{"product_id":"bilstein-b4-1998-mercedes-benz-slk230-kompressor-front-36mm-monotube-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B4 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Front 36mm Monotube Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24-100878\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860635583\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B4 1998-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK Front 36mm Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bilstein B4 OE Replacement damper is engineered for 1998-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor as well as SLK320 and SLK32 AMG models. It maintains factory ride quality while meeting or exceeding original equipment standards. The monotube gas pressure design delivers consistent performance across varied driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm diameter construction for precise damping control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit for factory suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces aeration and maintains performance under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Power Reserves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports maximum safety margins during operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfort Restoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Returns original driving feel and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling Preservation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps factory steering response and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilstein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-100878\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Box Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 x 4.5 x 4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne front shock absorber assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware if required for direct fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm exact vehicle fitment before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended for safety systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with matching rear units for balanced results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLK230 Kompressor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLK320 Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLK32 AMG Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Bilstein?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal equipment supplier to multiple vehicle manufacturers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven monotube technology used in motorsports applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive catalog covering thousands of vehicle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent quality control from German engineering standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a direct replacement for factory 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