{"product_id":"bilstein-b4-2002-mercedes-benz-ml500-base-rear-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B4 2002 Mercedes-Benz ML500 Base Rear Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e41-173435\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860655291\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B4 1998-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML Rear Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 41-173435 B4 OE Replacement is a direct fit rear shock absorber designed for Mercedes-Benz ML series SUVs. It maintains factory ride quality while meeting or exceeding original equipment standards. The monotube gas pressure design delivers consistent damping for restored comfort and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to match factory specifications for Mercedes-Benz ML vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Gas Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides stable performance under varying loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Power Reserves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports maximum safety during daily driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestored Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Returns original comfort and steering response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with Bilstein quality standards for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e No modifications required for listed applications\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\u003eRear Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz ML320 ML350 ML430 ML500 ML55 AMG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41-173435\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 Bilstein B4 rear shock absorber assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware as required for direct fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm fitment by vehicle year make and model before purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended for proper alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for stock height applications only\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\u003e1998-2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eML320 Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eML350 Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1999-2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eML430 Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eML500 Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000-2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercedes-Benz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eML55 AMG Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\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 Mercedes-Benz and other premium brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven monotube technology used in motorsports and street applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent damping performance across temperature ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide distribution and support network\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 the factory rear 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