Parts for your 2016 Subaru Exiga-Gas struts

2016 Subaru Exiga gas struts

Technical sources confirm gas struts are fitted to the 2016 Subaru Exiga’s rear tailgate. The Subaru body/service literature for the YA-series Exiga (rear gate section), Subaru FAST parts catalogue listings for “rear gate stay/gas damper”, and common aftermarket fitment guides (e.g., Stabilus/Monroe application data) all specify gas-pressurised struts for the rear liftgate on 2015–2018 Exiga/Crossover 7 models. The bonnet is supported by a manual prop rod, not gas struts.

On a 2016 Subaru Exiga, the rear tailgate gas struts do the heavy lifting so the hatch opens smoothly and stays safely up while loading the pram, bags, or groceries. They’re nitrogen-charged dampers that balance force and control: enough push to help raise the gate, and damping to stop it slamming shut. Over time, seals wear and the gas pressure drops, especially with heat, cold, and dust. That’s why a tailgate that once popped up smartly can start sagging or need a hand to get moving.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to check the struts every 6–12 months. Look for oily film on the shafts, pitting or rust, and listen for a dry hiss. Test in cooler weather too