Toyota Crown-Gas struts

2010 Toyota Crown gas struts — what they do and when to replace them

Yes, gas struts are relevant to the 2010 Toyota Crown. Technical references that document their fitment include the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalog (S200-series Crown, 2008–2012), which lists bonnet support dampers (gas-charged lift supports), and the Crown S200 Body Repair Manual, which shows bonnet damper removal/installation procedures. Those same sources indicate the boot lid typically uses a torsion-spring hinge and, on some grades, a powered closer rather than gas struts. So for this model year, gas struts are fitted to the bonnet and are a normal service item over the vehicle’s life.

On a 2010 Crown, the bonnet gas struts take the weight of the bonnet and hold it open safely without a prop rod. They make opening smooth, help prevent slamming on the way down, and take strain off hinges. Being sealed and gas-charged, they slowly lose pressure with age and temperature swings, so they’re considered wear items—especially as the car gets past the 10-year mark.

There’s no fixed replacement interval, but they’re easy to check at each service. If the bonnet won’t stay up, rises sluggishly, feels fine on a hot day but weak on a cold morning, or you can see oil mist on the strut body or a nicked chrome rod, they’re due. Most workshops replace them in pairs to keep lift and hold even.

• Safety first: always support the bonnet before removing a strut.
• Don’t grease the polished rod—lubricants attract grit and will chew through the seal.
• Choose quality replacements with the correct force and end fittings for the S200 Crown.
• Tighten fasteners to the factory spec in the Toyota manual and confirm smooth, rattle-free operation.

Good gas struts protect paint, hinges and fingers. Genuine or reputable aftermarket units with corrosion-resistant rods are worth it—especially in coastal NZ and Aussie conditions. If the car has a powered boot, remember that system relies on its own motor and torsion assist rather than gas struts, keep those mechanisms clean and correctly adjusted per the Toyota service procedures.

Quick tip: if a Crown’s bonnet only “just” stays up, don’t risk it. Support it and book in for replacement—struts that feel marginal in summer can be downright dangerous in winter.

Popular questions

Does the 2010 Toyota Crown have gas struts on the bonnet and the boot?
Yes for the bonnet—Toyota’s EPC and S200 Body Manual show gas bonnet dampers on 2010 Crowns. The boot generally uses a torsion-spring hinge and, on some grades, a powered open/close system rather than gas struts.

How long do the bonnet gas struts last on a 2010 Crown?
There’s no set lifespan, but 5–10 years is common. By now, many originals feel weak—especially in cold weather. If the bonnet doesn’t hold firmly or rises slowly, replacement is the go.

Can stronger aftermarket struts be fitted?
Stick with the correct force rating. Over-strong struts can stress hinges and make the bonnet hard to close, under-strong ones won’t hold safely. Use parts specified for the S200-series Crown.