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. 9167397
Mini Cooper R57 R58 R59 Hands Free Telephone Microphone 9167397
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Part no. A1665402350
Fuse Box Mercedes GLE W166 C292 W463 Relay Control Unit Module A1665402350
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Part no. 167859
BMW X5 Series E53 Widescreen Motorway and Trunk Road Unit Module 167859
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Part no. A2139001722
Mercedes W213 W907 Transmission Gearbox Control Unit Module ECU A2139001722
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Part no. 8600358
BMW F20 F30 LCI MINI F55 F56 Integrated Relay Supply Module 8600358
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Part no. 5Q0907357
Audi A3 8V Headlight Head Light Lamp Range Control Unit Module ECU 5Q0907357
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Part no. 6923970
BMW X5 Series E53 Rear Third Stoplamp Stop Lamp Brake Light White 6923970
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Part no. 7552176-8
BMW Z4 E85 2.0i N46 150HP Engine Control Unit ECU DME 7552176 Manual Gearbox
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Part no. 5A5D3C0
Keyless Entry BMW F40 G20 G21 G30 G31 Comfort Access Antenna 5A5D3C0
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Part no. 7839662
BMW E90 E92 E93 LCI Cable Alternator Starter Base B 7839662
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Part no. 8K0959663B
Audi A5 8T Voltage Converter Stabilizer Control Module Unit ECU 8K0959663B
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Part no. A4535402703
Smart ForTwo C453 Battery Negative Minus Wiring Cable A4535402703
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Part no. 8T0959793M
Audi A5 8T Front Door Control Module Left N/S Driver's Side Unit 8T0959793M
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Part no. 9494391
BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F44 F45 F46 Fuel Pump ECU Module Control Unit 9494391
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Part no. 5Q4959593
Seat Leon Mk3 5F Door Module Control Unit Front Driver's Side Door 5Q4959593
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Part no. A2048701826
Mercedes S204 Door Module Front Left N/S Control Unit ECU A2048701826
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Part no. A2045405609
Video Wiring Cable Mercedes W204 Video Unit Harness Cable Wire A2045405609
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Part no. A6429002900-6
Mercedes C207 E350 CDI BlueEfficiency OM642.836 Engine Module ECU A6429002900
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Part no. A2229005914
Mercedes W205 Rear SAM Module Control Unit A2229005914
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Part no. A1715400107
Mercedes SLK R171 Window Lifter Lift Switch Cable Wiring Harness A1715400107
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Part no. 3452166
BMW X3 E83 Air Module Control Unit ECU 3452166
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Part no. A2909003001
Mercedes C238 E53 4matic Transfer Case Torque Distribution Control ECU
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Part no. A2205404208
Mercedes W220 Rear PDC Parking Sensor Wiring Loom A2205404208
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Part no. A0009007604
Adblue Module Mercedes W205 W213 W177 W907 SCR Control Unit EGR ECU A0009007604
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Part no. A2045400708
Mercedes-Benz W204 Parking Sensor Wiring Cable Harness Rear PDC A2045400708
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Part no. 8507981
BMW F07 GT F10 F11 Engine Wiring Loom Harness Cables M57Z Diesel 8507981
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Part no. 9181455
BMW X1 Series E84 Antenna Aerial Noise Suppression Filter 9181455
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Part no. A2215450801-1
Mercedes W221 Fuse Box Control Unit SAM Module Relay A2215450801
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Part no. 8510221-13
BMW E90 E91 LCI E92 325d Diesel N57 204HP ECU Engine Kit DDE 8510221 Automatic
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Part no. 7552697
Mini Cooper One Clubman R55 R56 R57 R59 R60 JCW Engine Starter Motor 7552697
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Part no. 7560377
Cable Alternator BMW E81 E82 E87 E88 E90 E91 LCI Starter B+ 7560377
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Part no. 8589170
Starter Harness BMW X3 G01 X4 G02 30dX 40dX B57 Cable Base B+ Loom 8589170
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Part no. 7199997
BMW Z4 E85 Roadster Cabrio Convertible Roof Folding Top Module Unit 7199997
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Part no. 6956746-MB1
BMW E81 E87 E90 LCI PDC Parking Ultrasonic Sensor Set x4 Monaco Blau - A35
€23.95
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Part no. 2Q0980653G
Audi Q2 GA Front Camera Module Lane Assist Control Unit 2Q0980653G
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Part no. 1Z0907115A
Skoda Octavia RS VRS 1Z II 2.0 TFSI BWA 200HP Engine Unit ECU 1Z0907115A Manual
€113.95
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Part no. 8647841
BMW F45 X1 F48 Mini F55 F56 F57 Integrated Supply Module Z11 8647841
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Part no. A1698207526
Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Door Control Unit Left N/S Rear A1698207526
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Part no. A0365457032
Mercedes C209 W211 CLS C219 Steering Wheel Module Control Unit A0365457032
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Part no. 7801711-1
BMW X3 E83 2.0d M47N2 Engine Control Unit Module ECU DDE 7801711 Manual
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Part no. 9362445
BMW F20 F21 F22 Audio Amplifier Harman Kardon Active Sound Design Unit 9362445
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Part no. 7849627
BMW F80 M3 F82 M4 Engine Valvetronic Wiring Cable Loom Harness 7849627
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Part no. 6800903-2
Mini R50 R52 R53 Steering Wheel Horn Switch Left Right N/O/S Set 6800903
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Part no. A2059003740
Mercedes A205 Convertible Comfort Control Unit Module A2059003740
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Part no. DE8T19H463DC
Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Rain Sensor Control Unit Module FoMoCo DE8T-19H463-DC
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Part no. A2124404851
Mercedes W212 Rear Bumper PDC Wiring Parking Sensor Loom Harness A2124404851
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Part no. 6942507
Mini R52 R53 Battery Cable Wiring Lead Positive Plus Pole 6942507
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Part no. A2218702286
Mercedes W221 Front Seat Heater Control Unit Module ECU A2218702286
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Part no. 8372204
BMW X5 Series E53 Control Element Light Switch 61318372204 8372204
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Part no. 1Z0035161C
Skoda Octavia II Radio Control Autoradio Head Unit Stream MP3 1Z0035161C
€32.95
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Part no. 6906614
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Power Distribution Fuse Box Front 6906614
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Part no. 8K0959655L
Audi A4 B8 Air Module Control Unit ECU Crash Control 8K0959655L
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Part no. A0015423723
Mercedes A E Class W169 W211 Parking Sensor Display Control PDC A0015423723
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Part no. 8X0959793H
Audi A1 8X Door Module Front Driver's Side Control Unit ECU 8X0959793H
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Part no. 8P0959655J
Audi A3 E 104 T Air Module ECU Sensor Control Unit 8P0959655J
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Part no. A9069006303-1
Mercedes W906 Fuse Box SAM Module Control Unit ZGS Temic A9069006303
€89.95
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Part no. 9154128
BMW Mini Cooper One R56 Front Left Passenger's Door Wiring Harness N/S 9154128
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Part no. 6819329
KaFAS Camera BMW i3 I01 F10 F20 F30 LCI Speed Control ECU Module Unit 6819329
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Part no. 4G5907468K
Audi A6 C7 Gateway Interface Electrical Control Unit Module ECU 4G5907468K
€165.95
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Part no. N1XT-14D338-ADC
VW Volkswagen Amarok NF Wiring Harness Loom Cable N1XT-14D338-ADC
€23.95
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Part no. 9302937
BMW F01 LCI Cable Door Rear Left Right N/O/S Wiring Harness 9262882
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Part no. 6822077
BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Head Unit Basic Media Navigation Headunit 6822077
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Part no. A1698207426
Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Door Control Unit Right O/S Rear A1698207426
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Part no. 5QS915181
Audi A3 S3 8Y Battery Negative Terminal Cable Wire 5QS915181
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Part no. 8K2907115S-1
Audi A4 B8 8K A5 8T 2.0 TFSI CDNB 180HP Engine Control ECU 8K2907115S Manual
€89.95
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Part no. A2048701226
Mercedes S204 Door Module Rear Right O/S Control Unit ECU A2048701226
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Part no. A1698201585
Mercedes W245 ECU Control Unit Sensor Air Module A1698201585
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Part no. 8W9971104A
Audi S4 B9 Wiring Loom Set PDC Rear Complete Harness Parking Sensor 8W9971104A
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Part no. 8582155-3
BMW F20 F30 F32 120dX 320dX 420dX 184HP N47N Engine ECU 8582155 Automatic
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Part no. 9177773
BMW F01 F07 F10 F11 Battery Power B+ Distribution Box Rear 9177773
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Part no. 9346799
BMW F01 F02 LCI F10 Diversity Aerial Antenna Amplifier DAB 9346799
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Part no. 1K0907530G
Audi A3 8P Gateway Module Diagnostic Interface Control Unit ECU 1K0907530G
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Part no. 8E0907637
Audi A4 B7 YAW Sensor ESP Rotation Rate Acceleration Control Unit 8E0907637
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Part no. A2059008218
Telematics Module Mercedes W176 W205 W218 Communication Control Unit A2059008218
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Part no. 39113-2A511
Kia Ceed I 1.6 CRDI 115HP D4FB Diesel Engine Control ECU 39113-2A511 Manual
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Part no. 6943285
BMW E65 Xenon Headlight Control Module LM E6X LWR 6943285
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Part no. A0025451201
Mercedes W169 W245 W906 Fuse Box Carrier A0025451201
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Part no. A1695451440
Mercedes W169 W245 Central Gateway Module Bracket Holder Mount A1695451440
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Part no. 9247470
BMW E90 LCI Junction Box Body Control Module Unit 9247470
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Part no. 8514291
Battery Cable BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 B47 Alternator Starter Base B Cable 8514291
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Part no. 7514342-1
BMW 5 Z4 Series 1 E34 E85 Base B Terminal Point Engine Compartment 7514342
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Part no. 8624382
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F30 F31 LCI Line Cable Power Distribution Module 8624382
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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. 9290013
BMW X3 F25 Footwell Light Control Unit Module ECU FRM III TEMIC 9290013
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Part no. 6970676
BMW X5 E70 Rear Bumper PDC Cables Wiring Loom Set 6970676
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Part no. 9159794
BMW 3 Series E93 Cabrio Airbag Control Unit Module ECU 9159794 65779159794
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Part no. 8W0947355M
Audi A4 B9 LED Module Light Unit Wiring Harness Right Rear O/S 8W0947355M
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Part no. 1K0937517-1
Audi A3 RS3 8V Potential Power Distribution Junction Box Jump Point 1K0937517
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Part no. 8518424-1
BMW F20 F30 118d 318d N47N 143HP Engine Control Unit ECU DDE 8518424 Manual
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Part no. 9873895
BMW F40 Crash Control Unit Air Module ECU Continental 9873895
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Part no. A2059007218
Automatic Closing Motor Mercedes S205 Estate X253 Trunk Lid A2059007218
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Part no. 8573257
BMW F20 F30 F32 120d 320d 420d N47N 184HP Engine Module ECU DDE 8573257 Manual
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Part no. A1729008500-3
Mercedes W166 W204 Display Screen Information Navigation Dashboard A1729008500
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Part no. 8572439-3
Engine Control Unit BMW F30 F31 N57N 330d 258HP ECU DDE 8572439 Automatic
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Part no. A0009054807
Mercedes W118 W177 W206 W247 NOX Sensor A0009054807
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Part no. 8507918
BMW F20 F21 N47S1 Engine Wiring Harness Injector Module Loom Cable 8507918
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Part no. 9270392-2
BMW F20 F21 F22 Central Information Display Dashboard Screen 6,5" 9270392
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Part no. 1388277
BMW E39 E46 E60 E61 E83 E90 E91 Switch Glove Box Light
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Part no. 8589168
Alternator Harness BMW X3 G01 X4 G02 30dX 40dX B57 Cable Base B+ Loom 8589168
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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 .