Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. 6986081-2
CD Changer BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 Compact CD Changing Unit 6986081
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Part no. A0015467435
Battery Cover Mercedes W906 Battery Positive Pole Cover Red A0015467435
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Part no. A6399001001
Mercedes W639 PDC Parking Park Sensor Distance Control Module A9064460046
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Part no. 9331207
BMW F20 CD DAB Radio Bluetooth Head Unit 9331207
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Part no. A9065420044
Mercedes W906 Bracket Mount Fuse Distribution Box A9065420044
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Part no. 8662411-5
BMW F22 F23 F30 F31 LCI 218i 318i B38 136HP Engine ECU DME 8662411 Manual
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Part no. 9890599
BMW F90 M5 G11 G30 Air Module Crash Control Unit 9890599
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Part no. 7619136
BMW E84 F25 F26 N20 Engine Sensor Module Wiring Cable Loom Harness 7619136
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Part no. 954104H411
Hyundai H-1 Body Control Module Control Unit BCM ECU Module 95410-4H411
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Part no. 6990109
BMW X3 E83 LCI Front Door Speaker Tweeter 6990109
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Part no. 9318750
Head Unit BMW F10 F20 F22 F30 F32 Navigation Sat Nav DAB High 9318750
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Part no. 5Q0907530AJ
Audi RS3 8V Gateway Control Module GCM Unit ECU 5Q0907530AJ
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Part no. A6511508300
Engine Wiring Mercedes W910 OM651.958 Diesel Harness Loom Cable A6511508300
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Part no. 4G0907401F-1
Audi A7 4G 3.0 TDI CDUC Quattro Engine ECU Kit BCM + Ignition + Key 04L907445F
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Part no. 04L907309B-3
Skoda Octavia Mk3 5E 1.6 TDI CLHA 105HP Engine ECU Kit Ignition + Key 04L907309B
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Part no. A2048701126
Mercedes S204 Door Module Rear Left N/S Control Unit ECU A2048701126
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Part no. 8654466-1
BMW F45 225i 231HP B48 Engine ECU Kit Unit DME 8654466 BDC Key Automatic
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Part no. A0993200258
Mercedes W213 C238 Air Suspension Valve Block Control Unit Module A0993200258
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Part no. 9122500
BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 Control Unit Air Module ECU No Crash Data 9122500
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Part no. A0141541102
Alternator Generator Mercedes W204 W207 Diesel Engine Valeo 150A A0141541102
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Part no. A2048207485
Mercedes W204 Front Door Control Unit Module Right O/S A2048207485
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Part no. 6921309
BMW E65 E66 Centre Console Front Armrest Tray Cables Wiring Set 6921309
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Part no. 7160897
BMW X5 E53 E60 E61 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 Turn Indicator Silver Bulb 7160897
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Part no. 7181313
BMW X1 E84 E90 E91 Door Handle LED Light Lighting Left N/S 7181313
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Part no. A2129004206
Door Module Mercedes W212 E-Class Rear Right O/S Control Unit A2129004206
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Part no. D1BT14D212NA
Ford Transit Connect Mk2 II Bluetooth Control Module Unit ECU D1BT14D212NA
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Part no. A2059003740
Mercedes A205 Convertible Comfort Control Unit Module A2059003740
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Part no. 8583653
BMW F10 F30 F31 LCI N57N Wiring Harness Engine Glow Module 8583653
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Part no. 7624617-1
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Cable Alternator Starter Base B 7624617
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Part no. 7631932
Engine Wiring BMW F30 F31 N20 Loom Module Harness Cable 7631932
€75.95
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Part no. A2218704895
Mercedes W221 Door Module Rear Door Control ECU Unit Left N/S A2218704895
€28.95
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Part no. 9226885
BMW F20 F21 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Diversity DAB 9226885
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Part no. 7579155-1
Starter Motor BMW X5 E70 LCI X6 E71 Z4 E89 N20 N55 Petrol Engine 7579155
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Part no. 9257093
Mini Navigation Head Unit R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 R61 CHAMP 2 Sat Nav DAB 9257093
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Part no. 6949226-2
4 x BMW E63 E64 DWA Door Alarm System Module Control Unit Set 6949226
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Part no. 9255048
BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87N Battery Wire Cable Negative Earth Lead 9255048 6929705
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Part no. A1779001203
Mercedes W177 Door Control Module Rear Left Right N/O/S A1779001203
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Part no. A2909003001
Mercedes C238 E53 4matic Transfer Case Torque Distribution Control ECU
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Part no. 6856747
BMW F10 F20 F30 Tow Bar Trailer Towing Control Module Unit AHM 4 6856747
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Part no. 9126106
BMW Mini R55 R56 R57 Cabrio Adapter Lead Outside Temperature Sensor 9126106
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Part no. A2118705026
Passenger Seat Module Mercedes W164 W203 W211 Memory Control Unit A2118705026
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Part no. 6989994
BMW E65 E66 E67 Control Unit Front Centre Console Module 6989994
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Part no. A0035420219
Relay Mercedes W639 W906 5-Pin Black 12A A0035420219
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Part no. 8514766
BMW 1 Series F20 114d 116d ed N47N Wiring Harness Engine Glow Module 8514766
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Part no. 9350003
Safety Control Unit BMW F01 LCI F07 F10 F11 F25 Air Module Bag ECU 9350003
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Part no. A1769009203
Mercedes R172 R231 Headlight LED Ballast Control Unit Module A1769009203
€85.95
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Part no. 9134479
BMW E90 ECU Body Control Module ECU H1 61359134479 9134479
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Part no. A0009054807
Mercedes W118 W177 W206 W247 NOX Sensor A0009054807
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Part no. A2215401833
Mercedes W221 Door Harness Left Right N/O/S Rear Door Wiring Loom A2215401833
€23.95
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Part no. A2465402705
Mercedes W176 Door Harness Loom Cable Wiring Front Left Right N/O/S A2465402705
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Part no. A2059008218
Telematics Module Mercedes W176 W205 W218 Communication Control Unit A2059008218
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Part no. 6927025-1
Window Lifter Drive BMW E87 E90 E91 Motor Rear Left 6927025
€23.95
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Part no. 6949226-1
2 x BMW E63 E64 DWA Door Alarm System Module Control Unit Set 6949226
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Part no. 4L0919614B
Audi Q7 4L Navigation Multimedia Control Panel Knob Unit 4L0919614B
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Part no. 9221825
BMW E70 E71 Car Infotainment Multimedia Computer Head Unit 9221825
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€205.17
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Part no. 9176193
Mini Cooper R57 R58 LCI Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier FM 9176193
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Part no. 9284331
Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI R60 R61 Roof Light Switch Operating Unit 9284331
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Part no. 6931987
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Control Unit Voice Input System Module 6931987
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Part no. 9366409
BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Module Control Unit FEM 9366409
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Part no. 9247398
BMW F01 F10 F11 F12 Body Control Unit Module Gateway ZGW-01 9247398
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Part no. 8507202-2
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI 318d N47N 143HP ECU Kit DDE 8507202 CAS3 Key Automatic
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Part no. 7545142
BMW Z4 Series E85 N52 Roadster Cable Alternator Starter Base B+ 7545142
€23.95
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Part no. A1779008511
Door Module Mercedes W177 W247 Rear Left Right N/O/S Control Unit A1779008511
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Part no. A2218230050
Mercedes W221 Centre Console Telephone Keypad Control Unit Module A2218230050
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Part no. 9277818
Antenna Amplifier BMW F23 Cabrio FM Radio Booster Unit Module 9277818
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Part no. 4280002630
Toyota Hilux Vigo Engine Starter Motor Assembly Unit 03L911024A
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Part no. 8P3971085
Audi A3 8P Rear Bumper PDC Wiring Parking Sensor Loom Harness 8P3971085
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Part no. 8576341-6
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 116d 316d 116HP N47N ECU Kit DDE 8576341 + Key + FEM Manual
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Part no. 9221713
BMW F01 Front Bumper PDC Wiring Loom Cable Harness F02 9221713 9221712
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Part no. 3455305-1
2 x Mini R57 R58 R59 DWA Door Alarm System Module Control Unit Set 3455305
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Part no. 8W8959107D
Audi A5 F5 Rear Hatch Tailgate Boot Lid Control Module Unit ECU 8W8959107D
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Part no. 9199305
KaFAS Camera BMW F10 F11 Rear View Control Unit Module 9199305
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Part no. A2059001136
Mercedes C238 Vehicle Dynamic Transmission Control Unit Module A2059001136
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Part no. 7570287
BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Earth Ground Battery Strap Cable 7570287
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Part no. 8578945-3
BMW F20 118d F30 318d N47N 143HP ECU Engine Contol Unit DDE 8578945 Manual
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Part no. 9177773
BMW F01 F07 F10 F11 Battery Power B+ Distribution Box Rear 9177773
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Part no. 9861558-1
Rain Sensor BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Windscreen Light Solar Condensation Unit 9861558
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Part no. 6916228
Mini Cooper R50 R53 VICS Receiver Control Unit Module Japan 6916228
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Part no. A2469003417
Parking Brake Module Mercedes W176 W231 W246 Electric Control Unit A2469003417
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Part no. A1569005303
Mercedes W176 Body Control Module BCM Control Unit ECU A1569005303
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Part no. 9268438
BMW F10 F11 F01 F02 F03 Crash Impact Air Module Central Sensor Unit 9268438
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Part no. 8V0907451
Audi A3 8V Sun Light Solar Sensor Control Detector 8V0907451
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Part no. 8658275
Mini Cooper One F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Starter Motor Engine Petrol 8658275
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Part no. A2219004704
Mercedes-Benz S W221 Comand 6-Changer CD Radio Head Unit DVD Navi A2219004704
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Part no. A2475400700
Mercedes W177 Rear Axle Wheel RPM Speed Left N/S Sensor Wire Harness A2475400700
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Part no. A2118704926
Seat Module Mercedes W164 W203 W211 C219 Front Memory Control Unit A2118704926
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Part no. 3455305-2
3 x Mini R57 R58 R59 DWA Door Alarm System Module Control Unit Set 3455305
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Part no. 8507908
BMW F20 Gearbox Transmission Harness Wiring Loom Manual 8507908
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Part no. 7640508-2
BMW 1 3 4 Series F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 F33 Cooling Fan Control Unit Radiator
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Part no. 8582279-8
BMW F30 F32 F34 GT 320d 420d N47N 184HP Engine Module Unit ECU DDE 8582279
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Part no. A2048200015
Telephone Cable Mercedes W204 C207 W212 Wiring Adapter Line A2048200015
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Part no. A2135452040
Mercedes W213 Head Unit Bracket Control Unit Module Holder Mount A2135452040
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Part no. A2049001206
Mercedes W204 Coupe Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit A2049001206
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Part no. A2129009622
Mercedes W212 Fuse Box Relay Rear SAM Control Unit Module A2129009622
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Part no. 8K0959792J
Audi A4 B8 Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit Module ECU 8K0959792J
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Part no. A2189015200
Mercedes X218 Air Module Control Unit ECU Module A2189015200
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Part no. A0035420219-1
Relay Mercedes W639 W906 5-Pin Black 12V 20A A0035420219 Set X2
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Part no. A2215402062
Fuel Pump Module Mercedes ML W164 W204 Petrol Control Unit ECU A2215402062
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Key components of vehicle electrical systems
Original electrical parts for popular car brands
A car's electrical system is a complex system responsible for many key functions—from engine starting to lighting and on-board electronics. Modern cars are equipped with increasingly advanced electrical solutions that not only improve driving comfort but also enhance safety. At the Global Parts automotive store you will find a wide range of used car parts , such as alternators, starters, batteries, control modules and other automotive electrical systems that perfectly fit BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini and many others.
How does a car's electrical system work?
A car's electrical system is a complex system that consists of several key components that work together to ensure the vehicle's reliable operation:
- Battery accessories – Includes clamps, cables, holders and other components necessary for battery installation and maintenance.
- Electronic control modules and controllers – They control and manage the operation of various vehicle systems, such as the engine, air conditioning and ABS.
- Alternators and generators – Responsible for generating electricity and charging the battery while the engine is running.
- Parts for alternators and generators – Including voltage regulators, brushes and bearings that ensure proper operation of the alternator.
- Starters – Key components of the starting system that enable the engine to be started.
- Starter parts – Including bendixes, rotors and solenoids necessary for the proper operation of the starter.
- Batteries – They store the electrical energy necessary to start the engine and power on-board systems.
- Wires, harnesses and connectors – They transmit energy and electrical signals between various vehicle systems.
- Fuses and fuse boxes – Protect the electrical system against overloads and short circuits.
- Relays – They control the flow of current in individual electrical circuits of the vehicle. A functioning electrical system is the basis for the reliability of your car, regardless of operating conditions.
Key technical parameters of electrical systems
Each of these components has specific technical parameters that determine its compatibility with the vehicle. For example, alternators installed in mid-range cars (e.g., Volkswagen Passat B6) typically have a capacity of 90 A to 140 A, while luxury vehicles (e.g., Mercedes S-Class) require alternators with a capacity exceeding 180 A. Starter motors vary in torque and operating voltage – the standard is 12 V, while 24 V starters are used in heavy-duty vehicles.
Why is it worth taking care of your car's electrical system?
Regular maintenance and replacement of electrical system components is key to reliability and road safety. Faulty components can lead to:
- Problems starting the engine.
- Failure of safety systems such as ABS or airbags.
- Decreased efficiency of on-board equipment, e.g. lighting or air conditioning. At the Global Parts store we offer original used car parts , which have undergone detailed quality tests, ensuring their full functionality.
Symptoms of electrical system disruptions
In practice, electrical faults manifest themselves in a variety of ways. Drivers most often notice: dimming lights when parked, difficulty starting the engine, a voltage drop on the on-board computer, or air conditioning malfunctions. The table below presents typical correlations:
| Symptom | Possible cause | Item to check |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty starting the engine | Worn out starter or battery | Starter motor, battery |
| Dimming the lights | Inefficient alternator | Alternator, voltage regulator |
| Electric windows not working | Damaged relays or harness | Relays, wires |
How to choose the right parts for your electrical system?
When choosing parts for the electrical system, such as alternators, starters or control modules, it is worth paying attention to:
- Vehicle-specific fit – Every car make and model requires specific specifications. At Global Parts, you'll find parts that perfectly fit BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini, and many more .
- Technical condition – All used parts we offer are thoroughly checked to ensure their reliability.
- Technical parameters – For example, alternators should have appropriate current output, adapted to the needs of your vehicle.
Compatibility and fit
The selection of electrical parts is based primarily on OEM part numbers, but matching them to specific parameters is equally important, including current, voltage, and the number of connector pins. For example, the 120A alternator used in the Audi A4 B7 differs significantly from the 150A version installed in the Audi A6 C6 . Therefore, using manufacturer catalogs or providing the VIN makes finding the right component much easier.
Why choose used electrical parts?
Purchase of used car parts This solution allows you to combine savings with quality. Why choose it?
- Lower costs – Used alternators, starters and other parts are cheaper than new ones, but offer the same high quality.
- Ecology – You support recycling and reduce waste by choosing used car parts .
- Wide range – We offer electrical parts for the most popular car brands, so you can easily find what you need.
How to take care of your car's electrical system?
To ensure your electrical system operates reliably for years, it is worth remembering a few rules:
- Regularly check the battery condition and charge level.
- Take care of your cables and connectors – corrosion or damage can lead to voltage drops and failures.
- Monitor the operation of the alternator and starter – early detection of problems will help avoid more serious breakdowns. If you have any problems, you will find the right car parts at Global Parts that will help restore your vehicle to full working order.
Step-by-step control procedures
- Measure the battery voltage with a multimeter – the resting value should be approximately 12.6 V.
- Check the charging voltage with the engine running – the correct range is 13.8–14.5 V.
- Assess the condition of the wires and terminals – lack of corrosion and a firm seat are essential.
- If in doubt, check the quiescent current consumption – it should not exceed 0.05–0.08 A.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about electrical systems in cars
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a car electrical system? | This is a set of components responsible for powering and controlling all electrical functions in the car – from engine starting to multimedia. |
| What is an alternator for in a car? | The alternator generates electrical current when the engine is running and charges the battery. |
| What is the difference between a starter and an alternator? | The starter motor is used solely to start the engine, while the alternator is responsible for generating energy while driving. |
| How to check if the battery is working? | Just measure its voltage – a healthy battery should have approximately 12.6 V at rest and maintain a voltage above 10 V during cranking. |
| What are the most common symptoms of car electrical failure? | Problems starting the engine, flashing warning lights, power windows not working or dimming lights. |
| Do electrical parts from one model fit another? | Sometimes yes, but the key is to match it by VIN or OEM number – this guarantees compatibility. |
| How often should you check your electrical system? | It is worth performing basic diagnostics (battery, alternator) at least once a year or before a long trip. |
Summary: Automotive electrical systems at Global Parts Automotive Store
Automotive electrical systems are the foundation of the reliability and comfort of every modern vehicle. By choosing the right parts, such as alternators, batteries, and control modules, you can ensure your car's full operational efficiency. The Global Parts automotive store invites you to browse our wide selection of original used car parts . Whether you're looking for car parts for BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes, Mini , or others, you'll find them at competitive prices. We strive to ensure every customer finds the right parts for their car, and if you have any questions or concerns about selecting the right components, we're happy to help! Please contact us – we're here to help! For more information and interesting facts, visit our automotive blog .