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. 9279391
BMW 5 G11 G30 M5 Door Crash Sensor Front 9279391
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Part no. A1698207526-1
Mercedes W169 W245 Door Control Unit Left N/S Rear A1698207526
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Part no. 9338153
Mini F54 F60 Clubman Countryman Antenna Aerial Amplifier AM / FM Unit 9338153
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Part no. 6838609
Antenna Amplifier BMW F40 Aeral Diversity Control Unit FM DAB Live Dash 6838609
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Part no. 9237055
Antenna Diversity BMW F07 GT Control Unit Module Aeral Amplifier 868 MHZ 9237055
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Part no. 6838610
BMW 1 Series F40 Aerial probe AM/FM Antenna 6838610
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Part no. 9286365
BMW X1 X2 Series F39 F48 Antenne AM Antenna Amplifier Cable 9286365
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Part no. 240809677R
Renault Trafic III Vauxhall Vivaro B Positive Battery Cable Lead Wire 240809677R
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Part no. A2078202810
Mercedes W207 Convertible Anti Theft Roof ITS TPS Sensor Module Unit A2078202810
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Part no. A0009058000
Windscreen Camera Mercedes W207 W221 Front Windshield Module Unit A0009058000
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Part no. A2079002800
Mercedes W207 Convertible Door Module Front Right O/S Control Unit A2079002800
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Part no. 8691827-2
Mini Cooper F56 B38 136HP Petrol Engine ECU Kit DME 8691827 BDC + Key Manual
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Part no. 6C11-3C190-AB
Ford Transit MK7 Yaw Sensor ESP Rotation Rate Control Unit Module 6C11-3C190-AB
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Part no. 9803029180
Peugeot Partner Citroen Berlingo Mk2 Wiring Cable Loom Diesel Engine 9803029180
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Part no. 6824383
BMW 1 2 3 4 Series F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Module Control Unit FEM 6824383
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Part no. 31327066
Starter Motor Volvo S40 V70 XC90 Diesel Engine Actuator Motor 31327066
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Part no. A0325453132
Gearbox Module Mercedes SLK R171 Automatic Transmission Unit EGS A0325453132
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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. 8E0057185KX
Audi A4 B7 Radio Media Player Audio CD Head Unit Player Concert 8E0057185KX
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Part no. A2098205926
Mercedes CLK C209 Body Control Module Unit A2098205926
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Part no. 6923547
BMW E65 E66 6-fold CD Changer Multichanger Without Magazine 6923547
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Part no. 9688268580
Citroen C4 Starter Motor Diesel Engine 1.6 HDI Actuator Unit 9688268580
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Part no. 8200587119
Renault Trafic III Vauxhall Vivaro B Relay 5-Pin Grey Unit 8200587119
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Part no. 23300JG70A
Nissan Qashqai Diesel Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 23300JG70A
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Part no. 8514735
BMW F20 F21 116d ed N47N 116HP Engine Control Unit Module ECU DDE 8514735 Manual
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Part no. 6907329
BMW E65 Door Cable Guide Rear Left N/S Wiring Loom Bracket Trim Cover 6907329
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Part no. 3456872
Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 LCI R60 Radio Boost CD Player Unit Head 3456872
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Part no. 02Z911024H
Volkswagen Passat B7 Starter Motor Actuator TDI Diesel Engine 02Z911024H
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Part no. A6071550335
Alternator Belt Tensioner Mercedes W176 OM607 Diesel Holder Mounting Panel
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Part no. 8517862-5
BMW F10 F20 F30 520d 120d 320d N47N 184HP Engine Unit ECU DDE 8517862 Automatic
€56.95
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Part no. 8519663-16
Mini Cooper SD R60 R61 ALL4 N47N 143HP ECU Kit DDE 8519663 CAS3 Key Manual
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Part no. 8636596
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F30 F31 Line Cable Power Distribution Module 8636596
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Part no. 9805670-1
Mini R60 Countryman Window Lifter Motor Drive Front Right O/S Door 9804384
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Part no. 9196935
Seat Module BMW X1 E84 E87 E90 E91 Seating Control Unit ECU 9196935
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Part no. 6951629
BMW Z4 X3 E83 E85 Mini R50 DVD GPS Navigation System Computer 6951629
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Part no. A2601503100
Mercedes W177 M260 Petrol Engine Wiring Cable Loom Harness A2601503100
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Part no. A2208203226
Seat Heating Sensor Mercedes W209 W211 W220 Left N/S Control Unit A2208203226
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Part no. 8582280-3
BMW F20 F21 116d N47N 116HP ECU Kit DDE 8582280 + Key + Lock + FEM Manual
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Part no. 8573260-10
BMW F20 F21 116d Diesel N47N 116HP ECU Kit DDE 8573260 + Keys + FEM Manual
€332.95
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Part no. YC1E10K019BA
Ford Transit MK6 2.4 Diesel Alternator Bracket Mount Support YC1E10K019BA
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Part no. 7488140
BMW F10 F20 F21 F30 F31 LCI SCR Control Module ECU Unit 7488140
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Part no. A2474703702
Mercedes W177 W247 Solenoid Valve Line Pipe Hose Starter A2474703702
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Part no. 8512499-10
BMW X1 E84 18d N47 ECU Engine Control Unit Kit DDE 8512499 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. A2465411005
Battery Cover Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Box Trim Lid Panel Housing A2465411005
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Part no. 7544721
BMW X5 E53 Automatic Gearbox Basic Control Unit Module EGS 7544721
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Part no. 93BB14488AB
Ford Focus Mk2 Starter Motor Engine Actuator Cable Wiring Unit 93BB14488AB
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Part no. A1175450800
Negative Battery Terminal Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Lead Connector A1175450800
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Part no. 9329339
BMW F32 Telematics Telephone Control Unit Module Bluetooth TCB ECE 9329339
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Part no. 9664016980
Citroen C4 Starter Motor Diesel Engine HDI Actuator Unit 9664016980
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Part no. 9273584
Seat Belt Module BMW E92 F32 E61 Control Unit LCPA ECU 9273584
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Part no. 9280185
Air Module BMW F10 F11 F01 F02 F03 LCI Control Unit ECU 9280185
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Part no. 9228914
Radio CD Player BMW F10 F11 F13 Navigation ECE Sat Nav Head Unit 9228914
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Part no. 6798242
ICM Module BMW F10 F11 Integrated Chassis Management QL ES Control Unit 6798242
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Part no. 2T14-11000-BA
Ford Transit Connect Starter Motor Engine Actuator Diesel 1.8 2T14-11000-BA
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Part no. A2465400340-2
Mercedes W176 Fuse Relay Box Control Unit A2465400340 A2465400140
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Part no. 9145350
BMW X3 E83 LCI EWS IV 4.4 Control Unit Module ECU 9145350
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Part no. A6519062400
Starter Motor Mercedes W204 W212 OM651 Diesel Engine Bosch Starter A6519062400
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Part no. 283930431R
Roof Microphone Mercedes Citan W415 Interior Mic Unit Wiring Cable 283930431R
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Part no. A1765401201
Mercedes W176 Multimedia Box Wiring Loom Electrical Harness A1765401201
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Part no. 8506444-1
BMW E90 E91 LCI E92 330d Diesel N57 245HP ECU Engine Kit DDE 8506444 CAS3 + Key
€332.95
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Part no. 9264573-2
BMW X1 E84 ECU Body Control Module Unit Junction Box H2 PL2RR JBBFE IIIR 9264573
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Part no. BK2T18D815GD
Ford Transit Custom MK8 Radio Stereo Audio USB Head Unit Panel BK2T18D815GD
€56.95
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Part no. 8T2035186P
Audi A4 B8 Radio Media Player Audio CD Head Unit Player Concert 8T2035186P
€42.95
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Part no. 7222633-1
BMW E90 E91 LCI Flat Cable Wiring Wire CAS Start Stop ECU Loom 7222633
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Part no. 8506566-5
BMW E90 E91 LCI 320d ed N47N 163HP Engine ECU Kit DDE 8506566 CAS3 + Key Manual
€142.95
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Part no. A6511501433
Mercedes W176 W246 Glow Plug Wiring Harness Loom OM651 Engine A6511501433
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Part no. 8577764-1
BMW F10 F11 520d Diesel N47N 184HP ECU Kit DDE 8577764 + Key + CAS4 Automatic
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Part no. 226334803R
Renault Trafic 3 Vauxhall Vivaro B 1.6 DCI Engine Wiring Loom Cable 226334803R
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Part no. 3C0971228K
Battery Cable Volkswagen VW Golf Mk6 VI Positive Plus Pole Lead 3C0971228K
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Part no. 1K0971250AH
VW Golf Mk5 V Negative Battery Terminal Cable Wiring 1K0971250AH
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Part no. 36100-2A550
Kia Sportage 3 1.7 Diesel Engine Starter Motor Denso 36100-2A550
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Part no. 9679061680
Peugeot Boxer 2.2 Puma Diesel Engine Control Unit ECU Module 9679061680
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Part no. A1645403230
Mercedes ML W164 Positive Battery Terminal Cable Lead Wiring A1645403230
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Part no. A1645403132
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W164 Wiring Loom Cable Harness Fuel Tank A1645403132
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Part no. 6G9T-14B192-DA
Ford Galaxy Mondeo Transit Relay 4-Pin Black FoMoCo Unit 6G9T-14B192-DA
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Part no. 1486455080
Peugeot Expert Citroen Jumpy Negative Battery Terminal Cable Wiring 1486455080
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Part no. 90494959
GM Vauxhall Opel Relay 4-Pin Multi Use Glow Plug Unit Magenta 90494959
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Part no. 90589541
Vauxhall Opel Astra G Fuse Box Covering Trim Panel Lid Housing 90589541
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Part no. 6941445
BMW E63 E64 Bluetooth Cable Hands Free Telephone Microphone Unit 6941445
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Part no. 8581370-1
BMW F40 Mini Cooper F56 F57 F60 Bracket Control Unit Box Engine 8581370
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Part no. 8512499-8
BMW E87 E90 LCI N47 118d 318d 143HP Diesel ECU Kit DDE 8512499 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. 8X0915181
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T TT Mk2 Negative Battery Terminal Cable Lead 8X0915181
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Part no. 8K0959655G
Audi A4 B8 Air Module ECU Control Unit Crash Sensor 8K0959655G
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Part no. 8T0919603E-1
Audi A4 B8 Display Screen Sat Nav Navigation Dashboard 8T0919603E
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Part no. 8J0915459
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T TT MK2 Positive Battery Terminal Cable Overload Fuse 8J0915459
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Part no. 8K0937517A
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Battery Postive Terminal Distribution Power Board 8K0937517A
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Part no. 8K0959663
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Voltage Stabilizer Converter Control Unit Module 8K0959663
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Part no. 9134646
Seat Module BMW E65 E66 Front Seat Control Unit Module ECU 9134646
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Part no. 8K0907637C
Yaw Sensor Audi A4 B8 A5 8T ESP Rotation Rate Unit Module 8K0907637C
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Part no. 8T0907468R
Audi A4 B8 Gateway Control Unit Module ECU 8T0907468R
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Part no. 8589907
Supply Module BMW F40 F48 Mini F55 F56 F57 Integrated Z11 Control Unit 8589907
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Part no. 9666729580
Peugeot 308 9HP 1.6 Diesel DV6DTED Engine Control ECU Module 9666729580 Manual
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Part no. 9248369
Radio Player BMW F10 F11 F12 Alpine CD Champ Head Unit Controller 9248369
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Part no. 1K0971228L
VW Golf MK5 6 Audi A3 8P Positive Battery Terminal Cable 1K0971228L
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Part no. 8617239
Gearbox Module Mini R55 R56 LCI R60 Automatic Transmission Unit EGS 8617239
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Part no. 1K0951253
VW Volkswagen Audi Seat Relay 449 Unit Module 4 Pins 1K0951253
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Volkswagen Golf MK5 6 Audi A3 8P Negative Battery Terminal Cable 1T0971235A
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Part no. 8K0951253
Audi VW Volkswagen Seat Relay 643 Unit Module 4 Pins 8K0951253
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Vw Golf 5 Audi A3 8P Seat Leon 1P1 Fuse Box Cover Trim Panel Housing 1K0937132F
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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 .