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. 9230680
BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 CD Changer 6 Disc Player 9167081
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Part no. 9224686
BMW Mini Clubman R55 Cable Wiring Loom Splitdoor Door Rear Right O/S 9224424
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Part no. 9224687
BMW Mini Clubman R55 LCI Cable Wiring Loom Splitdoor Door Rear Left N/S 9224424
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Part no. 8602988
MINI F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Cable Alternator Starter Wire 8602988
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Part no. 9367673
Mini Cooper F55 F56 F57 Visual Boost Surround Central Cover Instrument 9367673
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Part no. 8602991
Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Battery Wire Cable Negative Earth Lead 8602991
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Part no. 9268336
BMW MINI Clubman R55 R55N LCI Cable Adapter Lead Sensor Side Airbag 9207117
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Part no. 7527610
Mini Cooper R50 W10 116HP Petrol Engine Control Unit ECU DME 7527610 Automatic
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Part no. 6917548
Mini R50 R53 Rear PDC Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Pure Silver Metallic 900
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Part no. 6940432
Mini Cooper R50 R53 Adapter Lead With Diode EHPAS Cable Wiring 6940432
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Part no. 7534705
Mini R50 R52 Ground Battery Cable Alternator Starter 7534705
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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. 9199491
BMW Mini Clubman R55 Cable Wiring Loom Splitdoor Door Rear Left N/S 9199491
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Part no. 9805535
BMW Countryman R60 R61 Centre Console Retaining Bracket Rail Rear 9805535
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Part no. 7649090
Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Petrol Engine Starter Motor 7649090
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Part no. 9209758
BMW X5 Z4 E89 E70 Mini Cooper R56 R57 CD Changer Multichanger 9209758
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Part no. 9358302
Mini 1 2 3 Series F20 F21 F30 LCI F55 F56 Compensator LTE ECE 9358302
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Part no. 3428336
Mini Clubman Cooper R55 Antenna Amplifier Diversity Signal Booster 3428336
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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. 6956166
BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Loudspeaker Rear 65136956166 6956166
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Part no. 6910920
Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Heater Temperature Control Actuator 0132801166
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Part no. 9176194
Mini Cooper R57 R58 R59 Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier FM 9176194
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Part no. 2757722
Mini Cooper R57 R58 R59 Control Unit Module Bracket Holder PGS 2757722
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Part no. 2758980
BMW Mini Cooper R58 R59 Bracket Safety Belt Front Right O/S 2758980
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Part no. 8571036
Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 Wiring Harness Engine Supply Module 8571036
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Part no. 9312294
BMW Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Battery Clamping Clam Rail 9312294
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Part no. 8570848
Mini Cooper One D F54 F55 F56 F57 Engine Starter Motor Diesel Bosch 8570848
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Part no. 9196100
Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 B Pillar Upper Column Airbag Sensor 9196100
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Part no. 9381445
Mini Cooper F55 F56 F57 IBS Negative Battery Lead Cable 9381445
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Part no. 9270354
Mini F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 Rear Electric Power Distribution Fuse Box 9270354
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Part no. 9321022
BMW Mini Cooper F55 F56 F57 B Junction Terminal Box 300-400 W 9321022
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Part no. 3455304
Mini R57 Cabrio DWA Door Alarm Theft Deterrent System Unit 3455304
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€22.75
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Part no. 9126106
BMW Mini R55 R56 R57 Cabrio Adapter Lead Outside Temperature Sensor 9126106
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€22.75
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Part no. 9807756
Mini Cooper R60 Wiring Passenger Loom Front Door Cables Left N/S 9807756
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€28.01
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Part no. 6949228
Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Convertible DWA Door Alarm System Module Unit 6949228
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Part no. 9240943
Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI R60 Electrical System Fuse Distribution Box 9240943
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Part no. 7638322-1
Mini Cooper R56 LCI N16 1.6 122HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME 7638322 + CAS3 + Key
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€284.95
€242.21
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Part no. 9805670
Mini R60 Countryman Door Window Lifter Regulator Motor Front Right O/S
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€28.01
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Part no. 9240945
Mini Cooper D R55 R56 R57 R60 LCI Electrical System Fuse Distribution Box
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Part no. 7588502-1
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 N12 1.6 Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME 7588502 CAS3 Key
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Part no. 3450646
Mini Cooper Convertible R57 Fuse Box Electrical Control Unit 3450646
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Part no. 9805654
Mini Cooper R60 R61 Trailer Towing Control Module Cover Bracket 9805654
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Part no. 9806332
Mini R60 R61 Ultra Sonic Module Alarm System Sensor 9806332
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Part no. 9185474
Mini Cooper R60 R61 Antenna Aerial Diversity Trap Circuit 9185474
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Part no. 3453590
Mini Cooper R57 R58 Antenna Bumper Mounted FM/DAB Wiring 3453590
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Part no. 7522284
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 W10 Battery Cable Plus Pole 7522284
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Part no. 6906600-1
BMW Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 JCW Fuse Box Housing 6906600
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Part no. 6949229
Mini R52 Cabrio Convertible DWA Rear Door Alarm System Module Unit 6949229
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Part no. 3453954
BMW Mini Cooper One R57 R58 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Diversity Module 3453954
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Part no. 9176193
Mini Cooper R57 R58 LCI Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier FM 9176193
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Part no. 3456760
Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 Radio Boost CD Player Unit Head 3456760
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€141.06
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Part no. 7574294
Mini Cooper S R56 Automatic Gearbox TCU ECU Control Unit EGS Module 7574294
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€34.17
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Part no. 3456365
Roof Security Alarm Mini R55 R56 One Ultra Sonic Module 3456365
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Part no. 9284331
Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI R60 R61 Roof Light Switch Operating Unit 9284331
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Part no. 7515206
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Battery Alternator Starter Cable Wiring 7515206
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Part no. 9314023
MINI Cooper R56 LCI Aerial Antenna Amplifier Diversity Module 9314023
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Part no. 7823314
Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 LCI N47N 1.6 Diesel Engine Starter Motor 7823314
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Part no. 1489995
Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 Starter Motor W10 1.6 Petrol Engine 1489995
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Part no. 6906604
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Power Distribution Fuse Box Front 6906604
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Part no. 3449417
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R55N R56 R56N LCi Ultra Sonic Module Alarm System 3449417
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Part no. 2754241-1
BMW MINI Cooper R55 R56 R57 R60 Engine Computer Mount Support Bracket Holder
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Part no. 7552105
Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R58 Petrol Engine Starter Motor N12 7540897
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Part no. 9137703
Mini Cooper One R55 R56 Door Wiring Harness Factory Right O/S 9137703
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Part no. 7152588
Mini Cooper One R50 R53 JCW Fuel Filler Cover Flap Actuator 7152588 7127872
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Part no. 9137799
Door Wiring Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Passenger Cable 9137799
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Part no. 6906600
Fuse Box Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 JCW Housing 1509011
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Part no. 2754241-2
BMW MINI Cooper R55 R56 R57 Engine Computer Mount Support Bracket Holder 2754241
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Part no. 2757044
Mini R55 R56 R57 R58 Right O/S Electric Window Lifter Motor 2757044
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Part no. 0148459-CHRED
Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap 0148459 Chili Red - 851
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Part no. 2755704
Genuine BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 R60 R61 Fuse Box Empty Housing 2755704
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Part no. 1480790
Fuse Relay Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Electrical Box Housing With Cover 148079
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Part no. 3450343
Ultra-sonic Alarm Mini Cooper R55 R56 System Module 3450343
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Part no. 3416765
Mini Cooper One R56 Antenna Amplifier Aerial Diversity Module 3416765
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Part no. 7539787
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 R58 Negative Battery Cable 7539787
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Part no. 7570287
BMW Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Earth Ground Battery Strap Cable 7570287
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Part no. 2755518
Mini R55 R56 R57 Battery Tray Holder Mounting Bracket Housing Box 2755518
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Part no. 6974246
BMW MINI Cooper Clubman R55 R55N LCI Retaining Bracket Safety Belt Rear Right
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Part no. 9274428
Mini Cooper F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 PDC Parking Sensor Ultrasonic Black 9274428
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Part no. 9805422
BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 Earth Ground Cable
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Part no. 6974245
BMW MINI Cooper Clubman R55 R55N LCi Retaining Bracket Safety Belt Rear Left N/S
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Part no. 7600020-7
Mini R55 R56 R57 N12 DME Petrol Engine Control Unit ECU 7600020
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€53.97
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Part no. 6915063
Ultra Sonic Module Mini R50 R53 Alarm System Sensor 6915063
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Part no. 1508937
BMW Mini Cooper S One D R50 R52 R53 Negative Battery Cable Wire 1508937
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Part no. 6923207
Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Alarm System Inclination Sensor III
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Part no. 7512967
Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 Base B+ Terminal Point Engine Compartment 7512967
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Part no. 6917556-IB
Mini R50 R52 R53 Rear PDC Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Indi Blue 6917556
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Part no. 8383551
Mini R50 R53 Headlight Aim Range Control Unit Module ECU Xenon 8383551
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Part no. 7525434
Mini R52 R53 W11 Battery Cable Wire Harness Starter Base B 7525434
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Part no. 7550017
Mini Cooper One Clubman R55 R56 R58 R59 R60 Starter Motor 1.6 Engine 7550017
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Part no. 7589354
Mini R55 R56 R57 R59 R60 JCW Engine Starter Motor Actuator 7589354
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Part no. 9154331
BMW MINI Clubman R55 Cable Wiring Loom Splitdoor Split Door Rear Right O/S
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Part no. 2751445
Mini Cooper One R56 R55 R57 R58 LCi Retaining plate fuse box SPEG 2751445
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Part no. 1167294
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Fresh Air Recirculating Actuator 1167294 6NN007626
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Part no. 9142400
BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 Passenger's Door Module Cables N/S 9142400
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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. 2755095
Mini Clubman R55 Amplifier Holder System HiFi Stereo Audio 2755095
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Part no. 7515200
Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 Battery Wire Cable Negative Earth Lead 7515200
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Part no. 7168153
BMW MINI Cooper One Clubman R55 R55N LCI Wiper Motor Window Left Rear N/S 716815
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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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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 .