OEM BMW Belts And Hoses

Many moving parts must work at the same time for your BMW to run. Belts and hoses move most of them. Belts do it mechanically. Serpentine and drive belts are two good examples. They move alternator parts as well as those in systems like your power steering. Timing belts and timing chains, however, rotate camshafts. These keep engine valves opening and closing and engine pistons pumping. Hoses do things a little differently. They move parts using liquid pressure. Radiator hoses are prime examples. They transfer coolant between your radiator and engine. Heater core hoses are others. They move coolant through your AC and heating systems, helping warm your cabin. Fuel hoses, however, connect your engine to your gas tank; you often see them in older BMW cars and SUVs. Brake hoses, on the other hand, shunt brake fluid through brake lines. When the liquid gets to brake calipers, it clamps them onto brake rotors, with brake pads in between. This produces the friction that slows and stops your wheels. Lots of other belts and hoses do much more. Unfortunately, though, both can go bad.

What Are the Signs Your Belts Are Bad or Your Hoses Are Failing?

They're many. Aside from any damage you can see, they range from looseness, squeaks, and leaking to battery issues and interior lighting that doesn't work right. Even a misfiring or overheating engine can indicate belt and hose problems, not to mention systems failures. Bad hoses and faulty belts mean poor vehicle performance, or worse, complete disablement. Luckily, you can get new genuine OEM belts and hoses right from our auto parts counter. They'll be guaranteed compatible with your BMW right off the shelf. Order now and you'll be getting your repairs done in no time.