SKF Drive Belt Idler Pulley – VKM 38336

Description

SKF VKM 38336 is an OE-quality auxiliary drive belt idler pulley for BMW N47 and N57 diesel engines.

The pulley guides the serpentine belt and helps maintain correct belt alignment for smooth operation of the:
✔️ Alternator
✔️ Air conditioning compressor
✔️ Power steering pump
✔️ Water pump

A worn idler pulley can cause belt noise, vibration and premature auxiliary belt failure.

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Fits BMW Engines

✔️ N47
✔️ N47N
✔️ N57
✔️ N57S (M50d)

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Common Models

• E87 118d / 120d
• E90 / E91 / E92 318d / 320d / 325d / 330d
• F30 320d / 330d
• F10 / F11 520d / 525d / 530d / 535d
• F01 / F02 730d / 740d
• E70 X5 30d / 40d
• E71 X6 30d / 35d
• E84 X1 20d / 23d

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Part Numbers

• SKF: VKM 38336
• BMW OE: 11287800562

Cross References:

• INA: 532 0556 10
• FEBI: 30441
• MEYLE: 314 009 0007

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What's Included

✔️ 1x Drive belt idler pulley
✔️ Mounting bolt

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Important

❗ Idler pulley only
❗ Not a tensioner assembly
❗ Not a timing chain component
❗ Inspect auxiliary belt and tensioner during replacement

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Common Symptoms

• Belt squeal
• Front engine noise
• Pulley bearing wear
• Belt vibration
• Auxiliary belt misalignment

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Fitment Summary

✔️ N47 / N47N
✔️ N57 / N57S (M50d)
✔️ BMW 2.0D & 3.0D diesel engines
✔️ OE BMW 11287800562
❌ Not M57 engines