Automotive electrical systems
More informationAt Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including automotive electrical systems for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Each of our car parts undergoes quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.
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Part no. 5A130F9
BMW F40 F44 G20 Parking Control Module Unit USS ECU LOW 5A130F9
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Part no. A1679008311
Mercedes C238 Door Control Unit Module ECU Front Left N/S A1679008311
€47.95
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Part no. A0025428019
Relay Mercedes W176 W246 4-Pin Black Hella 12V A0025428019
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Part no. 6772742
BMW 3 4 Series F80 M3 F82 M4 Control Unit Active Sound Design 2622362
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Part no. A1635403110
Mercedes-Benz M ML W163 Rear Left Right Door Wiring Loom Harness A1635403233
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Part no. 6950089
BMW E81 E87 E90 Hands Free Electronics Charging Bluetooth Module MULF 6950089
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Part no. 7222633-1
BMW E90 E91 LCI Flat Cable Wiring Wire CAS Start Stop ECU Loom 7222633
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Part no. A0009821012
Mercedes W166 W213 C238 Power Distribution Plate Control Unit Module A0009821012
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Part no. 4F0907280B
Audi Q7 4L On Board Onboard Supply Module Control Unit ECU 4F0907280B
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Part no. 03L906018LB
Audi A6 C7 2.0 TDI CGLC 177HP Engine Control Unit ECU 03L906018LA Automatic
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Part no. A2055400428
Battery Wiring Mercedes GLC X253 C253 Diesel OM651 Starter Cable A2055400428
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Part no. 7835872
BMW 5 Series E60 E63 E64 Carrier Holder Amplifier/Video Module Fairing EDC
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Part no. 7M0951253C
Volkswagen T5 Audi Seat Skoda Relay Black Control Unit 5 Pin 12V 7M0951253C
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Part no. 7195197
BMW E88 Convertible Folding Top Roof ECU Module CVM Bracket Holder Mount 7195197
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Part no. 7522284
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 W10 Battery Cable Plus Pole 7522284
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Part no. A6401501891-1
Mercedes W169 W245 A200 B200 CDI OM640.941 140HP Engine ECU Kit Key A6401501891
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Part no. 8644376
BMW G20 G30 F40 F45 Mini F54 F56 F60 Crankshaft Position Sensor 8644376
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Part no. 03L906018RC-1
Audi Q3 8U 2.0 TDI CFGC Quattro Engine ECU Kit 03L906018RC Ignition + Key Manual
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Part no. 6928944
BMW X3 Series E83 Battery Positive Cable Fuse Box 61136928944 6928944
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Part no. A1698209926
Mercedes W169 W245 ECU Air Control Unit Sensor Module A1698209926
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Part no. A2049005410
Mercedes W204 Sat Nav Radio CD Player Radio Head Unit A2049005410
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Part no. A1729006503
Mercedes SLK R172 Roadster Folding Roof Module Vario Control Unit A1729006503
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Part no. 8510832
BMW E90 E91 LCI N47N 318d 143HP Engine Control Unit ECU DDE 8510832 Automatic
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Part no. A0005468502
Battery Cover Mercedes W205 W212 Battery Positive Pole Cover Red A0005468502
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Part no. 8685853
BMW F40 X1 F48 Mini F55 F56 F60 Engine Injector Wiring Loom Harness 8685853
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Part no. 7514357
BMW Z4 E85 Roadster Cabrio Cable Alternator Starter Base B 7514357
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Part no. 06L903027
Audi Q5 FY Alternator Generator Valeo 2.0 TFSI 06L903027
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Part no. A2059008204
Mercedes W205 SAM Module Fuse Box Relay Control Unit A2059008204
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Part no. 9664016980
Citroen C4 Starter Motor Diesel Engine HDI Actuator Unit 9664016980
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Part no. 6907519-1
BMW 7 SERIES E65 E66 E67 Battery cable plus pole 6907519
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Part no. 8V4971693F
Audi A3 8V Rear Left Right N/O/S Door Card Wiring Loom Harness 8V4971693
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Part no. A2098205489-1
Mercedes W209 Radio Head Unit Media Player Navigation Screen A2098205489
€327.95
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Part no. 8605458
Wiring BMW X1 E84 F11 N20 Engine Sensor System Module Wiring Harness 8605458
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€92.61
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Part no. 9648588880
Peugeot 206 2.0HDI 90HP DW10TD Engine Control Unit ECU 9664843780 Manual
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Part no. A1718300272
Mercedes A B ML Class W166 W169 W245 Interior Temperature Sensor A1718300272
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€22.75
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Part no. A2741501802
Mercedes W213 Engine Wiring Harness Cable Loom A2741501802
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€108.57
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Part no. 9316655
Seat Wiring BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Driver's Side Loom Cable 9316654
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Part no. 7856817
BMW F90 M5 F91 M8 Battery Cable Wire Lead Positive Alternator Starter B+ 7856817
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Part no. A1635409008
Mercedes-Benz M ML W163 Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier Wiring Loom A1635409008
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Part no. 8W0971687BR
Audi A4 B9 Rear Right O/S Door Wiring Loom Harness 8W0971687BR
€56.95
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Part no. A2124407952
Mercedes W212 W218 Battery Cable Negative Lead Terminal Harness A2124407952
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Part no. 8K0937517B
Audi RS4 B8 Positive Battery Distribution Terminal Junction Relay Box 8K0937517B
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Part no. A9075402087
Mercedes W907 Starter Wiring Battery Alternator Cable Harness Loom A9075401305
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Part no. 7853357
Engine Wiring BMW F87 M2 N55 Petrol Loom Module 1 Harness Cable 7853357
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€145.31
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Part no. 8380409
BMW X5 E53 Fuse Distribution Box Relay Board 6907395 8380409 6909721
€23.95
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Part no. A2123300135
Mercedes W212 Front Axle Suspension Wishbone Ball Joint Mount A2123300135
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Part no. 6958526-1
BMW 5 X5 X6 Series 1 E60 E61 E70 E71 F10 F11 Seat Adjustment Switch Right O/S
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€22.75
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Part no. A0009822923-1
Mercedes W177 W205 W247 Relay Fuse Unit Module 4 Pins Grey SET X2 A0009822923
€23.95
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Part no. A2118704026
Mercedes W211 Door Module Rear Left N/S Control Unit ECU A2118704026
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Part no. A1769980001
Door Wiring Plug Mercedes W176 W246 Cable Lead Connector A1769980001
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Part no. 6867169
Air Module BMW F20 F23 F30 F32 F36 Domain Control Module ICM Unit 6867169
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Part no. 8611289
Mini Cooper S R56 JCW Coolant Thermostat Adapter Wiring Cable 8611289
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Part no. 9317866
BMW F30 330e Hybrid Battery Accumulator Bracket Holder Mount 9317866
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Part no. 8506442
BMW E81 E82 E87 LCI E88 123d Petrol N47S 204HP ECU Engine DDE 8506442 Manual
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€141.06
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Part no. 4H0907601A
Audi S4 B8 Alarm Siren Body Sound Impact Actuator Speaker 4H0907601A
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€28.01
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Part no. 9389286
Door Wiring Mini Clubman F54 Front Passanger Side N/S Door Harness 9389286
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€28.01
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Part no. 6932399
BMW X5 E53 Cable Loom Plug Socket Connector Wiring Harness 6932399 6932396
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Part no. A1635403033
Mercedes-Benz M ML W163 Front Left Right Door Wiring Loom Harness A1635403033
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Part no. A1645403572-1
Mercedes W164 W251 Fuse Box Relay Module Control Unit A1645403572
€170.95
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Part no. 9123739
BMW 1 3 5 7 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 F01 USB USB Hub Audio Interface Module
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Part no. 2K5951172
VW Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Interior Roof Alarm Sensor Module Unit 2K5951172
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€92.61
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Part no. 7638005
BMW F20 F30 F32 Earth Ground Cable Negative Battery Lead Wiring 7638005
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Part no. 7187221
BMW F01 F02 F03 LCI Rear Third Stoplamp Stop Lamp Brake Light 7187221
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€22.75
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Part no. 6983018-1
BMW E90 Radio Professional CD Audio Player Dash Control Unit 6983018
€56.95
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Part no. 9142400
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 Passenger's Door Module Cables N/S 9142400
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Part no. A1729007313
Mercedes SLC R172 PDC Parking Sensor Module Unit ECU A1729007313
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€64.56
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Part no. M001T81582
Mazda 6 GJ Engine Starter Motor 2.2 Diesel M001T81582
€28.95
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Part no. 6850955
Brake Control Unit BMW F10 F11 X3 F25 Parking Brake Handbrake Module EMF 6850955
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Part no. 5M0907357C
Volkswagen VW Tiguan 5N Headlight Range Control Unit Module ECU 5M0907357C
€23.95
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Part no. 9306220
Telematics Module BMW F10 F20 F30 F31 Bluetooth Teleservices GPS 9306220
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Part no. 7N0941329
Audi A3 8V 30 TDI DGTE Ad Blue Reducer Dosage Control Module Unit ECU 7N0941329
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Part no. 4F0919813E
Audi A4 B8 Chip Card Reader for Road Toll ETC Japan Module Unit 4F0919813E
€37.95
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Part no. 3457434-1
Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 Radio Boost CD Player Head Unit 3457434
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Part no. 06H971627
Audi A5 8T 2.0 TFSI Petrol Fuel Injectors Wiring Cable Harness 06H971627
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Part no. 6960308
BMW 1 Series E88 Convertible Rear Bumper FM Radio Aerial Antenna 6960308
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Part no. A2469064201
Antenna Amplifier Mercedes X117 W176 W205 Rear Aerial Module A2469064201
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Part no. 7856819
Battery Cable BMW F90 M5 F91 M8 Wire Lead Positive Alternator Starter B+ 7856819
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Part no. 7807827-1
BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 LCI 120d 320d N47 Diesel ECU Kit DDE 7807827 CAS3 Key
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€102.57
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Part no. A0001502780
Mercedes W203 CL203 W204 M272 Petrol Ignition Coil Cable Connector A0001502780
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Part no. 5WA959436P
Volkswagen Golf CD1 Keyless Go Module ECU Entry Control Unit 5WA959436P
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Part no. A1779069601
Fuse Box Mercedes W177 W247 Front Relay Engine Control Unit Module A1779069601
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Part no. A2465401350
Fuse Box Mercedes W156 W176 W246 Front Relay Control Unit Module A2465401350
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Part no. A2829003300-1
Mercedes W177 A180 282.914 136HP Petrol ECU Kit A2829003300 Key BCM Automatic
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Part no. 6905950
BMW X5 Series E53 Spoiler Dualband Antenna Amplifier Aerial 6905950
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Part no. 7835431
Carrier Air Conditioner BMW E60 M5 E61N E63 E64 M6 Compressor 7835431
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Part no. 6990090
BMW E61 E63 E90 E92 F06 Mini R55 R56 Trap Circuit Antenna 6990090
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Part no. 079903805J
Audi A4 B6 B7 4.2 V8 FSI Alternator Bracket Mount Holder 079903805J
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Part no. 9247081
BMW X1 E84 Wiring Loom Harness Passenger Side 9247081
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Part no. A9065460643
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Fuse Box Relay Bracket Monunt Holder A9065460643
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Part no. 6927311
BMW 5 Series E60 Front Seat Module Control Unit Controller 6927311
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Part no. 7520912-1
BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 LCI Lid Cover Panel Electronic Box 7520912
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Part no. 6940763
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Ultra Sonic-Module 6940763
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Part no. 8573260-1
BMW F20 F21 116d ed Diesel N47N 116HP Engine Control ECU DDE 8573260 Manual
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Part no. 8T0919611-1
Audi A4 B8 Head Unit Media Player Controller Knob Switch Panel 8T0919611
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Part no. 9299268-1
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Radio Stereo Professional CD DAB Head Unit 9299268
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Part no. 03L903023L
Audi A3 8V Diesel Engine Starter Alternator Electrical 14V 140A 03L903023L
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Part no. 6952477
BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Centre Console Switch Centre DTC PDC 6952477
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Part no. A6229001000
Mercedes W447 114CDI OM622.851 136HP Engine Control Unit Manual A6229001000
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Part no. A1729060005
Mercedes R172 Rear SAM Fuse Relay Box A1729060005
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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 .