[Itr123]

Hi,
I was having a nosy around the engine bay, noticed a strange sound, after closer inspection I noticed the belt in the pics attached was what seems like the cause of it. Does it look like it needs changing asap?

[Kernel Kurtz]

I would definitely replace it as a preventative measure. Very bad things happen to those cars if the belt comes off. Lots of threads on these forums where broken belts damage the front crank seal and ingest rubber bits into the engine.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1792198

[Ericwj7]

Originally Posted by Kernel Kurtz

I would definitely replace it as a preventative measure. Very bad things happen to those cars if the belt comes off. Lots of threads on these forums where broken belts damage the front crank seal and ingest rubber bits into the engine.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1792198

Replace, you can see it fraying at the edges plus the ⬆️ above issue if it goes.

Whats the mileage on your belt?

[Shirazkhan]

Replace asap