Bilstein 22-265791 B4 OE Front Right Strut for 2015-2021 BMW M2/M3/M4 No EDC

Vehicle Fitment

• 2015-2018 BMW M3 Base (F80, RWD, 3.0L I6 S55, without EDC)
• 2015-2020 BMW M4 Base (F82 Coupe / F83 Convertible, RWD, 3.0L I6 S55, without EDC)
• 2019 BMW M4 CS (F82, RWD, 3.0L I6 S55, without EDC)
• 2016-2018 BMW M2 Base (F87, RWD, 3.0L I6 N55, without EDC)
• 2019-2021 BMW M2 Competition (F87, RWD, 3.0L I6 S55, without EDC)
• 2020 BMW M2 CS (F87, RWD, 3.0L I6 S55, without EDC)

Fitment Notes

• This is the front RIGHT (passenger side) strut assembly only - the front LEFT side requires a separate part number
• Fits models WITHOUT EDC (Electronic Damper Control / adaptive suspension) only - M2, M3, and M4 models equipped with the optional EDC adaptive damping system require a different, electronically compatible strut and are not compatible with this passive B4 unit
• Verify your vehicle's suspension specification before ordering: EDC-equipped cars will have an electrical connector on each strut; non-EDC struts will not
• Fixed spring seat is integrated into the strut - the factory front coil spring mounts directly to this unit
• Not recommended for use with lowering springs - engineered to restore OE ride height and factory ride quality
• Dust boot not included - reuse factory boot or source separately
• Sold individually - two units required for a complete front axle replacement
• Replaces OEM BMW part numbers: 31 31 2 284 786, 31 31 2 284 946, 31 31 2 289 536

Features

• Twin-tube gas-pressurized design delivers OE-matched damping performance calibrated precisely for the F-chassis M2, M3, and M4 front suspension geometry - restoring the sharp, controlled front-end character these purpose-built M cars are engineered to deliver
• Engineered to the factory damping specifications of the M-specific front suspension setup on the F80/F82/F83/F87 platform - direct bolt-on fit with no modifications required
• Integrated fixed spring seat ensures correct front suspension geometry and coil spring seating, maintaining proper ride height and alignment with factory springs
• Stem upper mount and base cup lower mount correspond precisely to the F-chassis M car front strut attachment points - uses existing hardware with no supplemental components required
• Gas-charged twin-tube construction prevents oil foaming under the sustained, high-load front suspension inputs characteristic of M car driving dynamics
• Meets or exceeds BMW's original equipment specifications for damping force, travel, and load capacity on these M applications
• Black painted finish for corrosion resistance and clean installation appearance
• Backed by Bilstein's Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects for gas pressure shock absorbers and struts

Specifications

• Part Number: 22-265791
• Brand: Bilstein
• Series: B4 OE Replacement
• Position: Front axle, right side (passenger side)
• Internal Design: Twin-tube, gas-pressurized
• Upper Mount Type: Stem
• Lower Mount Type: Base Cup
• Spring Seat: Included (Fixed)
• Dust Boot: Not included
• Finish: Black paint
• Ride Height: Stock (OE)
• Adjustable Valving: No
• Quantity: 1 strut assembly

Included Components

• 1x Bilstein B4 Front Right Strut Assembly with fixed spring seat (22-265791)

Product Description

The Bilstein 22-265791 is a B4 OE Replacement front right strut assembly engineered specifically for the 2015-2021 BMW M2 (F87), 2015-2018 M3 (F80), and 2015-2020 M4 (F82/F83) on cars equipped with standard passive suspension - without the optional Electronic Damper Control (EDC) system. Using a twin-tube gas-pressurized design with an integrated fixed spring seat, this strut is calibrated to the factory front suspension specifications of these F-chassis M models, restoring the precise, high-bandwidth front-end response and body control that define BMW's M division performance philosophy. The stem upper mount and base cup lower mount match the factory attachment points directly - installation requires no modifications and uses existing hardware.

The EDC restriction is the most critical fitment detail for this part. All three models - M2, M3, and M4 - were offered with an optional EDC adaptive damping system that continuously adjusts damping force via electronically controlled actuators built into each strut. Installing a passive strut like the 22-265791 on an EDC-equipped car will not function correctly and may trigger fault codes. The easiest way to confirm whether your car has EDC is to look at each front strut: an EDC unit will have an electrical connector attached to it; a non-EDC unit will not. The 22-265791 covers the front RIGHT position only.

The twin-tube gas-pressurized construction maintains consistent damping behavior under the high-frequency, high-amplitude front suspension inputs that occur during spirited M car driving. This is a direct OE-quality replacement, cross-referencing BMW factory part numbers 31 31 2 284 786, 31 31 2 284 946, and 31 31 2 289 536. It is not recommended for use with aftermarket lowering springs as it is calibrated for factory ride height. The factory dust boot is not included and should be reused or sourced separately. This strut is backed by Bilstein's Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects.