24-021319 B6 4600 Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
- RWD only
- For Stock Height Vehicle or Vehicle with 3" Spindle Lift
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1996 Ford Explorer
Same parts as every 1995–2001 Explorer, showing 1996. See the 1995–2001 page
Bilstein lists 4 parts for the 1996 Ford Explorer, all B6 4600. Lift and leveling options run up to 3 in.
- Front, extended
- 456–459 mm17.9–18.1 in
- Front, collapsed
- 349–350 mm13.7–13.8 in
- Rear, extended
- 623–623 mm24.5–24.5 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 392–393 mm15.4–15.5 in
- Lift options
- 3 in
Narrow it to your Explorer
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
ShocksAnswer 1 quick question to compare
These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which Explorer you have.
Rear
ShocksAnswer 1 quick question to compare
These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which Explorer you have.
4 parts for the 1996 Ford Explorer
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Better B6 4600
Rear
Better B6 4600
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