Drive Belt Service for BMW 3 Series E36 (1992-1998)

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OEM Continental Serpentine Belt - E36 E34 E39 Z3 M50 M52 S50 & S52 6 ...
For vehicles with production date from 09/1991
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T#:1494
Part#: 11281469266
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This is the main drive belt / serpentine belt that drives all of the engine auxillaries, such as the alternator, waterpump, and power steering pump. If your belt has excessive cracks, dry rot, missing teeth and/or grooves, or are causing noise, it's time for a new one. Alternate part number 11287636378.

1992-1999 M3, 325i, 325is, 328i, 328is, 323is (including convertibles)
1991-1995 525i & 525i Wagon
1997-1998 528i
1997-2000 2.8 & 2.8 Coupe
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A/C Belt Tensioner - 11281717210
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Part#: 11281717210
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Also known as a shock damper, the accessory belt tensioner is used to tension the air conditioning compressor belt. This ensures proper contact with the belt drive pulleys and prevents premature wear from improper tension.

If your belt is wearing prematurely or has excess slack, your belt tensioner may be to blame. Replace it with this high-quality Bremmen Parts tensioner to ensure proper tension and air conditioning functionality.

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Conti Tech Accessory Belt - E34, E36
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T#:12324
Part#: 11281735190
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Alternator / Water Pump Belt

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T#:201812
Part#: 11281437880
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Genuine BMW Ribbed V-Belt - 11281437880

Idler Pulley
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Part#: 11287841228
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Hydraulic Alternator Belt Tensioner Assembly
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Part#: 11287838797
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Hydraulic Alternator Belt Tensioner Roller - 11281748131
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This pulley is mounted along with the hydraulic belt tensioner but can be replaced on its own. It is used for the main drive belt on the M50-M54 family engines (M50, M50TU, M52, S52, M52TU, M54, M56, and S54 engines). This is the same belt that covers the water pump/alternator/power steering systems. Replacement is a very easy procedure (requires fan removal) and will have your engine purring in no time. Belt replacement is strongly recommended at the same time. If you have a mechanical belt tensioner, the pulley can only be replaced with a new tensioner.

This high-quality replacement from Bremmen Parts is designed for exact fitment on your BMW. Whether you're looking to complete much-needed preventative maintenance, or replacing a failed roller, choose this component from Bremmen Parts for a lasting repair.

If you need the hydraulic belt tensioner, click here.

This item is 70mm Diameter. Please check the diameter before ordering.

This tensioner pulley fits the following BMWs: 1991-1995 E34 525i (M50 engine) 1992-1999 E36 325i, 325is, 328i, 328is, 323is 1995-1999 E36 M3 (M3 3.0 & M3 3.2 liter) 1997-2003 E39 525i, 528i, 530i - Only for Hydraulic Tensioner 1999-2000 E46 323i, 323Ci, 328i, 328Ci - Only for Hydraulic Tensioner 2001-2005 E46 325i, 325Ci, 325xi, 330i, 330Ci, 330xi - Only for Hydraulic Tensioner 2001-2006 E46 M3 coupe & convertible - Only for Hydraulic Tensioner 2000-2006 X5 3.0 liter (E53 chassis) 2004 E60 525i, 530i (M54 engine) 1997-2002 Z3 & MZ3 2.5, 2.8, 3.0, M Roadster, M Coupe 2003-2009 Z4 M Coupe and Roadster

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OEM Continental Air Conditioner Belt - E46 E39 E53 Z3 thru 2002 ...
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T#:1498
Part#: 11281437450
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This belt drives the air conditioning compressor for the AC system. We recommend checking your belts every 10,000 miles. If your belts have excessive cracks, dry rot, missing teeth and/or grooves, are cause noise, it's time for new ones.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2002 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
3/1998-2002 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i
2000-2002 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
2001-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.5i Z3 3.0i
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OEM Continental A/C Belt - E36 E34 E39 - M52/S52 6 Cylinder
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Part#: 11281437873
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This belt drives the air conditioning compressor for the AC system. We recommend checking your belts every 10,000 miles. If your belts have excessive cracks, dry rot, missing teeth and/or grooves, are cause noise, it's time for new ones. This belt fits M52/S52 engines, including:

1996-1999 M3, 328i, 328is, 323is (including convertibles)
1992-1995 525i & 525i Wagon
1997-1998 528i thru 02/98
1998-2000 M Roadster & Coupe
1997-2000 Z3 2.3, 2.5, 2.8 & 2.8 Coupe
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Continental Accessory Belt - A/C Compressor - E36
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T#:585963
Part#: 06B260849A
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Continental Accessory Belt - E34, E36
For vehicles with production date up to 09/1991
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T#:369754
Part#: 11281469261
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Alternator / Water Pump Belt
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T#:20552
Part#: 11281469262
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Replacement A/C belt for the M50 and S50US engines. This belt fits the following BMWs:
1992-1995 E36 BMW 325i 325is 325ic M3
1991-1/1992 E34 BMW 525i


Conti Tech Water Pump and Alternator Belt - E36
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T#:391827
Part#: 11287636373
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Drives the alternator, water, & power steering.
Continental Accessory Belt - E36
For vehicles with production date from 1/1994
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T#:592715
Part#: 6PK1660
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OE Continental Alternator Drive Belt - 10x1025 - E30,E36
For vehicles with production date up to 1/1994
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T#:369341
Part#: 11231469235
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Over time, accessory belts begin to wear out and crack. This can lead to the belt slipping, squeaking, or even snapping. Replace your belts and tensioners on a regular basis to ensure you don't end up stranded on the side of the road with a dead battery or over heated engine due to a bit of simple overlooked maintenance.

This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30,  E36 (up to 1/1994)

Fits BMW Engines including:
M42

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Continental Accessory Belt - Air Conditioner - E36
For vehicles with production date from 1/1994
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T#:12326
Part#: 11281743193
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Belt - Air Conditoner - E36 318i 1992-1/1994
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T#:12426
Part#: 64551727378
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This belt drives the air conditioning compressor for the AC system. We recommend checking your belts every 10,000 miles. If your belts have excessive cracks, dry rot, missing teeth anid/or grooves, are cause noise, it's time for new ones. This belt fits E36 31 with the M42 engine.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1/1994 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
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Conti Tech A/C Compressor Belt - E34, E36, E39
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T#:340624
Part#: 11281703943
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Air conditioning belt