Parts for your 2023 Mitsubishi Triton-Gas struts

2023 Mitsubishi Triton gas struts — what’s fitted and what’s not

Based on factory documentation and parts listings, gas struts are not fitted to the bonnet or tailgate of the 2023 Mitsubishi Triton as standard equipment. The Mitsubishi Triton MR Workshop/Service Manual (Body – Bonnet/Rear Gate sections) specifies a conventional bonnet stay (prop rod) and cable-supported tailgate with no damper or lift strut. Mitsubishi’s 2023 AU/NZ Genuine Accessories catalog shows gas struts only where a canopy, hard tonneau, or certain tray lids are specified, not on the base vehicle. Mitsubishi ASA/CAPS parts catalogues also list a bonnet stay assembly rather than gas lift supports for MY23 Triton models.

Why doesn’t the Triton ship with gas struts on the bonnet or tailgate? It comes down to practicality for a work-focused ute and keeping ownership costs sharp:

• Simplicity and robustness: a steel prop rod and undamped tailgate are tough, cheap to replace, and happy in dust, mud, and salt.
• Cost and weight: leaving struts off the base vehicle trims both, which matters to fleets and tradies buying by the dozen.
• Service access: a prop rod is universal across trims and engines, and there’s nothing to wear out or lose pressure.
• Real-world need: the Triton’s bonnet isn’t especially heavy, and the tailgate is manageable, many owners only want struts when adding a canopy, hard lid, or tailgate-assist kit.

Plenty of Tritons on Aussie and Kiwi roads do have gas struts, but they’re almost always tied to accessories. Genuine and aftermarket canopies and hard tonneaus use struts to hold the glass or lid safely, and there are popular bonnet and tailgate-assist kits that retrofit gas dampers. If those are fitted, they should be treated like any other service item: keep the ball studs clean, replace struts in pairs when lift weakens, and never force a sticky strut—swap it out before it bends hinges or cracks a mounting.

If a Triton owner wants the convenience of gas-assisted lifting, quality aftermarket kits are available. Look for vehicle-specific brackets, stainless hardware if you hit the beach, and struts rated for the added weight of any racks or ladder clamps.

FAQs

Can gas struts be added to the 2023 Triton’s bonnet or tailgate?
Yes. Aftermarket bonnet strut kits and tailgate-assist dampers are widely available for the MR-series Triton. Choose a kit that uses existing mounting points and is rated for any added weight. Professional fitment is quick, but a careful DIYer can usually install them with hand tools.

How do you know a canopy or hard-lid gas strut needs replacing?
If the lid won’t stay up, rises slowly, or drops in cold weather, the struts are tired. Oily residue around the shaft seals is another giveaway. Replace struts in pairs to keep lift even and avoid twisting the hinges or lid frame.

Do worn gas struts affect WOF/roadworthy checks?
They’re not usually a direct fail item, but a bonnet, tailgate, or lid that can’t be secured or is unsafe to operate may raise a flag. If a canopy window or hard lid won’t hold itself up, it’s a safety risk—best to replace the struts before inspection.