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.

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Trunk Switch Mercedes X117 X156 Tailgate Boot Stop Button A2468210151

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BMW F40 Switch Control Power Window Lifter Button Rear Left N/S Trim

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Mercedes W221 Seat Control Switch Button Memory Panel Front Left A2218700458

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BMW F90 G01 G07 G30 G31 G32 Climate Heater Control Panel 7947868

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Audi Q3 8U Wing Mirror Adjustment Switch Control Unit Knob 8U0959565C

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Smart Fortwo C453 Parktronic Parking Sensor Switch Control Button A4539053701

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Volkswagen Crafter SY ESP Tracktion Control Switch Panel Button 7C0927134A

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BMW F12 LCI Air Conditioning Heated Seat Radio Control Panel 6824225 160466

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Mini F54 F55 R60 Window Lifter Switch Panel Control Driver's Side O/S 9289624

€23.95

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BMW F40 Switch Control Power Window Lifter Button Rear Right O/S Trim

€23.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Passat B8 Alarm Deactivation TPMS Reset Switch 5G0962109

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Vauxhall Opel Astra G Wiper Stalk Steering Column Switch Arm 090 243 395 501 392

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Volkswagen Caddy 2K Steering Cluster Switch Wiper Indicator Stalk 5K0953521BH

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Mercedes W204 Steering Wheel Paddle Shift Plus/Minus Set X2 A2308217451

€142.95

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Skoda Octavia Mk2 1Z Traction Switch Button Control Unit 1Z0927134D

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Volkswagen VW Golf Mk7 Steering Column Cluster Indicator Wiper Stalk 5Q0953507HL

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VW Touareg 7P Rear Door Trim Switch Pull Handle Titan Black Left N/S 7P6867375

€42.95

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Front Impact Sensor BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 Crash Detection Module Unit 9196043

€28.95

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Part no. 7E0919281B

Volkswagen Transporter T5 Parking Sensor Switch Button 7E0919281B

€37.95

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Ford Fiesta St Mk7 Console Switch Transmission Selector ESC Button C1BT-2C418-BA

€23.95

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Audi A1 GB Indicator Wiper Cruise Control Stalk Switch 82A953521DR

€42.95

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BMW 1 3 X5 X6 Z4 Series E70 E71 E87 E89 E90 E91 E92 Switch Window Lifter 6935534

€23.95

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Mini Cooper R50 R53 Steering Column Ignition Lock Cover 7152690

€23.95

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Audi A3 RS3 8V Hazard Console Multi Switch Control Panel 8V0925301DJ

€32.95

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Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 Steering Wheel Cruise Control Stalk 8H22-13N064-AA

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Lifter Switch BMW F40 G20 Window Control Unit Driver's Side Trim Panel 7948784

€28.95

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Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Multimedia Radio Control Switch Panel KT1T18K811AB

€61.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 ST Front Seats Heating Switch Control Unit Panel P5T-14D694-ABW

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 Light Switch Headlight Control Unit Panel A2056880000

€23.95

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Mercedes W164 Automatic Air Conditioning Unit Control Panel Rear A1648700189

€23.95

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BMW E61 Steering Wheel Wiper Control Switch Cluster Stalk 6924107

€23.95

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Ford Mondeo Mk4 Heated Windscreen Switch Button Control Panel 6M2T-18K574-AC

€23.95

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BMW F10 F20 F21 F30 F31 F80 iDrive Controller Unit Knob Switch 9332285

€61.95

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Smart Fortwo Mk2 Air Conditioning Heater Climate Panel Switch A4519004301

€89.95

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€23.95

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Audi A6 C8 A7 Fuel Cap Opener Tailgate Switch Front Driver Side 4K0959829A

€23.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 Engine Power Start Stop Switch Control Unit AV1T-14C376-AA

€23.95

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€23.95

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Land Rover Evoque L551 Seat Switch Panel Control Passenger Side KX63-14B566-EA

€23.95

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Mercedes CLA C117 AMG Centre Console Switch Button Panel A1769056500

€113.95

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Porsche Cayenne 9PA Window Lifter Switch Button Rear Left Right N/O/S 7L5959851

€23.95

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Range Rover L322 Steering Wheel Switch Left N/S AH4213D767AB AH42-13D767-AC

€56.95

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BMW X1 Series F48 Switch Bootlid Tailgate Release Button 9299447

€23.95

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Ford Transit Connect TTG Brake Pedal Light Switch Control Unit 8T4T-9G854-AA

€23.95

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BMW 2 X1 Series F45 F48 Seat Switch Remote Backrest Release Left 9290728

€23.95

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Ford Transit Connect Mk2 ECO Drive TCS Switch Button Control KT1T-14B436-CA

€23.95

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Part no. A2079050351

Mercedes A207 Convertible Switch Button Control Seat Heater ECO PDC A2079050351

€75.95

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Mercedes W176 Transmission Mode Rotary Switch Dynamic Scroll A2469053603

€146.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Power Distribution Battery Switch 8379594

€23.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 Steering Wheel Switches Multifunction Button Cover H1BT-9E740-AB

€94.95

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Part no. AB39-14B418-AC

Ford Ranger Mk6 Passenger Air Module Control Button Switch AB39-14B418-AC

€32.95

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VW Caddy SB Interior Door Central Locking Switch Button Driver Side 2K7962126

€23.95

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Ford Mondeo Mk5 Hazard Warning Light Switch Button Unit DG9T-13A350-ADW

€23.95

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Skoda Octavia RS 1Z Tyre Pressure Reset Control Switch 1Z0927127C

€23.95

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Audi S5 8T Upper Slide Seat Switch Button Front Right O/S 8T0959666C

€23.95

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BMW F20 F21 F22 F23 F30 F31 F32 Radio Remote Alarm Key Fob 434 MHz 8723602

€28.95

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Part no. A9069051900

Steering Wheel Button Mercedes Sprinter W906 Multifunction Switch A9069051900

€23.95

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Door Lock Switch BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 Central Locking Panel Trim Left N/S 9350441

€23.95

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Mercedes-Benz Vito W639 Front Left Right Door Exterior Handle Wiring Cable

€23.95

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BMW F40 Sensor Rain Light Solar Misting Over 9873612

€47.95

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BMW 2 X1 Series F45 F48 Seat Switch Remote Backrest Release Right 9290729

€23.95

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Volkswagen EOS Master Electric Window Switch Panel Driver Side 1Q0959873B

€23.95

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Audi A4 B8 8K Switch Electric Mirrors Adjustment Rotary Switch 8K0959565

€23.95

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Part no. 6959986

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Cruise Control Switch Column Stalk Knob 6959986

€23.95

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Part no. 6M2T-13A350-AA

Ford Mondeo Mk4 Hazard Warning Light Switch Button Unit 6M2T-13A350-AA

€23.95

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BMW X1 U11 Window Lifter Switch Door Rear Left N/S Control Panel Button 5A2BCB5

€23.95

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Electric Mirrors Switch VW Golf Mk5 Passat B6 Adjustment Knob Heating 1K0959565H

€23.95

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Porsche Macan S 95B Central Lock Switch Control Panel Left N/S 95B962125C

€23.95

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€23.95

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BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Covering Cap Seat Left N/S 6918388

€23.95

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BMW F01 F02 Radio Head Unit Control Switch Unit iDrive Rear Right O/S 9187957

€47.95

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Ford Transit Mk7 Steering Wheel Multifunction Control Switch Button Set AM5T-14K147-CA

€23.95

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Mercedes W447 Dashboard Switch Hazard Trim Cover Panel Black A4479051401

€32.95

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BMW F90 M5 Window Lifter Switch Front Rear Right O/S Door Control Button 9327031

€23.95

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Hazard Switch Mercedes W212 Dashboard Warning Light Button Unit A2129052600

€23.95

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€47.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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Audi TT 8N Switch Button Heated Rear Window Switch 8N0941503B

€23.95

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

€23.95

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BMW F10 F11 Window Switch Button Frame Trim Lifter Black Rear Right O/S 9183548

€23.95

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€23.95

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BMW MINI R50 R52 R53 Control Switch Exterior Electric Wing Mirror 6924652

€23.95

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Mercedes W204 Display Control Screen Monitor Switch Button Unit A2048702851

€28.95

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€23.95

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BMW E60 E61 Headlight Light Switch Control Panel Unit Element 6953737

€23.95

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

€32.95

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Land Rover Discovery 2 L318 Fuel Flap Release Switch Button YUG102390

€32.95

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€23.95

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Audi A8L 4H Rear Door Seat Memory Adjustment Control Switch Right O/S 4H0959770E

€28.95

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Mercedes W205 W447 Dashboard Instrument Panel Light Switch Panel A2059056500

€23.95

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€113.95

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Audi A3 8P Control Panel Switch Light Intensity Regulator Switch 8P0919094

€23.95

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Mercedes-Benz C215 W220 Steering Wheel Button Switch Multifunction A2208210679

€32.95

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