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    4. : Alternator belt replacement on BMW 3

BMW Serie 3 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Alternator
Operation: Alternator belt replacement on BMW 3

Disassembly of the non-working alternator? We see the disassembly and replacement inside the engine compartment of the BMW 3. We open and lift the bonnet, remove the engine panel, remove the air duct pipe and if necessary the front bumper. With a fixed wrench we go to loosen the belt tensioner roller and remove the belt from its seat. With a socket wrench we go to unscrew the tightening pin of the belt tensioner roller and unscrew the alternator tightening screws. We remove the alternator from inside the engine compartment. We mount the new alternator, the belt tensioner and the belt itself, we tighten everything with the socket wrench. We test the functioning at the end of the assembly of all the pieces.


Posted on 12 December 2023 by ScegliAuto

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