Well I was able to change my ac belt. Wasn't as bad as I thought even though mine also has dynamic suspension, etc. Nothing seems difficult after my failed attempt at the oil cooler gasket a few months back lol.

For some reason the bolt is not at its previous position, despite belt being tighter than before. Probably because it's a new belt.

Thanks Greg for your write up in the other thread. I changed water pump, thermostat, hoses, and also installed bimmerfix stent with the help of it.

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