11 28 010 Replacing alternator drive belt (S54)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW M Roadster, 2002 BMW M Coupe, 2001 BMW M Roadster, and 2001 BMW M Coupe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If the drive belt is to be subsequently reused: mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel.
Remove fan clutch with fan impeller. Refer to 11 52 020 Removing and installing/replacing fan clutch (S52 / S54 / M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56) .
Remove A/C compressor drive belt. Refer to 11 28 050 Replacing A/C compressor drive belt (S54) .
Place on screw connection of tensioning wheel and compress belt tensioner slowly and carefully.
Hold belt tensioner under tension, remove drive belt.
CAUTION:
If contaminated with hydraulic fluid: Replace drive belt.
Installation:
Check drive belt for coolant and oil residue and replace if necessary.
Installation:
Fit drive belt and check if it is correctly located on pulleys.