12 31 7 797 522Compact generator (exchange unit)
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Callout -- on BMW’s drawing “Generator, individual parts”. Open the drawing →
Genuine BMW part 12 31 7 797 522: Compact generator (exchange unit). You will find it under Electrical (Alternator with motor and mounting). It supersedes the older number 12 31 7 789 984, so a part carrying that number is the same part. BMW has since replaced it with 12 31 8 517 261.
BMW's catalog records no E36 or E46 it is fitted to; it belongs to other BMW models.
BMW draws it on 3 drawings, among them two Generator, individual parts drawings. It weighs about 7.6 kg (17 lb).
Out of stock. Request it and we will notify you when it is in stock.
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Used parts are inspected and graded: Good (minimal wear), Fair (normal wear) or Acceptable (visible wear). All fully working. Returns: 30 days if a part arrives damaged or not as described.
BMW has renumbered this part. All of these numbers are the same part.
12 31 8 517 261newer12 31 7 797 522current12 31 7 789 984replaced by 12 31 7 797 522
The other parts on BMW’s drawing “Generator, individual parts”. Open the drawing →
| # | Part | In stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Compact generator (exchange unit) · this part5 numbers at this callout | Out of stock | |
| 01 | ASA-Bolt6 numbers at this callout | Out of stock | Request |
| 02 | Washer | Out of stock | Request |
| 03 | Hex bolt with internal thread6 numbers at this callout | Out of stock | Request |
| 04 | Cap nut | Out of stock | Request |
| 05 | Voltage regulator7 numbers at this callout | Out of stock | Request |
| 06 | Pulley alternator9 numbers at this callout | Out of stock | Request |
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