V-Ribbed Drive Belt – 7DPK1884 (BMW N57 Diesel)

Quick Info

7DPK1884 is a 7-rib auxiliary drive belt used on BMW N57 diesel engines.
Drives engine accessories including the alternator, power steering and air conditioning system.

Description

7DPK1884 is a multi-rib serpentine belt designed for BMW 3.0 diesel engines using the N57 platform.

Manufactured by OEM suppliers such as Continental and Optibelt, this belt transfers drive from the crankshaft pulley to auxiliary components and is designed for high-load diesel applications.

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Fitment

Engines:

• N57 3.0D
• N57D30A
• N57D30B

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Common Models

• F10 / F11 530d / 535d
• F07 530d GT / 535d GT
• E70 X5 30d / 40d
• E71 X6 30d / 40d
• F01 / F02 730d

 

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Part Numbers

• 7DPK1884
• BMW OE:
  • 11287808106
  • 11288477789

 

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Technical Details

• Type: V-ribbed / serpentine belt
• Ribs: 7
• Length: 1884mm

 

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Notes

• OEM-style replacement belt
• Common service item on higher kilometre vehicles
• Recommended to inspect tensioner and idler pulleys during replacement

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Important

❗ Not a timing belt
❗ Always confirm by VIN before ordering
❗ Some vehicles use different belt lengths depending on options/equipment

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Common issues when worn

• Belt squeal or chirping
• Cracking or glazing
• Charging system faults
• Loss of power steering or AC drive

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Fitment Summary

✔️ N57 diesel engines
✔️ BMW 3.0D applications
✔️ 7-rib 1884mm belt
❌ Not for N47 or M57 applications