Parts for your 2023 Toyota Camry-Gas struts

Are gas struts used on the 2023 Toyota Camry?

Short answer: no. The 2023 Toyota Camry (XV70 series) isn’t factory-fitted with gas struts for the bonnet or the boot. Technical sources confirm this. The 2023 Toyota Camry Owner’s Manual for AU/NZ specifies lifting the bonnet and securing it with a support rod, not gas struts. Toyota’s service/repair literature for the body section details the boot using torsion bars/springs and conventional hinges rather than gas-charged lift supports. Toyota’s electronic parts catalogue for this model lists a bonnet support rod and luggage compartment torsion bars, with no gas stay components shown for bonnet or boot.

What’s fitted instead? Up front, a simple steel prop rod holds the bonnet open. Down the back, the boot lid is counterbalanced by torsion bars that run across the hinge line. This is a common, robust setup on sedans like the Camry.

Why Toyota doesn’t use gas struts here comes down to a few practical reasons:

• Packaging and design: A sedan’s boot hinge geometry suits torsion bars, which are compact and out of the cargo path.
• Cost and weight: Prop rods and torsion bars are lighter and cheaper to produce and maintain than multiple gas struts.
• Durability and serviceability: These mechanical solutions are simple, long-lived, and easy to inspect or replace.
• Safety and consistency: Torsion bars and a prop rod deliver predictable hold-open force without the gradual pressure loss gas struts can develop.

Thinking about upgrades? Aftermarket bonnet gas-strut kits exist for the XV70 and can make one-handed opening easier. Choose a quality, model-specific kit that reuses factory mounting points, and be mindful of paint clearances near the guards. For routine care, give the bonnet and boot hinges a light lubricant occasionally, check the prop rod’s clips and grommets so it doesn’t rattle, and keep an eye on the torsion bar sleeves and boot alignment. If the boot feels heavy to lift or pops too aggressively, a technician can adjust the torsion bar preload or inspect the hinges.

FAQs

Does the 2023 Toyota Camry have gas struts on the bonnet or boot?
From factory, no. The bonnet uses a support rod and the boot uses torsion bars and hinges. There are no OEM gas struts fitted on either end.

Can I retrofit gas struts to the Camry’s bonnet?
Yes, there are aftermarket kits designed for the XV70. Opt for a kit that uses existing mounting points, follow torque specs, and check for any fouling with the bonnet and guard edges. Note that modifications can affect related component warranties—if unsure, chat with a trusted technician.

How do I maintain the Camry’s bonnet and boot mechanisms?
Lubricate hinges lightly, make sure the bonnet prop rod clips in firmly, and inspect the boot torsion bars and sleeves. If the boot action changes (too heavy or too snappy), have a workshop assess hinge wear and torsion bar adjustment.