Belt Tensioners for BMW Z3 (1996-2002)

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Belt tensioner failure is common in several BMWs. If your belt is still in good shape and the only critical component that you need to replace is your drive belt tensioner, we have quality OE aftermarket and Genuine BMW options available for your BMW.
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Ruville - Corporate Logo
T#:11475
Part#: 11287838797
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This OEM Ruville hydraulic tensioner assembly is designed to keep the serpentine belt at the correct pressure against the pulleys. Many BMW's can have either a hydraulic or mechanical belt tensioner. Please check to see which tensioner type you need before ordering.

OEM Schaeffler (INA, LuK, Ruville, & FAG) is an engineering company that focuses on high-performance, precision manufacturing. With their individual brands INA, Luk, and FAG providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as countless other automotive companies, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes Schaeffler a go-to replacement parts provider for all of us here at Turner Motorsport.

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!


This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i

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Hydraulic Alternator Belt Tensioner Assembly
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URO - Corporate Logo
T#:396757
Part#: 11287838797
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Mechanical Alternator Belt Tensioner Assembly
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T#:371980
Part#: 11281427252
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Tensions the belt connecting the water pump, alternator, and power steering pump. Includes roller.

A/C Tensioner Pulley
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T#:373241
Part#: 11282245087
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$ 26.99

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$ 26.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
09-29-2026

$ 22.99 USD
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The A/C drive belt is tightened buy a separate belt tension.

Mechanical A/C Belt Tensioner Assembly
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URO - Corporate Logo
T#:361998
Part#: 11281433571
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Complete tensioner assembly with roller
Drive Belt Pulley Cap
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URO - Corporate Logo
T#:639224
Part#: 11281727159
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$ 3.99 USD
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Replace that missing protective cap and protect your belt tensioner bearing from debris.

A/C Tensioner Pulley
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:594442
Part#: 11282245087
Ships on Nov 13, 2026
$ 26.99 USD
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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.