Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. 8E0907637A
Audi A6 C5 Yaw Sensor ESP Rotation Rate Control Unit Module 8E0907637A
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Part no. A9065410400
Battery Bracket Mercedes Sprinter W906 W910 Mount Trim Holder A9065410400
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Part no. 7792130
BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 Earth Ground Cable 7792130
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Part no. 8580390
Engine Starter BMW F40 F46 F48 B47B B47D B48E Diesel Motor Actuator 8580390
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Part no. 8582280-4
BMW F20 116d N47N 116HP Engine Control ECU DDE 8582280 Automatic Transmission
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Part no. 2H0959652
Porsche Macan 95B VW Amarok Front Crash Impact Sensor Air Module 2H0959652
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Part no. A6511530879
Mercedes W906 OM651 Glow Plug Pre Heat Relay A6511530879
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Part no. 9118064
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Centre Console Vent Storage Compartment Support 9118064
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Part no. 4G0907397R
Audi S1 8X Front Lamp Headlight DRL Ballast Control Module Unit 4G0907397R
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Part no. A2075401102
Mercedes W207 A207 C207 Loudspeaker Cable Wiring Loom Harness
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Part no. 8W0907159J
Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 Impact Sound Actuator Control Module 8W0907159J
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Part no. 3456397
MINI Cooper R58 R59 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Module Rod 3456397
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Part no. 8652443
BMW F45 Wiring Harness Motor Sensor System Module 8652443
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Part no. 8368932
BMW E39 Alarm Sensor Comfort Control Module Unit ECU 55892110
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Part no. A1695458140
Mercedes W169 W245 Relay Control Unit Bracket Mount Holder Cover A1695458140
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Part no. A2389007704
Communication Module Mercedes W205 W213 C253 Hermes LTE Control Unit A2389007704
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Part no. 9354290-1
BMW X1 F48 Pedestrian Protection Impact Crash Sensor Module PTS 9354290
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Part no. 1508927-2
BMW Mini Cooper S R52 R53 2 Positive Battery Cable Fuse Box Module B 6911180
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Part no. 6782372
BMW X1 X3 Z4 E83 LCI E84 E89 E90 E91 E92 Speed Sensor Cluster 6782372
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Part no. 7795638
BMW 3 E90 E91 E92 E93 Cable starter-base B Diesel 7795638
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Part no. 9187539
BMW E87 LCI Body Control Module ECU H2 Junction Box 9187539
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Part no. 9352786
BMW F33 F83 M4 Convertible Folding Top Roof ECU Module Control Unit CTM 9352786
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Part no. 9261598
BMW F20 F21 F22 Rear Bumper PDC Ultrasonic Sensor Valencia Orange Metallic B44
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Part no. 1S0919275D-MOG
Audi Q3 8U PDC Parking Distance Control Sensor Monsoon Grey Metallic - X7R
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Part no. A2045407435
Earth Ground Cable Mercedes W204 C207 W212 Line Strap Battery Lead A2045407435
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Part no. A2129001929
Mercedes W176 Keyless Control Module Unit ECU A2129001929
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Part no. 0C8927750D
VW Touareg 7P Automatic Transmission Module Control Unit ECU 3.0 TDI 0C8927750D
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Part no. 7L5907401-1
Porsche Cayenne 9PA 3.0 TDI CASA 239HP Engine ECU Kit 7L5907401 Key + Ignition
€617.95
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Part no. MB3T-14301-BD
VW Amarok Mk2 Battery Negative Minus Cable Connector Wiring Loom MB3T-14301-BD
€56.95
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Part no. P1XT-15K601-AA
VW Amarok Mk2 Remote Ignition Key Opener Button Switch Unit P1XT-15K601-AA
€66.95
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Part no. 04E907309BJ
Audi A3 8V 1.4 TFSI CZEA Engine Control Module Unit ECU 04E907309A Manual
€66.95
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Part no. 9187541
BMW Z4 E89 ECU Body Control Module H3 Junction Box 9187541
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Part no. A2125458040
Bracket Holder Mercedes W204 W212 W222 Auxiliary Generator Battery A2125458040
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Part no. 7610009-5
Mini Cooper S R55 R56 N14 1.6 174HP Engine Control ECU Kit DME 7610009 Manual
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Part no. 9389286
Door Wiring Mini Clubman F54 Front Passanger Side N/S Door Harness 9389286
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Part no. A2139062202
Mercedes W213 W222 Fuse Box Rear Electrical Fuse Unit Module A2139062202
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Part no. 9270356-1
BMW F40 Mini F55 F56 Fuse Box Power Distribution Junction Relay Unit 9270356
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Part no. 8T0035223AP
Audi A4 S4 B8 Audio Amplifier Sound Booster Control Unit Module 8T0035223AP
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Part no. A2475457300
Mercedes W177 Fuse Box Relay Cover Lid Control Unit Bracket Trim A2475457300
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Part no. 8K0959792J
Audi A4 B8 Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit Module ECU 8K0959792J
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Part no. 7556846
Battery Cable BMW E82 E90 E91 E92 N54 Alternator Starter Base B Cable 7556846
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Part no. 283930431R
Roof Microphone Mercedes Citan W415 Interior Mic Unit Wiring Cable 283930431R
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Part no. 7852630
Differential Lock Module BMW F10 M5 F80 M3 Rear Axle Control Unit ECU 7852630
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Part no. 2990911
BMW X1 Series E84 Carrier Bracket Holder Control Module Unit 2990911
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Part no. 7700844253
Renault Relay Module Control Unit Yellow 12V 40A 5 Pins 7700844253
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Part no. A6461505072-1
Mercedes W211 E220 CDI 646.821 170HP Engine ECU Kit A6461505072 Ignition + Key
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Part no. 7L5959933A
Porsche Cayenne 9PA Comfort Convience Module Control Unit ECU 7L5959933A
€165.95
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Part no. 1K0959433BL
VW Golf MK5 Body Control Comfort Module BCM Convenience Unit ECU 1K0959433BL
€23.95
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Part no. A1729006609-2
Mercedes SLK R172 Radio CD Player Sat Nav Comand Head Unit A1729006609
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Part no. 9371789
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Bluetooth Teleservices GPS Telematics Module 9371789
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Part no. 9874189
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F30 MINI F56 Control Unit Air Conditioning Module 9284440
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Part no. A2129002813
Mercedes W212 PDC Parking Distance Control Unit Module Sensor A2129002813
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Part no. A0008201277
Mercedes-Benz W906 Light Repeater Lamp Wiring Loom A0008201277
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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. A1729007313
Mercedes SLC R172 PDC Parking Sensor Module Unit ECU A1729007313
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Part no. A2048708626
Mercedes W212 Media Interface Control Module Unit ECU A2048708626
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Part no. 9199305
KaFAS Camera BMW F10 F11 Rear View Control Unit Module 9199305
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Part no. 9154349
BMW MINI Clubman R55 Cable Wiring Loom Splitdoor Split Door Rear Left N/S
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Part no. A1768200704
Sunroof Wiring Mercedes C117 W176 Panoramic Motor Cable Harness A1768200704
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Part no. 8506374-3
BMW E81 E87 E90 LCI 120d 320d N47 ECU Kit DDE 8506374 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. 9367693
BMW M5 F90 G11 G12 Power Distribution Relay Fuse Box Make Contact 9367693
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Part no. 8506199-3
BMW E60 E61 LCI 520d Diesel N47 Engine ECU Kit DDE 8506199 CAS 3 + Key
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Part no. 4G0971845A
Audi A6 C7 Fuse Relay Box Sam Control Module 4G0971845A
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Part no. 1K0035507L
VW Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Roof Top Antenne Control Unit Module 1K0035507L
€23.95
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Part no. 9217234
Module Bracket BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Control Unit Holder Carrier 9217234
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Part no. 3456421
Mini Roadster R59 Aerial Roof Antenna Base Module 3456421
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Part no. 3457441
Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 R61 CHAMP 2 Navigation DAB 3457441
€284.95
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Part no. 8369504
BMW 5 E39 Saloon Radio Signal Antenna Amplifier Coaxial Cable 8369504
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Part no. A2128702751
Control Panel Mercedes W212 Comand Navi CD Switch Push-Button A2128702751
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Part no. 4H0907182H
Audi A8 D4 4H Front Seat Backrest Control Module Unit ECU 4H0907182H
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Part no. 8377601
BMW E38 Door Windows Control Unit Module ECU ZB PMBT LOW 8377601
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Part no. A2129002216
Mercedes W212 Display Screen Information Navigation Dashboard A2129002216
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Part no. A9079008805
Mercedes Sprinter W907 W910 Head Unit Multimedia Controller Module A9079008805
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Part no. 9253637
BMW 3 5 Series F10 F11 F30 F31 Airbag Control Unit Module 9253637 65779253637
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Part no. 3450343
Ultra-sonic Alarm Mini Cooper R55 R56 System Module 3450343
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Part no. 7641003
Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 N14 1.6 174HP ECU Kit DME 7641003 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. A6071550335
Alternator Belt Tensioner Mercedes W176 OM607 Diesel Holder Mounting Panel
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Part no. 8639582-2
BMW F20 M135i F22 M235i F30 335i N55 Engine Unit ECU DME 8639582 Manual
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Part no. 6751504
Module Holder BMW X5 E53 Rear Tyre Pressure Control Module Mount Bracket 6751504
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Part no. 8R0867749A
Porsche Macan 95B Battery Holder Strap Mounting Bracket Clamp 8R0867749A
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Part no. 4H0907063L
VW Touareg 7P Central Body Control Module Comfort Unit BCM ECU 4H0907063L
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Part no. A2048204697-2
Mercedes W204 Dashboard Navigation Central Display Screen Monitor A2048204697
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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. A6519007401-1
Mercedes W212 E250CDI Blue Efficiency OM651 204HP Engine ECU A6519007401 Key
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Part no. A2118705726
Air Module Mercedes W211 C219 Air System Control Unit ECU A2118705726
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Part no. 9210863
BMW X3 F25 Fuse Box Power Distribution Module Relay Unit 9210863
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Part no. 9283429
BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 LCI Radio CD Player Multimedia Head Unit 9283429
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Part no. 8602802
BMW i3 I01 Hybrid Rex Engine Wiring Cable Harness Bracket Mount Trim 8602802
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Part no. 3450085
PDC Control Unit Mini R55 R56 R57 R58 R60 R61 Parking Sensor Module 3450085
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Part no. 9257426
Fuse Box Grouping BMW F10 F11 Fuse Placement Map Card Diagram 9257426
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Part no. 6904620
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Diversity Antenna Tuner Amplifier Wiring 6904620
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Part no. 9387262
FEM Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Body Control Unit ECU LR01 9387262
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Part no. A2049002002
Mercedes W204 C207 Air Suspension Dynamic Level Control Unit Module A2049002002
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Part no. 9339825
BMW G11 G30 G31 Power Supply Module High Voltage Battery Terminal Point 9339825
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FEM Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Control Unit 9288304
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Part no. 9141048
BMW E60 E87 E90 E91 Hands-Free Electronics Charging MULF2 9141048
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Part no. 9190107
BMW Z4 E89 Battery B+ Engine Compartment Terminal Point 9190107
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Part no. 09D927750LJ
Porsche Cayenne 955 Automatic Gearbox Transmission Module 3.0 TDI 09D927750LJ
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Part no. 8588448
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F30 LCI Wiring Harness Engine Glow Plug Module 8588448
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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. |
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