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Originally Posted by srmmmm
The fact you have no power steering is a strong indicator of belt slippage which is probably resulting from coolant residue, or a failing belt tensioner. This could also be causing reduced alternator output. I'd check the belt and tensioner first, then address the alternator if there's no change.
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So I had a chance to check my BMW Engine Housing. The belt around the alternator seemed to be on correctly, tightly and it was spinning just fine. However, the belt that seemed to spin the radiator fan (or the belt that is behind the fan system) has completely fallen off the track.
Are there two different belt systems? And would this explain all my problems?
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EDIT: Actually, I think the thing that I was previously thinking was the alternator, is actually the AC Compressor. So it does seem that the alternator belt is off the track.