Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. A2711500391-7
Mercedes W204 C180 Engine Unit BlueEFFICIENCY 271.820 156HP ECU A2711500391
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Part no. 3448466
Mini Cooper R55 R56 Control Unit Module Passive Go 3448466
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Part no. 8678974
Engine Cable BMW F40 X1 F48 Mini F55 F56 Injector Wiring Loom Harness 8678974
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Part no. 9240945
Mini Cooper D R55 R56 R57 R60 LCI Electrical System Fuse Distribution Box
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Part no. 8R0907468N
Audi A5 8T Gateway Control Module Unit ECU 8R0907468N
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Part no. 9298959
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Rear Electronic Module Fuse Box Control Unit V2 REM 9298959
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Part no. 7804110
BMW 5 Series F10 F11 LCI Earth Cable Battery Cable 7804110
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Part no. 7636757
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 N13 Protection Cap Engine Wiring Harness 7636756
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Part no. 9197316
BMW E60 E61 LCI E63 E64 Body Gateway Module ECU Control Unit
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Part no. A9075401205
Mercedes W907 Starter Wiring Battery Alternator Cable Harness Loom A9075401205
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Part no. A0015424623-1
Mercedes-Benz C E A207 W204 W212 1 Front Parking PDC Display Panel A0015424623
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Part no. A0009003713
Mercedes W205 Tyre Pressure Control Module Unit A0009003713
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Part no. 6844138
BMW 1 3 F20 F30 MINI F55 F56 Radio Remote Control Receiver 434 MHZ 6844138
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Part no. 3456051-2
Mini Cooper R56 LCI 2 Footwell Light Module High EKS ECU PL3 FRM3R 3456051
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Part no. A1668210351
Mercedes-Benz A CLA C117 W176 Airbag Impact Crash Sensor A1668210351
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Part no. 9154413-1
BMW E93 LCI Convertible GPS Antenna Aerial Unit Module 9154413
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Part no. A0999000400
Steering Lock Mercedes W176 W246 Control Unit Module VST A0999000400
€56.95
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Part no. 8T0959793G
Audi A4 B8 Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit ECU 8T0959793G
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Part no. 6876227
BMW F32 Tyre Pressure RDC Control Unit Module ECU 6876227
€137.95
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Part no. 9132254
BMW Z4 E85 E86 CID Control Unit CD Player Radio Audio System 9132254
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Part no. 6970904
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Sensor Rear Seat Airbag 65776970904 6970904
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Part no. 9284282
BMW F10 Body Control Module ECU Junction Box PL6 JBBFE III V2 9284282
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Part no. A0009067500
Alternator Generator Mercedes W204 W212 Diesel Engine Valeo 180A 14V A0009067500
€66.95
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Part no. 5WA962132
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Antenna Amplifier Transmitter Receiver Module ECU 5WA962132
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Part no. 8795213
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Wire Cable Screen Connector Monitor Display 8795213 8795212
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Part no. 5QA919283E
Audi A3 8V Park Parking Assist PDC Distance Control Unit Module 5QA919283E
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Part no. A1695408033
Mercedes-Benz A W169 Front Driver's Side Door Wiring Loom Harness A1695408033
€23.95
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Part no. A6269060100
Starter Mercedes W205 Diesel OM626 Engine Starter Motor Bosch A6269060100
€66.95
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Part no. 9366413
FEM Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F32 ECU Control Unit Fuse Box 9366413
€113.95
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Part no. 9270501
BMW X3 E83N E70 LCI E71 PDC Parking Ultrasonic Sensor Schwarz 7687127
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Part no. 6R0971349BK
Audi A1 8X 1.4 TFSI CAXA Alternator Wiring Harness Cable Loom 6R0971349BK
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Part no. 7638477
Ignition Coil BMW E81 E87N LCI E90 E91 E92 F10 F11 Bosch 7638477
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€22.75
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Part no. 8638588
BMW F20 F22 F30 LCI 125i 230i 320i 330i B48 Cable Alternator Starter 8638588
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€22.75
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Part no. 9346273
BMW F15 Kafas Camera Lane Assist Module Control Unit ECU 9346273
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€22.75
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Part no. 8510592
BMW E81 E87 E90 LCI 118d 318d N47 143HP ECU Control Unit DDE 8510592 Manual
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€22.75
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Part no. 7555188-1
BMW F01 F07 GT F10 F11 F12 F13 Control Unit Box Cover Cap 7555189
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Part no. A0009005602
Mercedes W204 W212 Control Unit AMG Drive Select Module ECU A0009005602
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€79.77
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Part no. A1669004519
Mercedes C292 SAM Module Rear Control Unit A1669004519
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€48.41
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Part no. 4F0035110A
Audi A6 C6 CD Player Changer Multimedia Module Control Unit 4F0035110A
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€28.77
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Part no. 8625074
Engine Wiring Mini F55 F56 Cooper S Petrol B46 B48 Cable Loom Harness 8625074
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€28.01
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Part no. 8636069
BMW F20 F30 LCI B48 Engine Gearbox Module Wiring Cable Loom Harness 8636069
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€51.57
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Part no. 8574024
Engine Wiring BMW F30 F31 335dX N57Z Automatic Gearbox Cable Harness 8574024
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€32.26
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Part no. A1645400436
Mercedes ML164 Alternator Wiring Starter Motor Harness OM642 A1645400436
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Part no. 6500CW
Citroen Relay Peugeot Boxer Fuse Relay Electrical Box Housing Cover 6500CW
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€22.75
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Part no. 4G0035061N
Audi A5 8T Stereo DAB CD Player Radio Receiver Head Unit 4G0035061N
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€284.95
€170.97
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Part no. 8512415-5
Mini Cooper D R56 LCI N47N 112HP Engine ECU Kit DDE 8512415 CAS3 Key Automatic
€275.95
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Part no. 9244161
BMW F01 F02 F03 F04 Head Unit Radio Media Player Navigation 9244161
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Part no. A2098205926
Mercedes CLK C209 Body Control Module Unit A2098205926
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Part no. 8K0959795C
Audi A4 B8 Door Module Rear Left Right N/O/S Control Unit Module ECU 8K0959795C
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€22.75
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Part no. 8517862-5
BMW F10 F20 F30 520d 120d 320d N47N 184HP Engine Unit ECU DDE 8517862 Automatic
€56.95
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Part no. 9293307
BMW F30 REM Rear Electronic Module Fuse Box Control Unit V2 9293307
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Part no. 6879833
Air Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 ECU ICM Control Unit ECU 6879833
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Part no. 2992478-3
Plug Socket BMW X1 E84 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Wiring 6984754
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Part no. 9153803
BMW X5 Series E70 Light Lightning Control Unit Module FRM II Lear 9153803
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€170.95
€102.57
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Part no. 9159332
BMW F01 F10 F11 Heater Fan Blower Unit Motor Wiring Cable Harness 9159332
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Part no. 7619250
Alternator Bracket BMW F10 F20 F22 F30 F32 LCI G30 B47 Supporting Mount 7619250
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€22.75
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Part no. 9296495
BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F33 F34 Air Module Control Unit ECU 9296495
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Part no. 9364638
Mini Cooper One F54 F55 F56 F60 ECU Body Domain Controller BDC Module 9364638
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€74.37
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Part no. A6511590246
Wiring Cable Cover Mercedes W204 W212 W906 OM651 Engine Duct Bracket A6511590246
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Part no. 9299594
Central Gateway BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Module Control Unit Lear ZGW-02 4SK 9299594
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€53.51
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Part no. 9387226
Mini Cooper One F54 F55 F56 F60 ECU Body Domain Controller BDC Module 9387226
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€97.17
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Part no. 9269896
BMW X3 F25 Business CD Radio Player Head Unit Control 9269896
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€165.95
€141.06
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Part no. 4F9971085E
Audi A6 C6 Avant Rear Bumper PDC Wiring Loom Parking Sensor 4F9971085E
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Part no. 6927000
BMW E63 E64 Amplifier Holder Catch Bracket Video Module 6927000
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Part no. 6922854
BMW X3 X5 Series E53 E83 Cruise Control Air Flow Switch Steering Wheel 6922854
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Part no. 9259800
BMW F10 F12 F13 F20 F30 F06 Mini F55 F56 F57 DVD CD Changer Control Unit 9259800
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€66.95
€56.91
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Part no. 8617703
Engine Wiring Mini F56 Cooper S B46 B48 Valvetronic Cable Loom Harness 8617703
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€56.97
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Part no. 7951069
KaFAS Camera BMW F45 Front Camera Control Unit Module 9384688
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Part no. 6923215
BMW E46 Inclination Indicator Alarm Tilt Sensor Module 6923215
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Part no. 7L0907719A
Volkswagen Touareg Anti Theft Alarm System Control Module Unit ECU 7L0907719A
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Part no. 7191718
BMW Z4 Series E89 Roadster Cabrio Horn High Tone 7191718
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Part no. A2229002014
Mercedes X253 Door Module Rear Right Control Unit A2229002014
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€28.01
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Part no. 7809002-2
BMW E81 E82 E87 LCI E88 N47S 123d Engine ECU Kit DDE 7809002 CAS3 + Key Manual
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€133.77
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Part no. 8T0035223AH
Audi A4 B8 8K A5 8T Amplifier Audio Sound Booster Module 8T0035223
€23.95
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Part no. 7641652-1
Engine Wiring BMW F10 F31 F32 N20 Engine Sensor Module 1 Harness 7641652
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Part no. A6229000500
Mercedes W447 OM622.951 Engine Control Unit Module ECU Kit A6229000500 Manual
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€136.77
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Part no. 1472984-2
Mini R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 5-Pin Black Relay Wiper Set 1472984
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Part no. 7405634
BMW G20 Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Pushbutton Lock System Trim Cover Panel 7405634
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Part no. 8S0963553D
Volkswagen Skoda Seat Audi Seat Pressure Sensor Front Passenger Side 8S0963553D
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Part no. A2649000700-2
Mercedes W205 C 200 264915 264.915 184HP Engine ECU Module A2649000700 Automatic
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Part no. 6788716
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Steering Column Control Unit CIM Module
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Part no. 9247468
BMW 1 Series E81 Body Control Module ECU L2 PL2RR JBBFE III Junction Box 9247468
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Part no. A0025428919
Relay Mercedes W176 W246 5-Pin Yellow Hella 12V A0025428919
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Part no. A9079000304
Mercedes Sprinter W907 W910 Air Module Sensor Unit ECU A9079000304
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Part no. 8593105
BMW G30 G11 G14 Diesel B57 Wiring Glow Plugs Module Wiring Harness 8593105
€32.95
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Part no. 6964140
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Control Unit Door Rear Passenger Side 6933264
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Part no. 8510829-3
BMW E90 E91 LCI 320d N47N Engine Basic DDE 8510829 Control Unit Manual
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Part no. 9231280-TS
BMW F07 Parking Module PDC Distance Control Unit Sensor Titan Silver - 354
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Part no. 7787581
BMW 3 Series E46 M47N Cable Alternator Starter Base B+ 7787581
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Part no. 6928975
Door Wiring Loom BMW E63 E64 Harness Passengers Side 6928975
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Part no. 9217004
Battery Cable Plus BMW X5 E70 E70N LCI X6 E71 Positive Pole 9217004
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Part no. 9290990
Head Unit BMW F20 F21 F30 Radio Professional CD Player Controller Module 9290990
€322.95
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Part no. A1638200089
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier A1638200089
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Part no. A2215408245
Mercedes W221 Air Suspension Control Unit Module ECU A2215408245
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Part no. 02Z911024H
Volkswagen Passat B7 Starter Motor Actuator TDI Diesel Engine 02Z911024H
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Part no. 9289637
BMW F10 Rear Window Parcel Shelf Loudspeaker Speaker Left Right N/O/S 9289637
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Part no. A2139001722
Mercedes W213 W907 Transmission Gearbox Control Unit Module ECU A2139001722
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Part no. 6964142
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Control Unit Door Rear Driver-Side 6933266
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Part no. A2115458532
Mercedes W211 W219 Body Control Module Control Unit ECU A2115458532
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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 .