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M57/M67 – Belts

Poly-V-belt drive M57 E38/E39

• Maintenance-free
• Automatic retensioning (concept based on M47)
• Two belt levels
Rear:     Water pump, power steering pump,
Alternator
Front:    A/C compressor

Poly-V-belt drive M67

• Maintenance-free
• Self-retensioning
• Two belt levels
Rear:        A/C compressor, power steering pump
Front:      Alternator, water pump

Tensioning pulley or idler pulley

The tensioning pulley is designed as a spring-loaded element, thus rendering the hydraulic connection (M47) unnecessary.
The idler pulley arranged on the alternator ensures the belt drive runs more smoothly.