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V-belt BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / f 31, f 30)

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91)
How to replace the serpentine belt of the BMW 3 Series E90
In this video we can see how to replace the serpentine belt of the BMW 3 Series E90 version: this component is located at the front of the car, so the …Read all…
Posted on 21 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt on a BMW 3 Series E46
In this video, see how to replace the serpentine belt on a BMW 3 Series E46: after opening the hood, remove the air filter and air duct; this will expose the …Read all…
Posted on 18 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F31, F30)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt on the BMW 3 Series
To replace the serpentine belt on the BMW 3 Series, open the hood to access the components inside the engine compartment. At the front, you will find the air …Read all…
Posted on 13 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Replacing the Serpentine Belt on the BMW 3 Series 330i
In this brief and simple guide, see how to remove and replace the serpentine belt on the BMW 3 Series 330i by following the instructions below. First, lift the …Read all…
Posted on 19 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F31, F30)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt on a BMW 3 Series?
To replace the serpentine belt on a BMW 3 Series, open the hood to access the components in the engine bay. Specifically, you will need to remove parts located …Read all…
Posted on 23 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91)
BMW 3 Series E90/E91 - Replacing the Serpentine Belt
In this video, you will replace the serpentine belt on the BMW 3 Series E90/E91. It is highly recommended to also replace the power steering belt since you …Read all…
Posted on 31 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt on a BMW 3 Series
Before you can start, open the hood of your BMW 3 Series. Then, unclip and remove the upper engine cover and the serpentine belt cover. Start by loosening the …Read all…
Posted on 29 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt on a BMW 3 Series
Before starting, open the hood of your BMW 3 Series. Begin by unscrewing and removing the screws and bolts that secure the serpentine belt cover. This will …Read all…
Posted on 12 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91)
Replacing the Tensioner for the Serpentine Belt
Locate the position of the timing belt, which in this case is located just behind the radiator at the front of the engine compartment. Release tension on the …Read all…
Posted on 3 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E92, E90, E91)
How to Replace the Serpentine Belt
The first step in replacing a serpentine belt is to ensure you select the appropriate type of belt. Make sure it is installed correctly and that the bolts and …Read all…
Posted on 3 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Replacing Auxiliary Belt
Replacing the auxiliary belts is fairly simple since they are positioned at the front of the engine and there is enough maneuvering space to work; there are …Read all…
Posted on 23 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Replacing the Auxiliary Belt
This car model has two auxiliary belts: one for the water pump and the other for the air conditioning compressor, alternator, and power steering pump. The …Read all…
Posted on 22 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / E36)
Replacement of Serpentine Belts and Tensioner
Obtain replacement belts, tensioner wheels, tensioners, the belt installation diagram, and special tools. Start by removing the air box, disconnecting it from …Read all…
Posted on 4 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

V-belt BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / e 92, e 90, e 91)

V-belt BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / e 46)

V-belt BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / e 36)

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How to Open the Hood of the BMW X3

Today, you will learn how to open and close the hood of the BMW X3. To perform this simple operation, lift the hood release lever located next to the door seal on the driver’s side. After pulling the lever, you will notice that the hood will lift slightly. Position yourself in front of the hood and lift it after moving the internal lever from left to right. To keep the hood secure during maintenance, use the side support rod. To close the hood, simply let it fall back into place.

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