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. A0025450901
Mercedes W169 W245 W906 Fuse Holder Electrical Fuse Box Bracket A0025450901
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Part no. A2129008818
Keyless Go Module Mercedes W207 W212 W218 ECU Door Lock Control Unit A2129008818
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Part no. 8506657
BMW X3 F25 Starter Motor Diesel Engine 12V Bosch 8506657
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Part no. 7075944-2
BMW E60 E65 E70 Front Right Seat O/S Height Adjustment Drive 7075944
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Part no. 8368231
BMW E46 Door Speaker Tweeter Front Left N/S 8368231
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Part no. 9184432-1
BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 Control Unit Airbag ECU NO CRASH DATA 9184432
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Part no. KD45-57KC0
Mazda 6 GJ Impact Crash Sensor Control Unit Module KD45-57KC0
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Part no. 8378113
BMW Z4 Series E85 E86 Interior Fuse Box 8378113
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Part no. A2465410105
Battery Cover Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Frame Bracket Mount Holder A2465410105
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Part no. A0009004836
Mercedes W177 W247 Driving Dynamics Module Control Unit ECU A0009004836
€142.95
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Part no. 3457568
Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 R61 Radio Boost CD Player Unit Head 3457568
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Part no. 9159041
BMW E90 E91 E92 Professional CCC Navigation System Controller 9159041
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Part no. 95B919599F
Porsche Macan 95B On board Navigation Display Monitor Screen 95B919599F
€617.95
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Part no. 7P6035552N
VW Touareg 7P Antenna Amplifier Signal Booster Module Rear Right O/S 7P6035552N
€23.95
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Part no. 6466R1001
Smart ForTwo C453 Front Air Flap Sensor Module Control Unit 6466R1001
€32.95
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Part no. A2118203042
Mercedes E-Class W211 S211 Front Right Door O/S Window Lifter Motor Regulator
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Part no. 7L6919473D
Porsche Cayenne 955 9PA Rear PDC Parking Sensor Indicator Display 7L6919473D
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Part no. 6957762
BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61 E63 Passenger Side Door Airbag Control Module 6957762
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Part no. A0025424019-1
Mercedes W906 W907 Cut Off Electric Relay Module A0025424019
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Part no. 8W0971235A
Audi A4 B9 Negative Battery Terminal Cable Harness Wiring Loom 8W0971235A
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Part no. 8V1035035B
Audi A3 S3 Q2 RS3 Multimedia Navigation Card Reader Head Unit 8V1035035B
€560.95
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Part no. A2465400512
Seat Wiring Mercedes C117 Front Seat Left Wiring Harness a2465400512
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Part no. 9264568
BMW E92 LCI Body Control Module Unit PL2RR JBBFE IIIR L1 9264568
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Part no. A0005400664
Mercedes W205 Battery Cable Wiring Harness Loom Petrol Hybrid A0005400664
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Part no. A1679050700
Mercedes W177 Crash Impact Sensor Front Door Left Right Unit A1679050700
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Part no. 7570254
Plus Cable BMW X1 E81 E87 E90 E91 N45 N46 Alternator Starter Wiring 7570254
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Part no. 4F0971235
Audi A6 C6 Negative Battery Terminal Cable Wiring 4F0971235
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Part no. 1J6035111
VW Volkswagen Touareg 7L Golf 4 CD Changer 1J6035111
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Part no. A2059006615
Mercedes W205 Windscreen Rain Sensor Front Control Unit A2059006615
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Part no. 9244429
BMW X6 Series E71 Rear Bumper PDC Cables Wiring Loom Set 9244429
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Part no. A0035421619
Mercedes W177 Relay 052 Engine Fuse Box Relay Slot B D E 70A Tyco A0035421619
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Part no. 8K0959663D
Audi Q3 8U A3 8P A6 C7 Voltage Stabilizer Converter Control Module 8K0959663D
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Part no. 7L0959772
VW Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Phaeton 3D Heated Seat Control Module Unit 7L0959772
€23.95
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Part no. A2129009908
Mercedes SLK R172 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit SAM Module A2129009908
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Part no. BV61-12A650-EGC-1
Ford Focus Mk3 1.6 TDCI T1DB 115HP Engine Control ECU Kit BV61-12A650-EGC Manual
€189.95
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Part no. A2118202442
Mercedes E-Class W211 S211 Rear Right Door Window Lifter Motor Regulator
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Part no. 5N0959354A
Seat Leon 1P Crash Impact Sensor Front Door Left Right N/O/S 5N0959354A
€23.95
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Part no. 9171948
BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Air Module Control ECU Unit Module 9171948 0285010250
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Part no. 7835564-2
BMW E46 M3 S54 343HP ECU Engine Control Unit Kit DDE 7835564 Manual
€1,130.95
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Part no. 9257366
BMW 5 7 Series F01 F10 LCI Aerial Antenna Amplifier Diversity 868 MHZ 9257366
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Part no. 04L906021BQ
Audi A4 B8 Engine Control Unit Module ECU 2.0 TDI CNHC 163HP 04L906021BQ
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Part no. A2139003022
Door Module Mercedes W205 W213 X253 Rear Right Door Control Unit A2139003022
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Part no. 8370933
BMW 3 5 6 Series E60 E61 E63 E90 Support Bracket Navigation Computer 8370933
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Part no. A1645400624
Mercedes W164 Fuse Box Relay Housing Cover A1645400624
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Part no. 8507912
BMW F30 F31 Engine Wiring Loom N47N Harness Automatic Gearbox 7549282
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Part no. 0148459-BRG
Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap British Racing Green A67 0148459
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Part no. A1779061302
Mercedes EQA H243 W247 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit Module A1779061302
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Part no. 8379941
BMW X5 Series E53 Interior Roof Trim Cover Ultra Sonic Module Alarm 8379941
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Part no. 7621063
BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Earth Ground Cable Line Strap Battery Lead 7621063
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Part no. 9226901
Body Control Module BMW F01 ECU Junction Box PL6 JBBFE III 3 Lear 9226901
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Part no. 8512292-2
BMW E90 E91 LCI N47N 316d 116HP Engine ECU Kit DDE 8510832 + CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. A6429002900-5
Mercedes C207 C350 CDI BE OM642.836 Engine Control ECU Kit A6429002900 Automatic
€379.95
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Part no. 7843335
BMW F10 M5 F12 M6 Engine Wiring Harness Valvetronic Servomotor Cyl.1-4 7843335
€47.95
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Part no. A1679009330
Mercedes C118 W167 W177 W243 W247 Ignition Control Module Unit ECU A1679009330
€284.95
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Part no. A2056105402
Mercedes W205 Battery Recess Trunk Floor Battery Box Base Plate A2056105402
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Part no. A0055422618
Rate Sensor Mercedes W212 ESP Yaw Rotation Control Unit Module A0055422618
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Part no. A2829003300-1
Mercedes W177 A180 282.914 136HP Petrol ECU Kit A2829003300 Key BCM Automatic
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Part no. A6421508900-1
Mercedes W212 E350 CDI OM642.852 Engine Control Unit Module ECU A6421508900
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Part no. A2059003222
Door Module Mercedes W205 W253 Control Unit Module Front Right O/S A2059003222
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Part no. 6887358
BMW F10 F11 EMF Module Parking Brake Unit Electric Control 6863800
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Part no. A2045409533
Mercedes W204 Door Wiring Front Right O/S Door Cable Harness A2045409533
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Part no. A1645400750
Mercedes ML W164 Battery Fuse Box Power Distribution A1645400750
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Part no. 5A234D0
Wiring Cable BMW F06 F12 F13 Electric Parking Hand Brake Handbrake Cable 5A234D0
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Part no. 8C113C190AB
Ford Transit Mk7 Yaw Rate Speed Control Unit Sensor Meter 8C113C190AB
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Part no. A1679008311
Mercedes C238 Door Control Unit Module ECU Front Left N/S A1679008311
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Part no. A2709002100-15
Mercedes C117 CLA 180 270.910 122HP Engine ECU Kit A2709002100 Automatic
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Part no. 7559178-11
BMW E60 E90 E91 330i 530i N52 258HP Engine ECU Kit DME 7559178 CAS2 + Key Manual
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Part no. 03E971612AE
Volkswagen Polo 6R Mk5 Engine Wiring Loom Harness Cable 03E971612AE
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Part no. A0025422619
Mercedes ML W163 Relay 4-Pin Grey Tyco A0025422619
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Part no. A1729000302
Mercedes R172 PDC Parking Distance Sensor Control Module Unit A1729000302
€23.95
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Part no. A2129004502
Mercedes W204 W207 Front Right Door Control Unit Module A2129004502
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Part no. 99661826500
Porsche Boxster 986 Tilt Angle Sensor Control Unit Module 99661826500
€23.95
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Part no. FR3B-14E072-R30XD
Ford Mustang Mk6 Front Right Door O/S Wiring Cables Harness FR3B-14E072-R30XD
€56.95
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Part no. 9255135
BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 PDC Parking Sensor Front Rear Mineralgrau Mineral Gray B39
€23.95
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Part no. 8P0953519G
Audi TT 8J A3 8P Windscreen Wiper Stalk Switch Assembly 8P0953519G
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Part no. A1679004211
Door Module Mercedes W205 W213 W910 Front Right O/S Control Unit ECU A1679004211
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Part no. A2045402410
Mercedes W204 Door Wiring Front Left N/S Door Cable Harness A2045402410
€23.95
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Part no. 7580334
Earth Ground Cable BMW F10 F11 F13 F01 Battery Cable Engine Wiring 7580334
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Part no. 8092206-6
Air Module Wiring BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Steering Wheel Harness Cable 8092206
€37.95
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Part no. A2118705026
Passenger Seat Module Mercedes W164 W203 W211 Memory Control Unit A2118705026
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Part no. A0015424423
Parktronic Screen Mercedes W207 W212 Front Parking Sensor Display A0015424423
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Part no. A2058200526-1
SD Card Reader Mercedes W213 S213 Multimedia USB Port Socket Module A2058200526
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Part no. 4F1971687S
Audi A6 C6 Rear Door Wiring Left Right N/O/S Harness Loom Cable 4F1971687S
€23.95
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Part no. 2191045
Ford Transit Connect Glow Plug Wiring Loom Cable Wire 1.5 TDCi Diesel 2191045
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Part no. 6913896
BMW Z4 E85 E86 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Module Rod 6913896
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Part no. A2479007312
Mercedes W212 Suspension Module Adjustment Control Unit Controller A2479007312
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Part no. 8516739
Mini One D R56 LCI R60 90HP N47N Engine Control Unit ECU DDE 8516739 Manual
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Part no. 4F5035225AJ
Audi A6 C6 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Right O/S FM Booster Unit 4F5035225AJ
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Part no. 3D0915181C
Volkswagen Phaeton 3D 5.0 V10 Battery Control Module Unit ECU 3D0915181C
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Part no. A1679005218
Mercedes W167 W177 Radio Stereo Nav Navigation Head Unit High A1679005218
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Part no. 896610D212
Toyota Yaris Mk1 XP10 1.0 1SZ-FE 68hp Engine Control Unit ECU 896610D212 Manual
€37.95
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Part no. FR3B-14E073-R30XD
Ford Mustang GT Mk6 Front Door Light Wiring Harness Left N/S FR3B-14E073-R30XD
€32.95
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Part no. 99761817112
Porsche Cayman 987C Immobilizer Alarm Control Module Unit 99761817112
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Part no. A2469000516
Radio CD Player Mercedes W176 W246 COMAND Nav Sat Head Unit A2469000516
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Part no. AV1T-14B321-CE
Ford B-Max Mk1 Air Module ECU Module Control Unit AV1T-14B321-CE
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Part no. 8W6907217B
Audi A5 F5 Front Windscreen Windshield Lane Assist Camera 8W6907217B
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Part no. 9366166
BMW F10 F11 F12 F13 Audio Amplifier Harman Becker Top HIFI System Unit 9366166
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Part no. 8571038
BMW 1 F20 F21 LCI Mini D F56 B37 Wiring Harness Engine Glow Plug Module 8571038
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Part no. A1695450140
Mercedes A B Class W169 W245 Holder Bracket Engine Control Unit A1695450140
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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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