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. 8510281
Engine Wiring BMW F30 F31 F32 F36 330d 430d N57N Loom Harness Cable 8510281
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Part no. A2465406607
Positive Cable Mercedes W176 W246 Battery Lead Plus Pole Red A2465406607
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Part no. 6957807
BMW X3 E83 Amplifier For Stereo System Harman/Becker AMP 6957807
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Part no. 5A243F5
BMW F70 G60 U06 Rear Ultrasonic Sensor Parking PDC Portimao Blue C31 5A243F5
€32.95
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Part no. 9805533
Mini R60 Rear PDC Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Royal Grey Metallic 9805533
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Part no. A2218702286
Mercedes W221 Front Seat Heater Control Unit Module ECU A2218702286
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Part no. 4F1971687S
Audi A6 C6 Rear Door Wiring Left Right N/O/S Harness Loom Cable 4F1971687S
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Part no. 9388179
Mini Cooper One F54 F55 F56 F60 ECU Body Domain Controller BDC Module 9388179
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Part no. A0005400502
Mercedes W212 W221 W447 W906 Adblue Injector Wiring Cable Loom A0005400502
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Part no. 8512499-8
BMW E87 E90 LCI N47 118d 318d 143HP Diesel ECU Kit DDE 8512499 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. 6938246
BMW 1 Series e87 Wiring loom harness set rear door right left N/O/S 6938246
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Part no. 7678321
BMW X4 F26 Harness Wiring Cable Loom 7678321 767832-113
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Part no. A0038212751
Mercedes-Benz M S W221 ML W164 Airbag Impact Crash Sensor Door A0038212751
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Part no. A2079001100
Door Module Mercedes C207 W207 Front Left N/S Control Unit ECU A2079001100
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Part no. 9210120
BMW F07 GT Door Wiring Loom Cable Harness 9210120
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Part no. 8585641
Engine Wiring BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 N47N Diesel Loom Harness Cable 8585641
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Part no. 8630168
BMW 3 F30 LCI 330e Hybrid Charging Control Unit Bracket Holder Mount 8630168
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Part no. 09G927750CA
Audi TT 8N Automatic Gearbox Module Control Unit ECU 09G927750CA
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Part no. 5Q0907651
Seat Leon Mk3 5F Front Crash Impact Sensor 5Q0907651
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Part no. 9270490
BMW X5 F15 Antenna Aerial Diversity Trap Circuit Control Module 9270490
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Part no. 9365819
BMW X5 F15 Wiring Rear Right O/S Door Harness Loom 9365819
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Part no. 8W1907064BC
Audi A4 B9 Body Control Module BCM Comfort Control Unit Power Supply 8W1907064BC
€104.95
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Part no. A1695457740
Mercedes-Benz A B W169 W245 Bracket Starter Alternator Control Unit A1695457740
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Part no. A2095453140
Fuse Box Holder Mercedes W209 Control Unit Mount Bracket CLK A2095453140
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Part no. 7PP907064LA
Porsche Macan 95B Body Comfort Module Control Unit 7PP907064LA
€237.95
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Part no. 141951253B-4
Audi VW Volkswagen Seat Relay Number 53 Unit Module 4 Pins Set Of 4 141951253B
€23.95
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Part no. A0045467740
Mercedes W447 Drive Train Sensor Can Distributor A0045467740
€23.95
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Part no. 5Q0035570-1
Volkswagen Golf 5G Radio Antenna Noise Signal Disturbance Suppressor 5Q0035570
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Part no. 6942677
BMW E60 E61 E63 E65 PDC Parking Control Module Unit ECU 6942677
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Part no. 9252331
BMW F10 ECU Body Control Module Junction Box V2 PL6 JBBFE III 9252331
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Part no. 9223689
BMW X1 E84 Display Screen Monitor On-board CID TV Navigation System 8,8" 9223689
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Part no. 4G0907468F
Audi A6 C7 Central Getaway Control Unit Module ECU 4G0907468B
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Part no. 5K0962132A
Audi Q3 F3 Keyless Entry Amplifier Control Box Module Aerial Antenna 5K0962132A
€23.95
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Part no. A1635408905
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 Rear Axle Brake Wiring Loom Harness A1635408905
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Part no. 9326437
BMW F30 F31 Wiring Passenger Loom Front Door Cables Harness 9286241
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Part no. A1665420018
Battery Cable Mercedes W176 Negative Lead Wiring Harness Control A1665420018
€23.95
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Part no. A0035420219-2
Mercedes W639 W906 Relay 5-Pin Control Unit 12A Blue SET X2 A0035420219
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Part no. A6399003000
Door Module Mercedes Vito W639 Front Right O/S Control Unit ECU A6399003000
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Part no. A0025428419
Relay Mercedes W176 W246 4-Pin Black Hella 12V A0025428419
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Part no. 9663381380
Peugeot 207 Engine Wiring Harness Cable Loom 1.6 HDi DV6 9663381380
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Part no. 6947817
BMW E65 E66 IDrive Control Unit Front Centre Console Module ECU 6947817
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Part no. A0001594942
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 M111 Ignition Coil Cable Connector A0001594942
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Part no. A1779001704
Mercedes V177 Door Module Rear Right Control Unit A1779001704
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Part no. 9298961
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Body Control Unit Module REM 9298961
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Part no. 6824117G
Mini F60 Hybrid High Voltage Battery Wiring Loom Harness 6824117G
€32.95
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Part no. 9798427
BMW F87 LCI M2 Competition S55 411HP Engine Control Unit ECU DME 9798427
€332.95
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Part no. 8517862-3
BMW F20 F30 F32 120d 320d 420d Diesel N47N 184HP ECU Kit DDE 8517862 + Key + FEM
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Part no. A2048205189
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Unit A2048205189
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Part no. A2479002613
Mercedes CLA C118 W177 W205 W213 Telematics Control Unit Module A2479002613
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Part no. 9303594
BMW Z4 E89 Anti Theft Alarm System Module Control Unit DWA 9303594
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Part no. 80A907247A
Audi Q5 FY Keyless Entry Amplifier Control Box Module Aerial Antenna 80A907247A
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Part no. 7516404
BMW E60 Cable Starter Generator Alternator B+ Base Wire Harness 7516404
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Part no. 9389310
BMW F45 Door Wiring Front Driver's Door Loom Cable Wiring Harness 9389310
€23.95
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Part no. A2115408445
Gateway Module Mercedes W169 W211 W245 W219 W203 Control Unit ECU A2115408445
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Part no. A0045425218
Mercedes W221 Blind Spot Radar Sensor Module Control Unit A0045425218
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Part no. 9270356-2
Fuse Carrier BMW F40 Mini F55 F56 F57 F60 Distribution Box 9270356
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Part no. 9139868-1
BMW X3 E83 LCI X5 E70 LCI PDC Parking Ultrasonic Sensor Black 9139868
€23.95
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Part no. 7611322
BMW F01 F02 F06 F07 F10 F11 F12 Positive Cable Battery Lead N55 Engine 7611322
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Part no. 3Q0959651A
Seat Leon Mk3 5F Deployment Crash Impact Sensor Front Centre 3Q0959651A
€23.95
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Part no. A0009008905
Windscreen Camera Mercedes W207 W212 W246 Front Control Unit Module A0009008905
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Part no. 6980020
BMW E63 E64 Rain Light Sensor Control Unit Module HUD 6980020
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Part no. 8V4971030AD
Audi A3 S3 8V Front Door Wiring Harness Loom Cable Passenger Side 8V4971030AD
€61.95
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Part no. 7838929
BMW 3 5 6 Series E60 E63 E90 E92 Crossover Frequency Unit Module Door 7838929
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Part no. 9364729
Mini F55 F56 F57 Battery Cable Positive Wire Lead Cable Terminal 9364729
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Part no. 6791131
BMW F01 ICM Module Integrated Chassis Management QL ES Control Unit 6791131
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Part no. 5E5035577B
Skoda Octavia 5E Antenna Amplifier Aerial Control Module Unit 5E5035577B
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Part no. 8W9971104T
Audi A4 B9 Rear Bumper PDC Wiring Parking Sensor Loom Harness 8W9971104T
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Part no. 6871062
BMW F01 F07 F10 F12 VDC Module Rear Suspension Level Control Unit 6871062
€47.95
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Part no. 7223190
Rear View Camera BMW F07 GT Trim Panel Cover Boot Lid Tailgate 7223190
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Part no. 8580165
Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 B47 Wiring Harness Engine Glow Plug Module 8580165
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Part no. 8648843
BMW F45 Mini F60 B38X High Voltage Accumulator Negative Ground Cable 8648843
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Part no. 9808713
Mini Cooper S Cabrio R57 R57N LCI Air Module ECU Control Unit Module 9808713
€113.95
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Part no. 7172536
BMW F01 F10 F11 F20 F21 E90 LCI Control Unit Xenon Light 7172536
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Part no. 8379938
BMW 3 Series E46 Ultra Sonic-Module 8379938
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Part no. 8577243
BMW X3 F25 Battery Cable Wire Lead Positive Alternator Starter X4 F26 8577243
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Part no. A2118705526
Mercedes W219 Motorola Telephone Control Module DC UHI MOST A2118705526
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Part no. A2139004009
Mercedes W213 Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit A2139004009
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Part no. A6395460035
Mercedes Vito W447 W639 Battery Terminal Protection Cap Cover A6395460035
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Part no. 8K0959792A
Audi A5 8T Door Control Module Front Left N/S 8K0959792A
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Part no. 8691827-2
Mini Cooper F56 B38 136HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME 8691827 BDC + Key Manual
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Part no. A2218208202
Mercedes W221 Front Centre Dashboard Tweeter Speaker A2218208202
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Part no. 8W1959593
Audi Q5 FY Front Door Control Module Unit Right O/S Side 8W1959593
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Part no. 6926962
BMW E60 E61 Front Seat Adjustment Switch Right O/S 6926962 6930048
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Part no. 6868251
Air Module BMW F01 F02 LCI F07 GT F10 F11 F13 ECU ICM Control Unit 6868251
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Part no. 7624412
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F30 Cable Alternator Starter Base B Wire 7624412
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Part no. 5Q0919294G
Audi A3 8V PDC Parking Distance Control Sensor Module Unit ECU 5Q0919294G
€47.95
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Part no. A6395400044
Mercedes Vito W639 Anti Theft Alarm Switch Loom Cable A6395400044
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Part no. 7801203
BMW X5 E70 E87 F10 F11 F15 F25 F30 Diesel Engine Starter Motor 7801203
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Part no. 1K0907530G
Audi A3 8P Gateway Module Diagnostic Interface Control Unit ECU 1K0907530G
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Part no. 8380407-1
BMW X5 E53 Power Distribution Fusebox Cover Fuse Box 8380407
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Part no. 022971615B
Audi TT 8J 3.2 V6 BUB Ignition Wiring Harness Guide Trim 022971615B
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Part no. 6958446
BMW E65 E66 E67 Control Unit Door Front Passenger Side Module ECU 6958446
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Part no. 9136726-2
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 Multifuse B Battery Power Distributor Cable 9136726
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Part no. A1715450032
Mercedes SLK R171 PDC Parking Distance Control Unit Module Sensor A1715450032
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Part no. 7799146
Mini R55 R56 Alternator Supporting Bracket Mount Generator Diesel W16 7799146
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Part no. 9188377
BMW F01 KaFAS Camera Front Windscreen Lane Departure Camera Module 9188377
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Part no. A6549009600-3
Mercedes GLC 220d X253 654.920 194HP 4Matic Engine Control Unit A6549009600
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Part no. 5Q0959593D
Audi TT FV A3 8V Door Module Control Unit Front Right O/S Side ECU 5Q0959593D
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Part no. 7543157-6
BMW Z4 E85 2.2i M54 170HP Engine Control Module Unit ECU Set 7543157 Manual
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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 .