1993 BMW 318 tapping noise

1993 BMW 318
84,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CAROLYN.JOYCE
We think that the Multi rib belt might need replacing and was wondering if when we order a part that this is the correct name for it. Its the larger belt that goes around all the pullies not the small one for the air con. My husband put a little bit of pressure on the top belt pully while the motor was running and the noise did stop.

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Carolyn Joyce
Nov 17, 2008 at 7:10 PM
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The belt is a multi-rib belt and the part# is 11-28-1-247-986. There is also a need for your hubby to inspect both the tensioner and the deflection pulleys as they are known sources of noise issues.
Nov 17, 2008 at 8:08 PM
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