Bilstein B4 OE Replacement Front Left Shock Absorber for BMW F45 F46 F48 – Part Number 22-252944
Upgrade or restore your BMW with the Bilstein B4 front left shock absorber, part number 22-252944. This genuine Bilstein B4 OE replacement front left damper is engineered for the BMW 2 Series F45 Active Tourer, F46 Gran Tourer and BMW X1 F48, including popular models such as 220i, 225i, 225xe and X1 28ix. It is a direct-fit, OE-spec shock that delivers the precise handling, comfort and safety you expect from Bilstein’s gas-pressure technology.
Perfect as a like-for-like replacement for tired factory shocks or when refreshing suspension in pairs on the front axle, the Bilstein B4 restores the confident, as-new driving feel. We have fitted these on customer cars in Warwickshire and the feedback has been excellent for ride quality, stability and overall refinement.
Why choose the Bilstein B4 front left damper for your BMW?
- OE-quality replacement that restores factory ride and control
- High power reserves for maximum safety
- Constant damping performance under load
- High traction and precise handling thanks to Bilstein gas-pressure technology
- Designed for direct fitment using original mounting points
- Comprehensive coverage for BMW F45, F46 and F48 platforms
What’s included
- 1 x Bilstein B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber – Front Left
Right-hand side option
For the corresponding front right damper, choose: Bilstein BMW F45 F46 F48 B4 OE Replacement Front Right Shock Absorber (Inc. 220i, 225i, 225xe and X1 28ix).
Compatibility
- BMW 2 Series F45 Active Tourer (11/2013 — 02/2018)
- 214d, 216d, 216i, 218d, 218dx, 218i, 220d, 220dx, 220i, 225i, 225ix, 225xe
- BMW 2 Series F45 Active Tourer LCI (04/2017 — 12/2019)
- 216d, 216i, 218d, 218dx, 218i, 220d, 220dx, 220i, 225ix, 225xe
- BMW 2 Series F46 Gran Tourer (07/2014 — 03/2018)
- 214d, 216d, 216i, 218d, 218dx, 218i, 220d, 220dx, 220i
- BMW 2 Series F46 Gran Tourer LCI (05/2017 — 12/2019)
- 216d, 216i, 218d, 218dx, 218i, 220d, 220dx, 220i
- BMW X1 F48 (11/2014 — 07/2019)
- X1 16d, X1 18d, X1 18dx, X1 18i, X1 20d, X1 20dx, X1 20i, X1 20ix, X1 25dx, X1 25ix, X1 25ex, X1 28i, X1 28ix
- BMW X1 F48 LCI (05/2018 — 12/2019)
- X1 16d, X1 18d, X1 18dx, X1 18i, X1 20d, X1 20dx, X1 20i, X1 20ix, X1 25dx, X1 25ix, X1 25ex, X1 28i, X1 28ix
Part number
Bilstein 22-252944
Manufacturer and warranty
Manufactured by Bilstein
2-year Bilstein warranty
Fitting and setup
Professional fitting available at Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a quote at Sales@nforcd.com. We recommend replacing shocks in axle pairs where appropriate and carrying out a wheel alignment after installation for best results.
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