Bilstein B6 2016-2018 Smart Fortwo Front Twintube Shock Absorber - 22-248268

It is listed for: 2016-2018 Smart Fortwo; 2016-2017 Smart Fortwo; 2016 Smart Fortwo and more (see the full list above). Pick your vehicle on this page to check your exact year and trim.

The maker's installation guide is on this page — see Installation guide under the part details for the step-by-step and the torque figures. Work on level ground with the car properly supported, and torque every fastener to the maker's figure. If the job is beyond your tools, any shop that does this kind of work can fit it.

Yes. Replace both fronts or both rears together so each axle damps evenly.

Struts that bolt to the knuckle set camber, so an alignment is wise after replacing them. Rear shocks that only bolt to the axle or arm usually do not change the alignment.

Bouncing after bumps, nose-dive under braking, uneven tire wear and fluid on the shock body are the usual signs.

Only when the listing says they are made for it. A stock-length shock on a lowered or lifted car runs near the end of its travel and wears early.

Check the top mounts and bump stops while the strut is out; worn ones are usually replaced at the same time.

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