Parts for your 2014 Daihatsu Bego-Gas struts

2014 Daihatsu Bego — Are gas struts used?

Short answer: gas struts aren’t a standard fit on the 2014 Daihatsu Bego. Technical references that cover this model’s platform confirm it. The Daihatsu Terios/Bego J200-series workshop manual (Body: Hood and Back Door) specifies a bonnet support rod rather than gas-assisted hood lifters, and a side-hinged rear door with a mechanical door check/stopper, not liftgate-style gas struts. Likewise, the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for the sibling Toyota Rush (J200E, same body and hardware) lists a hood stay (prop rod) and a back-door check assembly, with no back-door or bonnet gas strut assemblies shown.

Why the Bego doesn’t use gas struts comes down to design. The back door is side-hinged and swings open like a regular door, with the spare wheel hanging on it. That setup is best controlled by hinges and a robust check/stopper that holds the door in set positions. Gas struts are optimised for vertical liftgates where they counterbalance the door’s weight, on a side-hinged door they’d be side-loaded, which isn’t ideal for longevity or smooth operation. Up front, the bonnet is light enough to be held with a simple, reliable prop rod—cheap to make, dead easy to service, and unlikely to fail.

• Bonnet: steel prop rod with a clip—no gas struts.
• Rear door: side-hinged with a mechanical check/stopper—no liftgate struts.

If the rear door feels loose, doesn’t hold in position, or snaps in the wind, it’s usually the door check/stopper or hinge adjustment, not a failed strut. A quick service routine for owners and workshops is to lubricate the hinges and latch, inspect the door check for wear or play, and confirm the detent positions still hold. For the bonnet, check the prop rod clip and grommets, and make sure the rod seats properly to avoid knocks and rattles.

Thinking about retrofitting gas struts? Aftermarket kits exist, but they need custom brackets and careful placement to avoid twisting the panel or overstressing hinges. On the Bego’s side-hinged rear door—especially with a spare wheel—retrofits can introduce unwanted loads. If you’re keen, get it engineered and fitted by a specialist who understands the door geometry.

Popular questions

Does the 2014 Daihatsu Bego have gas struts on the bonnet or tailgate?
No. The bonnet uses a manual prop rod, and the rear is a side-hinged back door with a mechanical check/stopper. There are no factory gas struts on either end.

Can gas struts be fitted to the Bego’s rear door or bonnet?
It’s possible as a custom job, but not generally recommended for the side-hinged rear door due to side loads and hinge stress. Bonnet strut kits also need brackets and careful positioning. If attempted, use a proven kit and get a professional to install and certify it.

What actually holds the Bego’s back door open?
A door check/stopper with set detents keeps the door in position. If it doesn’t hold, the check may be worn or out of adjustment. Lubrication and, if needed, replacement of the check assembly restores proper operation.