BMW 3 Series Belt Drive Parts

Belt Drive

Here at GSF Car Parts, we have an impressive selection of drive belt parts and spares. When it comes to drive belt replacements, we can provide you with everything you need to repair your vehicle easily — and for great prices too. 

All of our timing belts and handy timing belt kits are from respected, high-quality brands. And, we supply a wide range of other products and kits too, including auxiliary drive belt kits and v-ribbed mounting kits. You can find easily what you're looking for by entering your reg into our search tool or filtering your make, model, and year.

At GFS Car Parts we offer a full range of premium-quality replacement engine parts, from crankcases and crankshaft drives to cylinder heads and timing controls, ideal for making vital upgrades or repairs to your car.

Timing Belt Vs. Drive Belts

The timing belt makes sure that your engine's crankshaft, pistons, and valves are working in sync.

Auxillary drive belts are used to drive other applications that run off the front of the engine like the ac compressor, alternator, power steering pump, and other belt-driven car accessories.

It is essential for you to fully maintain and service your timing belt and drive belt parts to keep your engine running smoothly.

What is a Timing Belt?

A timing belt (Or cam belt) is installed in a car to turn the camshaft at the correct speed in relation to the crankshaft, making sure the engine cylinders open at the right time. The timing belt is a toothed belt that is generally made from rubber. Although, some modern belts are now made from polyurethane or neoprene.

What are Signs of Timing Belt Problems?

If a timing belt is failing, it will start slipping and eventually break. Here are some faulty timing belt issues that you should look out for:

• High RPM engine problems
• Performance and low acceleration issues
• Engine misfiring due to a slipping timing belt
• Ticking noise from engine (This could also be low oil pressure or low engine lubrication)
• Oil leaking on the timing belt cover

How often should Timing Belt be Changed?

It is crucial to replace timing belts at recommended intervals because if the belt breaks when the engine is running it can cause catastrophic and irreparable damage.

Every manufacturer is different, but as a rule, you should replace the timing belt between 40,000 to 100,000 miles or 4+ years. If you check your vehicle handbook, it should give you the exact mileage or time to change your timing belt. Check this first. If you can change your cam belt or timing belt yourself, it’ll keep costs down.

What are Belt Drives?

Belt drives are used to manage and distribute power efficiently within your car, and they are comprised of a flexible loop linking a series of powerful rotating shafts. This belt transmits kinetic power to multiple components of your engine, but even high-quality belts can be susceptible to snapping over time.

So, your belt drive and its components need to be regularly checked for signs of wear.

Shop Drive Belts at GFS Car Parts Online and In-Store

All our drive belts and parts are from trusted brands in the motoring industry, so you can count on them to be reliable and of excellent quality. Plus, our low-price promise means you can always expect great value too.

We offer free UK delivery on all online orders over £25, plus 60-day returns*. So, buy your drive belt and parts from us with confidence today. Or if you’re close to one of our 180 store locations across the UK & Ireland, just drop by and our experienced staff will be able to direct you to the right part for your vehicle.