BMW Drive Belts & V-Belts for BMW 3 Series E36 (1992-1998)

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Your BMW's drive belts are wear items, and will degrade and crack over time. Don't wait until you have a belt failure... don't get stranded! Replacing your BMW's belts, such as the alternator belt, power steering belt, air conditioning AC belt, or serpentine belt is a low cost insurance policy to preventing a break down -- or worse, engine damage. 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.

While also inspecting your serpentine belts, also check for wear or resistance in the pulleys. The tensioner pulley and deflection pulley are the primary sources for belt squealing. The rubber-isolated pulleys can also break apart, leading to total belt failure. We sell the tensioner and deflection pulleys for the M50 engine family used in the E34, E36, E39, E46, X5, Z3, and Z4.

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E36/E46/Z3/Z4 ECS Tuning Aluminum Water Pump Pulley - Black
Standard replacement for vehicles with production date from 09/1998. Provides a bolt-on...
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T#:363707
Part#: 001977ECS03A
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Most of the pulleys on your BMW engine are plastic, which become brittle and frail over time and from engine bay heat. A failed pulley could leave you stranded which is why it is vital to inspect the pulleys during routine maintenance. This is an aluminum version of the stock water pump pulley used on the M50/M52/M52TU/M54 engine in the E36, E46, Z3, Z4, and other models. It uses the same hardware and the original belt as the stock plastic pulley. But the aluminum will last much longer.
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T#:18932345
Part#: 6PK1555
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Replaces BMW # 11281437929 and 11287636378 ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar-reinforced belts give you that extra peace of mind! Kevlar reinforced belts experience less elongation over time minimizing the amount of belt adjustment needed as well as offering a higher shock and impact resistance compared to OEM style belts. ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar-reinforced belts have been put through a series of multiple tests: Tensile strength Elongation Hardness Temperature and oil resistance per standard JASO E 109-94 Flex testing per SAE J2432.
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T#:21670107
Part#: 5PK906
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Replaces BMW # 11281437449, 11281437873, and 11281470024 ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts give you that extra piece of mind! Kevlar reinforced belts experience less elongation over time minimizing the amount of belt adjustment needed as well as offering a higher shock and impact resistance compared to OEM style belts. ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts have been put through a series of multiple tests such. Tensile strength Elongation Hardness Temperature and oil resistance per standard JASO E 109-94 Flex testing per SAE J2432.
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T#:363804
Part#: 11287838797
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The Hydraulic Alternator Belt Tensioner is exposed to a lot of dirt, salt, and other debris due to its front lower location. This can cause the tensioner to seize and not allow the belt tensioner to adjust. Replace your belt tensioner with this OEM high quality hydraulic tensioner for many years of reliable operation to come.
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T#:12943
Part#: 11281717210
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For Air Conditioning A/C Belt

Hydraulic Belt Tensioner for E36, E39, Z3 6-cyl models. This is the oil-filled tensioner that keeps the A/C belt in the proper tension. Over time the piston seals inside allow fluid to leak out. The tensioner becomes frozen or inoperable. Replacement is the best corrective action to take. This can be done during any belt or pulley service or anytime the fan is off the engine.
When doing any sort of repair or maintenance there is no replacement for genuine factory parts. Turner Motorsport carries the Genuine BMW brand with pride and has the parts you need to complete your next project with confidence.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1997-6/1998 E39 BMW 528i
1997-1999 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.8
1998-2000 Z3 BMW M Roadster M Coupe
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T#:21693590
Part#: 5PK863
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Replaces BMW # 11281437450 and 11281437872 ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts give you that extra piece of mind! Kevlar reinforced belts experience less elongation over time minimizing the amount of belt adjustment needed as well as offering a higher shock and impact resistance compared to OEM style belts. ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts have been put through a series of multiple tests such. Tensile strength Elongation Hardness Temperature and oil resistance per standard JASO E 109-94 Flex testing per SAE J2432.
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Rein Water Pump Pulley - E34, E36, E39, Z3
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T#:591716
Part#: 11511730554
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Located behind the fan blade, fan clutch bolts to this pulley
OEM Febi Idler Pulley - Multiple BMWs
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T#:382342
Part#: 11287841228
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This is an OEM Febi Upper Idler Pulley, also known as the roller pulley or deflection pulley. The upper and lower idler pulleys are known to be the primary sources for 'belt squealing'. The pulley is also encased in rubber which will crack over time. If left without service the rubber could fail completely, chucking the belt and leaving you stranded. Replacement is a very simple procedure and can be done anytime the fan is off the engine (belt replacement, water pump service, alternator replacement, etc).
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Febi Water Pump Pulley - E34, E36, E39, Z3
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T#:381779
Part#: 11511730554
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Located behind the fan blade, fan clutch bolts to this pulley

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T#:382335
Part#: 11281748131
Ships on Oct 19, 2026
$ 31.99 USD
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Replacement is recommend with every belt service
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T#:381684
Part#: 11281427252
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This tensioner is for either the Water Pump or Alternator on cars with the mechanical belt tensioner system. Please check to ensure your car does not have the hydraulic tensioner. This tensioner comes with the pulley assembly.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

Only for cars with Mechanical belt tensioner systems.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i
2004-2005 E60 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2006 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
2003-2005 Z4 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i

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Hydraulic Alternator Belt Tensioner Roller
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T#:594521
Part#: 11281748131
Ships on Dec 1, 2026
$ 23.99 USD
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Replacement is recommend with every belt service


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T#:22163420
Part#: 06B260849A
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$ 25.99

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$ 19.99 USD
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$ 25.99

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$ 19.99 USD
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Replaces BMW # 64551727378 ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts give you that extra piece of mind! Kevlar reinforced belts experience less elongation over time minimizing the amount of belt adjustment needed as well as offering a higher shock and impact resistance compared to OEM style belts. ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts have been put through a series of multiple tests such. Tensile strength Elongation Hardness Temperature and oil resistance per standard JASO E 109-94 Flex testing per SAE J2432.
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T#:53750207
Part#: PKP0124
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Upgrade the Plastic Pulley in Your BMW with an All Aluminum Construction Replacement from Rein
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T#:38195378
Part#: 11231438995
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$ 112.99 USD
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T#:55497432
Part#: 0500061555
Ships on Nov 12, 2026
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$ 12.99 USD
$ 12.99 USD
This is the main drive belt / serpentine belt that drives all of the engine auxiliaries, such as the alternator, water pump, and power steering pump. If your belt has excessive cracks, dry rot, missing teeth and/or grooves, or is causing noise, it's time for a new one.
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T#:55497413
Part#: 0500050905
Ships on Nov 12, 2026
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$ 5.99 USD
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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, or cause noise, it's time for new ones.
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T#:55353639
Part#: 0500040890
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$ 9.99 USD
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Keep your vehicle operating at peak efficiency by replacing your worn, stretched factory unit with this heavy-duty refresh from Meyle.

A/C Tensioner Pulley
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T#:594442
Part#: 11282245087
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Used to tighten the A/C drive belt. The A/C drive belt is tightened by a separate belt tensioner. If you notice yours is worn at your next belt service, replace it with a new part.
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T#:40579777
Part#: 11281437369
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Keep your BMW running at its best with the reliability of Meyle. Ideal for daily drivers, weekend cruisers, or performance builds, this accessory belt is the smart choice for dependable engine operation.
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T#:55353640
Part#: 0500061570
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$ 16.99 USD
$ 16.99 USD
This Meyle serpentine belt is built to strict original equipment quality standards to keep your alternator, power steering, and cooling systems running without a hitch.

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T#:55461428
Part#: 500061560
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$ 11.99 USD
$ 11.99 USD
A failing accessory belt not only kills your air conditioning, but a snapped belt can also whip around your engine bay, causing catastrophic damage to expensive pulleys, hoses, or fans.