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B3 OE Replacement (Air)Bilstein 40-247687 Air Suspension Spring - Rear
| Brand | Bilstein 40-247687 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Finish | Black paint |
| Series | B3 oe replacement (air) |
| Title | Bilstein shock absorbers |
| Product line | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| Fits | Mercedes-Benz · 81 vehicles |
OE replacement air bag. Connects directly to original connectors for modification-free installation.
Black paint finish. Provides a clean, protective look for the suspension air bag.
OE supplier pedigree. Built to meet manufacturer standards for original feel and performance.
Cross-references 40-118673, 40-148335 and 40-148342 for the same application. See all 12.
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Bilstein B3 OE Replacement Air Spring
The Bilstein B3 OE Replacement (Air) air suspension spring restores rear suspension support for select Mercedes-Benz models with factory air suspension. Built to connect directly to the original vehicle connectors, this rear air bag helps return the ride height, comfort, and handling balance expected from the original system.
Bilstein B3 OE Replacement (Air) parts are made for European vehicles that need an OE-style air suspension repair. The black painted finish and direct-fit design support a clean replacement on Mercedes-Benz GLE, GLS, GL, and ML applications, including vehicles with air suspension and select models with or without electronic suspension.
- Rear air suspension spring for select Mercedes-Benz applications
- Direct connection to original connectors for modification-free installation
- OE replacement design for restoring factory ride feel
- Black paint finish
- Bilstein B3 OE Replacement (Air) series
- Part number 40-247687
OE-Style Replacement for Mercedes-Benz Rear Suspension
This Bilstein air suspension spring is engineered as an OE replacement for the rear of select Mercedes-Benz GLE400, GLS450, GLS550, GL450, GL550, ML350, ML550, and related models. It is built to match the original air spring connection points and restore the rear suspension’s ability to maintain proper support under load. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. Use part number 40-247687 when verifying the correct rear air spring for your vehicle.
What It Helps Fix
- Rear end sagging from a worn air spring
- Uneven ride height at the back of the vehicle
- Loss of factory ride comfort and suspension support
- Air suspension warning conditions related to a failed rear bag
- Ride quality changes caused by aging OE air suspension components
Installation Notes
Compatible with rear-position applications only. Confirm your Mercedes-Benz model, year, and suspension configuration before ordering, especially on vehicles listed with or without electronic suspension. The direct-connect design supports installation without modification when used on the correct application. Verify the original connector style and rear suspension layout against the vehicle before replacement.
Quality Assurance
Bilstein supplies OE-level air suspension components for European vehicles, and this B3 OE Replacement (Air) spring is built to meet the standards expected for factory-style repair. The part number 40-247687 is intended for direct replacement use on the listed Mercedes-Benz rear air suspension applications.
Compatible Vehicles
- Fits 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE400, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE400, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2017-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2017-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS550, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE550, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE550e, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2008-2009 Mercedes-Benz GL550, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML250, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007-2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2008-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2010-2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2010-2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2010-2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320, rear, with or without electronic suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500, rear, B3 OE Replacement (Air)
- Fits 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500, rear, with air suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air)
This part fits 81 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE400 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2019 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS450 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2019 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS550 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2018 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE550 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2018 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS450 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2018 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS550 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE300d | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE400 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE550e | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS350d | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS450 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2017 | Mercedes-Benz | GLS550 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GL63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE300d | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE400 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz | GLE550e | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | GL63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | ML250 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | ML400 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | GL63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | GL63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2013 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2012 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | ML450 | Hybrid 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | GL350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | ML450 | Hybrid 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | GL320 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML320 | Bluetec 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2009 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | GL320 | CDI | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | GL550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML320 | CDI | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML550 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2008 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | GL320 | CDI | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | GL450 | Base | Rear | With or Without Electronic Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | ML320 | CDI | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | 4Matic | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | ML500 | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2007 | Mercedes-Benz | ML63 AMG | Base | Rear | B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | ML350 | 4Matic | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
| 2006 | Mercedes-Benz | ML500 | Base | Rear | With Air Suspension; B3 OE Replacement (Air) |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 12 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
40-11867340-14833540-148342164 320 02 25164 320 04 25164 320 06 25164 320 07 25164 320 08 25164 320 08 25 64164 320 09 25164 320 10 25166 320 03 25