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Bilstein 26-220048 Air Shock Absorber - Rear Left
| Brand | Bilstein 26-220048 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Left |
| Boot Included | Black bellows |
| Finish | Black paint |
| Internal Design | Monotube |
| Lower Mount Type | Eye 10mm |
| Series | B4 oe replacement (air) |
| Title | Bilstein shock absorbers |
| Upper Mount Type | Stem |
| Product line | B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
| Fits | Mercedes-Benz · 5 vehicles |
OE replacement. Direct-connect design restores original air suspension feel.
Monotube design. Delivers consistent damping performance and control.
Black paint finish and bellows boot help protect the damper.
Cross-references 211 320 07 31 for the same application. See all 1.
Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) Rear Left Shock
The Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) shock absorber restores factory-style ride control for select Mercedes-Benz air suspension applications. This rear left air shock is built with a monotube internal design, black paint finish, and black bellows boot for a direct OE-style replacement.
Compatible with 2004-2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 rear left, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E320 rear left, and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 rear left with air suspension, this Bilstein 26-220048 damper connects to the original vehicle connectors for modification-free installation. The B4 OE Replacement (Air) line is focused on replacing original air suspension components while maintaining the vehicle’s original feel.
Key Features
- Bilstein B4 OE Replacement (Air) series for OE-style air suspension service
- Monotube internal design for consistent damping response
- Black paint finish with black bellows boot
- Upper stem mount and lower eye 10mm mount
- Direct connection to original vehicle connectors
- Part number 26-220048 for rear left application
Application Details
Fits 2004-2006 Mercedes-Benz E500, rear left. Fits 2005 Mercedes-Benz E320, rear left. Fits 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320, rear left, with air suspension. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Rear suspension sag on air-equipped Mercedes-Benz models
- Uneven ride height at the rear left corner
- Loss of damping control from a worn air shock absorber
- Noisy or harsh rear suspension operation
- Factory connector and fitment issues from aging OE components
Installation Notes
Verify rear left fitment by year, model, and air suspension configuration before installation. The direct-connect design supports a modification-free replacement using the original vehicle connectors. Confirm mount style and suspension layout against the removed part before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Bilstein supplies OE air suspension systems for many European vehicles, and the B4 OE Replacement (Air) line is engineered to meet the standards expected for original-equipment service. Part number 26-220048 is built as an OE-style replacement for restoring factory ride characteristics on the listed Mercedes-Benz applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | E500 | 4Matic | Wagon | Rear Left | B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | E320 | 4Matic | Wagon | Rear Left | B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2005 | Mercedes-Benz | E500 | 4Matic | Wagon | Rear Left | B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | E320 | 4Matic | Wagon | Rear Left | With Air Suspension; B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2004 | Mercedes-Benz | E500 | 4Matic | Wagon | Rear Left | B4 OE Replacement (Air) |
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