11 28 020 Removing and installing/replacing belt tensioner of the alternator (B48B)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 BMW 330i xDrive and 2017 BMW 330i xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When replaced, the tensioning device must be de-tensioned again before removal.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove ALTERNATOR .

Removal:

Loosen the screws along the arrows.

Guide the belt tensioner (1) out and remove.

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Installation:

Guide the belt tensioner (1) in at the alternator and install.

Tighten the screws along the arrows.

Tightening torque 12 31 2AZ .

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Required follow-up work:

Install ALTERNATOR .