{"product_id":"bilstein-b6-2001-bmw-525i-base-sedan-rear-46mm-monotube-shock-absorber","title":"Bilstein B6 2001 BMW 525i Base Sedan Rear 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e24-028288\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860633381\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B6 1997-2003 BMW 525i 528i 530i 540i Rear 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 24-028288 B6 Performance shock absorber serves as a direct replacement upgrade for original equipment dampers on 1997-2003 BMW 5 Series vehicles. This monotube unit pairs with factory springs and uses application-specific valve settings to enhance vehicle handling. Rigorous testing confirms it meets or exceeds original equipment standards for safety and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains consistent damping force under varying conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46mm diameter construction for precise control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling Improvement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better grip and lane stability in daily and demanding driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement for listed BMW models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds original equipment requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by Bilstein with supply to 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