Parts for your 2015 Toyota Camry-Gas struts

2015 Toyota Camry gas-struts: what’s actually fitted and what to know

For the 2015 Toyota Camry (XV50 series), factory gas-struts for the bonnet or boot aren’t fitted. Toyota specifies a bonnet support rod (stay) and torsion bars/gooseneck hinges for the boot lid across petrol and hybrid sedans of this model year. This is confirmed by Toyota’s Owner’s Manual instructions for propping the bonnet, the Toyota Repair Manual sections for Body Mechanical (Hood and Luggage Compartment Door), and Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue, which lists a hood stay and boot torsion bars rather than lift support cylinders. Third-party references like the Haynes Toyota Camry 2007–2017 manual also depict a prop rod for the bonnet and no lift struts on the boot.

Why no gas-struts from factory? On a conventional sedan, torsion bars and gooseneck hinges provide reliable counterbalance for the boot without the added cost or space of gas-struts. For the bonnet, a simple stay is lighter, cheaper, and robust for long-term use. These choices keep weight and service complexity down, which suits fleet and private owners alike.

It’s easy to mix up terms, so here’s a quick heads-up: the Camry does have gas-pressurised suspension struts/shocks, but those are part of the ride and handling system. The gas-struts most people mean here are lift supports for the bonnet or boot, those are not factory equipment on the 2015 Camry sedan in Australia or New Zealand.

If someone wants the convenience of lift supports, there are aftermarket kits that add bonnet gas-struts, and some niche kits for the boot. Quality varies, so it’s worth choosing hardware that:

• Uses model-specific brackets to avoid drilling where possible
• Has appropriate force ratings so the bonnet/boot opens smoothly without slamming
• Features corrosion-resistant finishes for coastal conditions common in AU/NZ

Installation is typically straightforward for a technician, but alignment and bracket fitment are key to prevent panel stress or paint damage. Any retrofit should be checked during regular servicing to ensure the struts still hold pressure, pivot points are lubricated, and fasteners remain tight.

Technical sources referenced: Toyota Owner’s Manual (bonnet support rod procedure), Toyota Repair Manual – Body Mechanical (Hood, Luggage Compartment Door), Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for 2015 Camry (hood stay and boot torsion listings), and Haynes Toyota Camry 2007–2017 manual (bonnet prop rod depiction).

Popular questions about 2015 Toyota Camry gas-struts

Does a 2015 Toyota Camry have gas-struts on the bonnet or boot?
No. From factory, the 2015 Camry uses a bonnet support rod and boot torsion bars/gooseneck hinges. This is shown in Toyota’s Owner’s and Repair Manuals and the Toyota parts catalogue for the XV50 series.

Can gas-struts be added to a 2015 Camry bonnet?
Yes, aftermarket kits are available. Choose model-specific brackets, the right force rating, and corrosion-resistant hardware. Have a technician fit and check alignment so the bonnet opens cleanly and the guards aren’t stressed.

Are the Camry’s suspension struts the same thing as bonnet gas-struts?
Different parts. Suspension struts are part of the chassis and are gas-pressurised for damping, bonnet/boot gas-struts are lift supports for opening panels. The 2015 Camry has gas-charged suspension struts, but no factory bonnet or boot lift struts.