SKF 6201-J Alternator Bearing - Commutator End, Front or Inner

SKF 6201-J Alternator Bearing for BMW and Toyota

SKF 6201-J is an alternator bearing built for electrical charging system service where low friction and stable high-speed operation matter. With precise dimensions and broad OE-style fitment, it serves as a direct replacement for many BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Nissan, and Toyota applications.

Key Features

• Inside diameter: 0.472 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.259 in.
• Width: 0.393 in.
• Ball bearing design for smooth rotational movement
• SKF engineering backed by more than a century of bearing development
• Compatible With alternator service on select BMW 325i, Toyota Corolla, and other listed vehicles

Product Details

The SKF 6201-J alternator bearing is designed around compact bearing dimensions that support charging-system repair and rebuild work. SKF’s bearing technology heritage dates back to the first self-aligning ball bearing, and the brand continues to focus on precision manufacturing for long service life and dependable motion control. This part number, 6201-J, is used in a wide range of alternator applications, including select BMW 528e, BMW 535i, and Toyota Corolla models, as well as other listed vehicles with commutator-end or N/A positions shown in the fitment data. This part cross-references Unity Automotive 11130 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Alternator noise caused by worn or rough bearings
• Excessive alternator shaft play
• Charging-system drag from bearing wear
• Rotor vibration that affects alternator operation
• Premature alternator rebuild failure from degraded bearing surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the bearing dimensions before installation: 0.472 in. inside diameter, 1.259 in. outside diameter, and 0.393 in. width. Match the application to the listed position, especially commutator-end alternator service where specified. Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and alternator configuration before pressing the bearing into place. For fitment examples, this part fits 1987-1989 BMW 325i, 1986-1987 Dodge Aries, and 1972-1974 Toyota Corolla, commutator end.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures bearings to strict quality standards focused on durability, smooth operation, and safety. The brand’s long history in bearing technology supports consistent performance in charging-system repair work. Fits 1987-1989 BMW 325i, 1985-1989 BMW 535i, and 1968-1974 Toyota Corona, commutator end, among the many listed applications for the SKF 6201-J.