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Bilstein 22-266606 Suspension Strut Assembly - Front Right
| Brand | Bilstein 22-266606 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Right |
| Boot Included | No |
| Finish | Black paint |
| Internal Design | Twintube |
| Lower Mount Type | Bracket |
| Series | B4 oe replacement |
| Title | Bilstein shock absorbers |
| Upper Mount Type | Stem |
| Product line | B4 OE Replacement |
| Fits | Ford · 10 vehicles |
OE replacement. Restores factory ride quality and handling for confirmed applications.
Twintube design. Provides controlled damping with a direct-fit suspension construction.
B4 OE Replacement. Bilstein’s OE-focused line for maintaining original driving feel.
Cross-references DB5Z 18124-AA, DB5Z 18124-AB and DB5Z 18124-AC for the same application. See all 13.
OE Replacement Suspension Strut
Bilstein B4 OE Replacement strut assembly 22-266606 restores original ride quality and handling for confirmed applications. It is built to meet or exceed OE standards and uses a twintube internal design with a black painted finish.
Compatible With Ford Explorer and Ford Police Interceptor Utility applications listed below, this suspension strut assembly follows the original mounting style with a stem upper mount and bracket lower mount. The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement line focuses on preserving factory driving feel while providing a direct-fit replacement approach.
Key Features
- Bilstein B4 OE Replacement series for OE-style suspension service
- Twintube internal design for controlled damping performance
- Black paint finish for a clean, corrosion-resistant appearance
- Stem upper mount and bracket lower mount configuration
- Boot not included
Detailed Description
This suspension strut assembly is engineered for drivers replacing worn OE dampers on the front right side of select Ford Explorer and Ford Police Interceptor Utility models. Bilstein 22-266606 is part of the B4 OE Replacement line, which is aimed at restoring factory ride characteristics without changing the vehicle’s original suspension behavior. The part number 22-266606 is also referenced in OE-style interchange listings for the same application.
Bilstein’s OE replacement damper program is built around maintaining original performance and handling while meeting OE-level expectations. For buyers searching for a Ford Explorer front right strut assembly or a Ford Police Interceptor Utility front right suspension strut, this part provides a direct replacement option with the correct mount style and internal construction.
What It Helps Address
- Excessive bouncing or reduced damping control
- Uneven ride quality from a worn strut assembly
- Handling changes caused by aging suspension components
- Noisy or loose-feeling front suspension operation
- Loss of factory ride comfort and steering response
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2014-2019 Ford Explorer, front right. Fits 2016-2018 Ford Police Interceptor Utility, front right. Fits 2013 Ford Explorer, front right, from 09/04/2012. Confirm the vehicle build date and position before ordering, since the 2013 Explorer application is date-specific. Verify mount style and application details against the existing strut before installation.
Quality Assurance
Bilstein B4 OE Replacement parts are engineered to meet or exceed OE standards and are backed by Bilstein’s established suspension manufacturing experience.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2018 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2018 | Ford | Police Interceptor Utility | Base | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2017 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2017 | Ford | Police Interceptor Utility | Base | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2016 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2016 | Ford | Police Interceptor Utility | Base | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2015 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2014 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | B4 OE Replacement |
| 2013 | Ford | Explorer | XLT | Front Right | From 09/04/2012; B4 OE Replacement |
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