
🚘 Vehicle Application Details
BMW M3 (2008–2013): V8 4.0L with 180 Amp Valeo Alternator
🔍 Cross-Reference Alternator Assemblies (Fits These Units)
Unit Specifications: 12 Volt, 180 Amp, Valeo, S6 (6-Groove) Pulley
- BMW: 12-31-7-837-981, 12-31-7-838-656, 7837981, 7838656,
- Bosch Aftermarket: AL9454X
- J&N: 400-40100
- Lester: 11450
- Valeo: 2543424, 2543424A, 2543424D, FG18S014, FGN18S014
- Valeo New: 439675
🔧 Component-Specific Technical Data
⚡ OEM Valeo Voltage Regulator with Brushes Specs (599221):
- Design: 12 Volt, B-Circuit, COM, BSS-A Interface
- Operating Voltage: 14.2 Run Voltage
- Replaces: Valeo 2543533, 2610120, 599221; Other: GNR-V223, 09768OE, W082-99N
⚡ Drive End (DE) Bearing Specs (54700):
- Dimensions: 17mm ID x 47mm OD x 14mm W (6303-2RS)
⚡ Rotor / Slip Ring End (SRE) Bearing Specs (53500):
- Dimensions: 15mm ID x 35mm OD x 11mm W (6202-2RS)
⚡ Tolerance Ring / Bearing Cap Specs (46-94435):
- Dimensions: 35mm ID x 37mm OD x 19mm Overall Height
- Replaces: Valeo 2545308, 591002, 46-94435
⚡ Slip Ring Specs (24-94867):
- Dimensions: 9mm ID x 14.9mm OD x 48.3mm Total Length
- Replaces: Valeo 2606286, 24-94867
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