Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. A1331510745
Mercedes C117 CLA 45 AMG Heat Shield Alternator Plate Petrol M133 A1331510745
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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. A2215402062
Fuel Pump Module Mercedes ML W164 W204 Petrol Control Unit ECU A2215402062
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Part no. A6512011909
Mercedes W212 OM651 Alternator Support Bracket Belt Tensioner Holder A6512011909
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Part no. A2711504733
Mercedes W204 Injection Electrical Wiring M271 Petrol Engine Cable A2711504733
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Part no. A0005459812
Mercedes Vito W447 W213 OM654 Power Distribution Relay Unit Module A0005459812
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Part no. A0009055504-TNG1
Mercedes W166 C207 Front Rear PDC Parking Distance Sensor Tenorite Grey - 755
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Part no. A0038207726
Mercedes W212 Siren Alarm Horn Signal Module Unit A0038207726
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Part no. A0025421119-1
Relay Unit Mercedes W163 W168 W203 W211 4-Pin Black Hella A0025421119 Set 2x
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Part no. A1729056500
Mercedes-Benz A B Class W176 W246 Aerial Antenna Cable A1729056500
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Part no. A2125407605
Door Wiring Mercedes W212 Loom Cable Rear Left Right N/O/S A2125407605
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Part no. A0009063003
Mercedes W213 Alternator Generator 200A 14V A0009063003
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Part no. A6461505091-2
Mercedes W203 C220 CDI 150HP 646.963 Engine Control ECU Kit A6461505091 Automat
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Part no. A0009050338
Mercedes W212 Multi-Purpose Windscreen Camera Control Unit Module A0009050338
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Part no. A2385452700
Mercedes C238 Rear Control Unit Module Bracket Holder Trim Panel A2385452700
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Part no. A2048706826
Mercedes W204 ECU Control Unit Sensor Module Airbag A2048706826
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Part no. A0009827723-1
Mercedes W176 W204 W246 Fuse Relay 4-Pin Unit Black Hella SET X2 A0009827723
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Part no. A0045452905
Mercedes Relay Fuse Unit Module 4 Pins Grey A0045452905
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Part no. A2218211251
Mercedes W221 Dashboard Instrument Cluster Panel Button Switch A2218211251
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Part no. A2055455100
Mercedes W205 W213 C238 Power Distribution Unit Busbar Connector A2055455100
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Part no. A6396890379
Mercedes Viano Vito W639 Radio Fan Adapter Control Unit Module A6396890379
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Part no. A2139003029
Mercedes A238 Fuse Box Control Unit SAM Module Relay A2139003029
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Part no. A1715405045
Mercedes SLK R171 Central Gateway Module ECU Control Unit A1715405045
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Part no. A0015422623-2
Mercedes W639 PDC Display Parking Sensor Screen Control Unit A0015422623
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Part no. A2055407616
Wiring Mercedes W205 Electrical Cable Transmission To Body A2055407616
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Part no. A0009001705
Mercedes C117 PDC Parking Sensor Control Module Unit ECU A0009001705
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Part no. A2129009605
Fuse Box Mercedes W204 W212 Diesel Front Sam Control Module Unit A2129009605
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Part no. A2535407830
Mercedes C253 AMG Rear Bumper PDC Wiring Parking Sensor Loom Harness A2535407830
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Part no. A2059007218-2
Mercedes GLC X253 Rear Trunk Lid Automatic Closing Lock Mechanism A2059007218
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Part no. A2535400701-1
Mercedes A238 M276 Engine Alternator Wiring Loom Cable Harness A2535400701
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Part no. A0025428019
Relay Mercedes W176 W246 4-Pin Black Hella 12V A0025428019
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Part no. A4479000900
Mercedes Vito W447 Air Module Control Unit ECU 4479000900
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Part no. A1665400841
Ground Line Mercedes ML W166 Battery Earth Negative Cable Wire A1665400841
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Part no. 390203254
Seat Adjustment Motor Mercedes R171 W221 Front Seat Motor Actuator 0390203254
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Part no. A6394460446
Mercedes Vito W639 PDC Parking Distance Control Unit Module ECU A6394460446
€47.95
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Part no. A2034404432
PDC Wiring Mercedes CL203 Front Bumper Parking Sensor Loom Cable A2034404432
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Part no. A2118700526
Driver Seat Module Mercedes R171 W203 W211 Memory Control Unit A2118700526
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Part no. A2579005100
Mercedes Sprinter W907 Telematics Services Communication Module A2579005100
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Part no. A2185409606
Mercedes C218 Parktronic Parking Sensor Wiring Cable Rear PDC A2185409606
€32.95
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Part no. A2135406631
Mercedes W213 Rear Door Wiring Harness Cable Left N/S A2135406631
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Part no. A0038207926
Door Module Mercedes W221 Door Control Unit Module A0038207926
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Part no. A2049007905
Mercedes W205 Towbar Trailer Hitch Control Module Unit ECU HELLA A2049007905
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Part no. A1725400433
Electric Wire Mercedes SLK R172 M271 Alternator Prefuse Box Wiring A1725400433
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Part no. A2075451740
Mercedes-Benz A207 W207 Cabrio Control Unit Module Bracket Holder A2075451740
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Part no. A2188201926
Mercedes CLS C218 Bi-Xenon Headlight Ballast Module Control Unit A2188201926
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Part no. A2038219551-2
Mercedes CL203 Rear Roof Alarm Motion Sensor Control Unit Module A2038219551
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Part no. A2641591400
Ignition Coil Mercedes W177 M260 Petrol Ignition Cable Connector A2641591400
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Part no. A0009006907
Mercedes W205 Tire Pressure Control Module A0009006907
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Part no. A0048273745
iPod Interface Mercedes W204 W207 W212 Module Control Unit ECU A0048273745
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Part no. A1729060005
Mercedes R172 Rear SAM Fuse Relay Box A1729060005
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Part no. A2649001200
Mercedes W177 A35 AMG 306HP M260.920 4-Matic Engine ECU Control Unit A2649001200
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Part no. A2128201789
Mercedes W212 Antenna Amplifier Aerial Module C Pillar Left N/S A2128201789
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Part no. A1695406409
Mercedes W169 W245 Battery Earth Negative Cable Wiring Loom A1695406409
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Part no. A2465401850
Prefuse Box Mercedes W176 OM607 Fuse Relay Control Unit A2465401850
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Part no. A2469008115
Mercedes W176 W246 Gearbox Transfer Case Control Module Unit ECU A2469008115
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Part no. A2048208526
Mercedes W204 Parking Sensor Parktronic Display Control A2048208526
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Part no. A2048705490
Mercedes-Benz C W204 Digital Audio DAB Receiver Control Unit Module A2048705490
€37.95
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Part no. A2129004025
Mercedes W212 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit Module SAM A2129004025
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Part no. A1718300272
Mercedes A B ML Class W166 W169 W245 Interior Temperature Sensor A1718300272
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Part no. A2135403839
Mercedes W213 C238 Power Relay Fuse Box Unit Cover A2135403839
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Part no. A2749000800-7
Mercedes W205 C200 274.920 184HP Engine Control ECU Kit A2749000800 Automatic
€303.95
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Part no. A2129005101
Fuse Box Mercedes W212 Rear SAM Relay Fuse Box Control Module A2129005101
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Part no. A2711534591-1
Mercedes W203 C180 Kompressor M271 Engine Module ECU Kit A2711534591 Key Lock
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Part no. A2129004911
Fuse Box Mercedes W207 Front Relay Control Unit Module SAM A2129004911
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Part no. A2059001240
Mercedes GLC 220d X253 Air Conditioning Climat A/C Control Module A2059001240
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Part no. A9069000401
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Door Module Front Right O/S Control Unit A9069000401
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Part no. A0051513901-1
Mercedes W203 W211 Kompressor M271 Petrol Engine Starter Motor A0051513901
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Part no. A2048207885
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Rear Right Door O/S Control Unit Module A2048207885
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Part no. A2128203589
Antenna Amplifier Mercedes W212 Aerial Module Rear Roof Frame Right A2128203589
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Part no. A2465400340-1
Mercedes W176 Fuse Relay Box Unit A2465400340 A2469067200
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Part no. A2129004407
Display Screen Mercedes W204 W212 Information Navigation Dashboard A2129018103
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Part no. A0061514101
Starter Motor Mercedes W164 OM642 Diesel Engine Starter Actuator A0061514101
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Part no. A1729006008
Mercedes W204 W212 W176 Media Interface Control Unit Module A1729006008
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Part no. A2115405535
Mercedes W211 W219 Earth Ground Cable Battery Wiring Loom Engine A2115405535
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Part no. A2048203285
Mercedes W204 Xenon Headlight Ballast Control Unit Module A2048203285
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Part no. A1648702726
Mercedes W164 Tailgate Boot Lid Control Unit Module A1648702726
€56.95
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Part no. A1179001801
Mercedes W176 Air Module System Control Unit Module ECU A1179001801
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Part no. A2229005613
Rear View Camera Module Mercedes W205 W222 W253 Control Unit A2229005613
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Part no. A1698209226
Door Control Module Mercedes W169 W245 Relay Unit Right Rear O/S A1698209226
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Part no. A2129060105
Fuse Box Mercedes W212 Rear SAM Relay Control Unit Module A2129060105
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Part no. A9075406749
Mercedes W907 Battery Electrical Ground Line Wire Earth Cable A9075406749
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Part no. A9425426040
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Fuse Box Relay Carrier Holder Bracket A9425426040
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Part no. A2118703485
Mercedes W211 Door Module Rear Right O/S Control Unit ECU A2118703485
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Part no. A2741504704
Mercedes X253 Engine Wiring Harness Line Supply Line A2741504704
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Part no. A2048205189
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Unit A2048205189
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Part no. A2118206185
Mercedes E S Class W211 W220 Telephone Hands Free Control Module A2118206185
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Part no. 5DV-008-290-00
Mercedes W211 Xenon Headlight Level Control Module 5DV 008 290-00
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Part no. A2479003808
Suspension Module Mercedes C118 W177 W247 Control Unit ECU A2479003808
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Part no. A2229001408
Module Mercedes S205 Trunk Rear Tuner Digital Radio DAB Control Unit A2229001408
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Part no. A2059007037
Mercedes W205 W213 Fuse Box Rear SAM Module Electrical Fuse Unit A2059007037
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Part no. A2129003922
Mercedes W212 Fuse Box Rear SAM Relay Control Unit Module A2129003922
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Part no. A6519062300
Starter Motor Mercedes W204 W212 OM651 Diesel Engine Starter A6519062300
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Part no. A2721503933
Engine Wiring Mercedes C209 272960 Petrol Module Loom Harness Cables A2721503933
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Part no. A2215408445
Mercedes W221 Radar Distronic Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor A2215408445
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Part no. A2129003922-1
Mercedes W212 Fuse Box Rear SAM Relay Control Unit Module A2129003922
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Mercedes W204 W212 Door Module Control Unit Module Rear Right O/S A2128204185
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Part no. A1775408312
Door Wiring Mercedes W177 W247 Driver Side Cable Harness Loom A1775408312
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Part no. A6394409909
Wiring Loom Mercedes W639 Vito Cable Sliding Door Rear Left N/S A6394409909
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Mercedes Sprinter W910 Battery Sensor Negative Terminal Cable Wiring A2135409616
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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 .