Tailgate Lift Support by Sachs®. Body Connection: Ball Socket. Shaft Connection: Ball Socket. Compressed Length: 5-7/16″. Extended Length: 9-9/16″. Travel Length: 5/16″. Drivers will appreciate a convenient, easy-to-operate tailgate. With active POWERISE systems, trunk lids and tailgates will open and close within seconds at the push of a button. If the lid encounters an obstacle, the motor will stop automatically. Of course, the trunk lid can be stopped in any intermediate position.