What is the construction and purpose of switches, controls, and ignition locks?

Switches, controls, and ignition locks are parts responsible for transmitting commands to the car's electrical and mechanical systems. A typical component consists of a housing, contacts, a connector, a button, a knob, or an ignition barrel, depending on the application. These parts are mounted in the vehicle cabin, most often at the steering column, on the dashboard, in the doors, or in the center console. Their task is to provide convenient and precise control of car functions.

What are switches, controls, and ignition locks used for?

Switches, controls, and ignition locks are used to operate lights, wipers, windows, mirrors, locks, heating, and to start the ignition. They are responsible for transmitting a signal to the appropriate module or receiver, so their efficiency directly affects driving comfort and safety. In the case of the ignition lock, cooperation with the steering lock, immobilizer, and starting system is also important.

What role does the control signal play in the operation of these components?

A control signal is information transmitted after activating a button, switch, or ignition lock. It is used to turn on, turn off, or change the operating mode of a specific vehicle system, for example, lights or windows. In practice, its correct transmission depends on the condition of the contacts, connector, wiring harness, and the part's compatibility with the car's electronics. Even slight wear on pins or the mechanism can cause intermittent function operation.

How to choose a switch or ignition lock for a specific car?

It is best to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, vehicle placement, and equipment version. It is also worth checking the transmission type if the component works with a specific locking system or control panel. For door and console elements, color, mounting side, and button layout are also important.

What symptoms indicate wear of switches, controls, or ignition locks?

Typical symptoms include no response when pressed, intermittent operation, mechanism sticking, lack of backlighting, or play in the button or knob. In the ignition lock, there may be difficulties turning the key, problems with the ignition position, or incorrect steering column unlocking. Such signals should be compared with the condition of the connectors and housing before purchasing a replacement part.

What should be checked before installing a used control element?

Before installation, it is good to assess the condition of the clips, pins, housing, and button surfaces, and compare the part with the old element. Check if the mounting points, plug type, and functions supported by the module match. For parts from door panels or consoles, ensure the element matches the interior trim and cooperating components.

Switches & Controls

At Global Parts automotive store we offer a wide selection of original used car parts including switches, controls and ignitions for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others. The switches, controls and ignitions we offer undergo quality control so that you can be sure that you are getting a top-class product.

More information

Find it faster

Match to your vehicle

Make

Switch Panel Mercedes W203 W209 Hazard Light Block Heated Seats ESP A2038702210

€46.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8L0953513G

VW Volkswagen Golf Mk4 Steering Wheel Indicator Wiper Stalk Switch 8L0953513G

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4L0959748

Audi Q7 4L Seat Control Switch Button Panel Front Right O/S 4L0959748

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4F0951527AE

Audi A3 8P Steering Wheel Multifunction Button Control Switches Set 4E0951527AD

€56.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2198300985

Panel Mercedes C219 Air Conditioning Heater Blower Control Panel A2198300985

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6953738

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Control Element Light Switch 61316925251 6953738

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1714640918-2

Mercedes SLK R171 Steering Wheel Function Clock Spring Contact Slip Ring

€37.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1718205426

Mercedes W169 W245 Rain Light Sensor Control Unit Module A1718205426

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2128207210

Hazard Switch Mercedes W212 Dashboard Warning Light Button Unit A2128207210

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9354186

BMW F45 F46 X1 F48 X5 F15 Hazard Warning Button Switch Emergency Light 9354186

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6Q0953503DQ

Skoda Fabia 5j Indicator Wiper Stalk Steering Column 6Q0953503DQ

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4B0959643D

Impact Sensor Audi A3 8P A4 B7 A8 D3 Crash Air Unit Module 4B0959643D

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6767211-1

BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 E91 Black Trim Cover Multifunction Switch Steering Wheel

€75.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. Q0010011V003

Smart Roadster W452 Center Hazard A/C Control Switch Panel Q0010011V003

€94.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2049050500

Mercedes W204 PDC Parking Sensor Switch Control Button A2049050500

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 2992942

BMW X1 E84 Switch Control Power Window Lifter Button Rear Right O/S Trim 2992942

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9329949

BMW Mini Cooper F55 F56 Hazard Warning System Switch Button Emergency Light

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9113773

Window Lifter Switch BMW E60 E61 LCI E83 Black 9113773

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9123032

BMW E88 E90 E92 Steering Column Switch Cluster Wiper Stalk 9123032

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8K0959851D

Audi A4 B8 Window Lifter Switch Driver's Side Door Button Panel 8K0959851D

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6949411

Mini R50 R53 Wiper Stalk Switch Steering Column Yellow 6949411

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 3422625-1

BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R60 Roof Operating Unit Light Switch 3422625

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2048700451

Mercedes W204 Front Door Window Control Switch Button Passenger Side A2048700451

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7949339

BMW F40 Operating Unit Audio Radio Control Panel Switch 7949339

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7513248

Mini R50 R52 Lever Knob Handle Leather Automatic Chrome 7513248

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V0925301DK

Audi A3 8V Interior Traction Control Hazard Switch Button Panel 8V0925301DK

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9225710

BMW F20 F21 F30 Cover Trim Multifunction Switch Sport Steering Wheel 9225710

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8K0959748A

Audi A5 8T Front Seat Adjustment Switch Right O/S Control Panel 8K0959748A

€32.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8P0959833A

Audi TT 8J Tailgate Switch Boot Trunk Lid Fill Flap Open Release Button

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2129059200

Trunk Switch Mercedes W204 W212 Tailgate Lid Remote Control Button A2129059200

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9167196

BMW 1 3 5 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 E60 E61 USB Socket Plug Port 9167196

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2469001309

Multimedia Controller Mercedes W176 W246 Switch Button Control Unit A2469001309

€32.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9250394

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Automatic A/C Air Conditioning Control Switch 9250394

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9155504-1

BMW E90 E90N E91 E91N Driver's Side Window Lifter Switch 9155504

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8365579

BMW E38 E39 E46 E53 E85 E86 Trunk Unlocking Switch 8365579

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8723588

BMW X3 F07 F10 F11 F25 Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 868 MHz

€37.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9113773-1

Window Button BMW E60 E61 X3 E83 Lifter Switch Unit Black 9113773

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2059057803

Mercedes W204 W212 Seat Switch Regulation Adjust Front Right O/S A2059057803

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2038209310

Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 Center Hazard Control Switch Panel ESP A2038209310

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9328289

Mini F55 F56 F57 Switch Unit Centre Console Start Stop Button Panel 9328289

€47.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4F2959769A

Audi A6 C6 Door Card Seat Memory Switch Button Panel Front Right O/S 4F2959769A

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7L6941435R

Volkswagen Touareg 7L Differential Lock Control Switch Control Button 7L6941435R

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9330563

BMW F25 Steering Column Wiper Indicator Stalk Squib Ring Switch 9330563

€42.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2049050302-1

Mercedes W204 Switch Panel Centre Console Hazard ECO PDC Heated Seat A2049050302

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1729004204

Mercedes SLK R172 Air Conditioning Heater Control Switch Panel A1729004204

€165.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2479052902

Light Switch Mercedes W177 W247 Headlight Control Button Panel Unit A2479052902

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9203976

BMW X1 E84 Centre Console Start Stop DTC Switch Unit Panel 9203976

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V0959851D

Audi A3 8V Window Lifter Switch Button Panel Trim Driver's Side 8V0959851D

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9287340-2

Control Panel BMW F30 F31 AC Air Conditioning Radio Audio FBM Unit Module Chrome

€104.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2038700351

Mercedes CLC-Class CL203 Heated Seats Control Lock Switch Panel A2038700351

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9132421

BMW E90 E90 E91 E91 E92 E93 Switch Panel ZV Hazard Lights DTC Button 9132421

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2129051302

ES Switch Mercedes C207 W212 Eco Sport Control Driving Mode Button A2129051302

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9119052

BMW E60 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Mini Cooper R55 R56 R60 Bonnet Open Alarm Switch

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2518200412

Mercedes R W251 Center Dashboard Speaker Cover Panel Trim Black A2518200412

€32.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9159077

Heated Seat Button BMW E60 E61 LCI Center Console Module Switch PDC 9159077

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2218214351

Mercedes W221 Window Lifter Control Switch Rear Left Right N/O/S A2218214351

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A0015458714

Mercedes W169 W210 Door Contact Switch Parking Brake A0015458714

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9185675

Roof Switch BMW E93 E93 LCI F12 Convertible Open Close 9185675

€42.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9287341-2

BMW F20 F30 Control Panel A/C Air Conditioning Radio CD Player 6814187 9287341

€56.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6920755

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Button For Controller Idrive Navigation System 6920755

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2518201010

Mercedes M W164 Button Locking Door Switch Black Right A2518201010

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A0005453522

Mercedes W203 Steering Column Adjustment Stalk Switch A0005453522

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9303958

BMW 4 Series F33 F83 M4 Convertible Bootlid Switch Loading Aid Black 9303958

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 3422211

Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 R58 R60 Switch Hazard Warning Lights Button 3422211

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9393949

BMW F20 F21 F30 Headlight Control Element Light Switch 9393949

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8E0959855

Audi A4 B7 Window Lifter Switch Front Rear Door Control Button 8E0959855

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6911585

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Steering Wheel MFL Phone Switch Buttons N/S 6911585

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6945875

BMW E70 E71 E90 E91 E92 E93 Switch Window Lifter Grey 6945875

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9393947

Light Switch BMW F20 F30 F36 Control Element Headlight Headlamp Black 9393947

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 5K0953521BM

Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Switch Wiper Indicator Stalk 5K0953521BM

€42.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9225230

BMW F01 F10 F11 F12 F13 LCI Engine Start Stop Switch Button 9225230

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A9065450107

Mercedes Sprinter W906 Switch Panel Centre Console ASR Lock Hazard A9065450107

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2195450604

Mercedes C219 Headlight Fog Light Control Unit Switch Panel A2195450604

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2049053103-1

Mercedes W204 Headlight Switch LED Control Unit Module Button A2049053103

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 571941633

Volkswagen Crafter Mk2 SY Headlight Switch Buttons Control Unit 571941633

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 99661353310

Porsche Boxster 986 Headlight Level Height Control Switch 99661353310

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6800904-1

Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Steering Weel Switch Horn Left N/S 6800904

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4H0959778B

Audi A7 S7 4G8 Front Seat Lumbar Control Switch Buttons Right O/S 4H0959778B

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. BJ32-14B596-AC

Range Rover Evoque L538 Suspension Control Switch Button Panel BJ32-14B596-AC

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9324317-1

BMW F10 A/C Air Conditioning Radio Automatic Control Switch Unit Panel 9324317

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 5P0919237

Audi A3 8P Passenger Air Module Switch Deactivation Lock Button 5P0919237

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 1683897

Ford Kuga C394 Mk1 Front Electric Door Window Switch Driver Side 9M5T-14A132-AA

€66.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6977788

BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 LCi Passenger Button Off Indicator 6977788

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. FK72-14C533-MD

Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Climate Control Panel Heater A/C FK72-14C533-MD

€32.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2185400162-2

Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Steering Wheel Switch Multifunction Buttons A2185400162

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 99161315102

Porsche 911 991 Door Window Switch Mirror Adjustment Panel Button 99161315102

€113.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2049058102

Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Front Door Power Window Regulation Switch A2049058102

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2139057502

Mercedes W205 Front Seat Heated Right O/S Door Side Switch Panel A2139057502

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2518210151-1

Mercedes W251 Steering Wheel Button Switch Right O/S Multifunction A2518210151

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9388808-2

BMW X5 F15 Air Conditioning Panel Climate Control Radio A/C Switch 9388808

€104.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 2010113

Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Heater A/C Climate Control Panel Unit DT1T-18549-AD

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. YUB500250PVJ

Land Rover Freelander L314 Electric Seat Adjuster Switch Left N/S YUB500250PVJ

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 07355860750

Fiat Ducato Peugeot Boxer Headlight Control Light Switch Panel 07355860750

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8W2919616D

Audi A4 B9 Multimedia Controller Switch Panel Control 8W2919616D

€28.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2048704310

Mercedes W204 Dashboard Switch Panel Heated Seats A2048704310

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2478203902

Mercedes W177 W247 USB Port Socket Plug Control Panel Connection A2478203902

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2139056508

Mercedes W213 C238 Dash Control Panel Media Hazard Switch Clock A2139056508

€42.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. 1K0953513E

VW Volkswagen Golf 5 Indicator Stalk Light Control Flasher Switch 1K0953513E

€23.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2059053601-2

Mercedes W205 Switch Media Nav Radio Hazards Dashboard Air Vent A2059053601

€75.95

Free delivery: Sep 28 – Oct 1

If paid before 14:00

...

Showing 100-198 of 5054 products