Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. A6519007500-1
Mercedes W204 C220CDI BlueEFFICIENCY OM651.911 Engine ECU A6519007500 Automatic
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Part no. A2079053300
Mercedes-Benz W207 Cabrio A207 Rear Left N/S Radio Aerial Antenna Amplifier
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Part no. A2045409813
Battery Cable Mercedes W204 W207 Positive Wiring Harness Loom A2045409813
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Part no. A9065460121
Mercedes W906 Battery Cable Negative Lead Wiring Harness A9065460121
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Part no. A1725402209
Electrical Cable Mercedes R172 Transmission To Body Wiring Harness A1725400035
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Part no. A9079020303
Mercedes Sprinter W907 W910 AIr Module Sensor Unit ECU A9079020303
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Part no. A2749062100
Starter Motor Mercedes W213 C238 C253 Engine A2749062100
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Part no. A2125400080
Mercedes W212 Fuse Box Housing Relay Unit Module A2125400080
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Part no. A2218201875
Mercedes W221 Aerial Antenna Control Unit Keyless Go Entry Module A2218201875
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Part no. A2468201915
AUX Jack Port Mercedes C117 W246 W176 Wiring Loom Cable Harness A2468201915
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Part no. A2128270228-PAL
Mercedes W212 Aerial Fin Roof Antenna Shark Palladium Silver - 792 A2128270228
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Part no. A2059007705
Module Mercedes C205 Transmission Drivetrain Control Module Unit A2059007705
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Part no. A4475402231
Mercedes W447 Sliding Door Wiring Loom Harness Right O/S A4475402231
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Part no. A9079001705
Mercedes Sprinter B907 Ignition Control Module Keyless A9079001705
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Part no. A4475406777
Alternator Wire Mercedes Vito W447 Battery Alternator Cable A4475406777
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Part no. A6561593100
Mercedes W213 OM656 Diesel Engine Wiring Guide Cable Duct A6561593100
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Part no. A1698208426
Mercedes-Benz A B W169 W245 Front Right Door O/S Control Unit Module A1698208426
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Part no. A1669004719
Audio Amplifier Mercedes W166 C292 Sound Control Unit Harman Kardon A1669004719
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Part no. A0035422819
Battery Relay Mercedes W176 W246 W447 Cut Off Module Control Unit A0035422819
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Part no. A1779002510
Mercedes W177 W247 Safety Module Air Module SRS Control Unit ECU A1779002510
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Part no. A2035451303
Mercedes CL203 W203 Fuse Box Cover Engine Bay Relay A2035451303
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Part no. A2229063202-1
Fuse Box Mercedes W205 W222 Electrical Relay Box Module Unit A2229063202
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Part no. A2229063701
Fuse Box Mercedes W205 W222 Electrical Relay Box Module Unit A2229063701
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Part no. A4475408347
Mercedes Vito W447 OM622 Engine Starter Wiring Harness A4475408347
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Part no. A2129001929
Mercedes W176 Keyless Control Module Unit ECU A2129001929
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Part no. A2139003217
Gearbox Module Mercedes W177 W205 W213 Control Unit ECU Automatic A2139003217
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Part no. A6269000000
Mercedes W205 C 200 d 626951 626.951 136HP Engine Unit ECU A6269000000 Automatic
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Part no. A2125458040
Bracket Holder Mercedes W204 W212 W222 Auxiliary Generator Battery A2125458040
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Part no. A2059006330
Mercedes W205 SAM Module Front Body Comfort Control Unit ECU A2059006330
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Part no. A2661538979-1
Mercedes W169 A150 W245 B150 Engine Control ECU Kit A2661538979 + Key Automatic
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Part no. A2048704626
Door Module Mercedes W204 Rear Right O/S Control Unit Module A2048704626
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Part no. A9075406749
Mercedes W907 Battery Electrical Ground Line Wire Earth Cable A9075406749
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Part no. A2075453840
Mercedes-Benz E W207 Cabrio A207 Exhaust BlueTec Control Unit Module Bracket
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Part no. A1695457740
Mercedes-Benz A B W169 W245 Bracket Starter Alternator Control Unit A1695457740
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Part no. A2128204926
Mercedes W212 Crash Impact Air Module Sensor Front Unit A2128204926
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Part no. A2075405105
Mercedes W204 C207 W212 Panoramic Sunroof Wiring Cable Harness A2075405105
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Part no. A0141540402
Alternator Mercedes W164 OM272 Engine Alternator 180A 14V Valeo A0141540402
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Part no. A2118209126
Mercedes-Benz C E Class W203 W211 Alarm Anti Theft System Control Module Unit
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Part no. A1695453740
Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 Fuse Box Unit Holder Bracket Frame A1695453740
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Part no. A0131546802
Alternator Generator Mercedes W204 W212 OM651 14V 180A Engine Electrical Unit
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Part no. A2075401650
Mercedes W204 Fuse Prefuse Box Relay Electrical Control Unit A2075401650
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Part no. A0045468240
Distributor Box Mercedes W204 W212 W906 Front Block Control Unit A0045468240
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Part no. A0009060401
Mercedes W204 OM651 14V 150A Alternator Generator Engine Start/Stop A0009060401
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Part no. A1679008812
Seat Module Mercedes W167 W177 W247 Control Unit ECU A1679008812
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Part no. A1725402513
Mercedes SLK R172 Rear Window Heating Cable Loom Heat Wiring Harness A1725402513
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Part no. A0015453716
Mercedes C209 Engine Kompressor 5 Speed Gearbox GSG Module Control A0015453716
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Part no. A6461505072-1
Mercedes W211 E220 CDI 646.821 170HP Engine ECU Kit A6461505072 Ignition + Key
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Part no. A4479000900
Mercedes Vito W447 Air Module Control Unit ECU 4479000900
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Part no. A1729006008
Mercedes W204 W212 W176 Media Interface Control Unit Module A1729006008
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Part no. A6519000601-1
Mercedes W906 313 CDI 651.955 129HP Diesel Engine ECU Key Lock Kit A6519000601
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Part no. A2059006013
Door Module Mercedes W205 Front Right O/S Door Control Module Unit A2059006013
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Part no. A2049012604
Mercedes W204 Parking Control Unit Module ECU A2049012604
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Part no. A2129006318
Door Module Mercedes W204 W212 Front Left N/S Control Unit Module A2129006318
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Part no. A2049003509
Mercedes W204 S204 Radio Head Unit Sat Nav CD Player 2049003509
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Part no. A6549003300
Mercedes W177 Glow Plug Relay Preglow Module Diesel OM654 A6549009900
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Part no. A6421509177
Merceedes W211 E280 CDI OM642.920 Engine Control Unit ECU Kit A6421509177 Key
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Part no. A1669004302
Mercedes W176 W246 Front Door Module Control Unit Module Right O/S A1669004302
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Part no. A1695400209
Mercedes W169 W245 Diesel Engine Starter Wiring Loom Cable A1695400209
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Part no. A6269060100
Starter Mercedes W205 Diesel OM626 Engine Starter Motor Bosch A6269060100
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Part no. A1698705894
Mercedes W169 W245 CD Player Radio Stereo Head Unit A1698705894
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Part no. A2034621130
Mercedes W203 Steering Column Lock Control Unit Module A2034621130
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Part no. A2059005713
Door Module Mercedes W205 Front Left N/S Door Control Module Unit A2059005713
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Part no. A1775455100
Mercedes W177 AMG Antenna Amplifier Control Unit Module A1775455100
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Part no. A1776204201
Mercedes C118 W177 W247 Battery Box Trim Housing Cover Support A1776204201
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Part no. A2045400010
Mercedes C207 Cable Wiring Power Steering Rack Loom Harness A2045400010
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Part no. A2078210411-1
Centre Console Connector Mercedes W204 W207 USB Port Socket Trim A2078210411
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Part no. A2135406631
Mercedes W213 Rear Door Wiring Harness Cable Left N/S A2135406631
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Part no. A2055401604
Mercedes W205 Battery Cable Wiring Harness Loom Petrol Hybrid A2055401604
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Part no. A1729008206
Interface Module Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Multimedia Control Unit A1729008206
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Part no. A1669008606
Seat Module Mercedes W176 W246 Front Left N/S Memory Control Unit A1669008606
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Part no. A1175450800
Negative Battery Terminal Mercedes C117 W176 W246 Lead Connector A1175450800
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Part no. A2189015200
Mercedes X218 Air Module Control Unit ECU Module A2189015200
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Part no. N000000003996
Mercedes Universal Fuse Relay Electrical Unit Set Bag N000000 003996
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Part no. A2038000178
Mercedes-Benz C CLK Class W203 C209 Vacuum Solenoid Valve A2038000178
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Part no. A2045409533
Mercedes W204 Door Wiring Front Right O/S Door Cable Harness A2045409533
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Part no. A2661540902
Alternator Generator Mercedes W169 W245 Engine 115A 14V A2661540902
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Part no. A2469002616
Mercedes W176 W246 PDC Parking Distance Sensor Control Unit Module A2469002616
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Part no. A2125405710
Mercedes W212 PDC Wiring Parktronic Parking Sensor Cable Rear A2125405710
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Part no. A2108207626
Mercedes-Benz C E W202 W210 Front Right Door O/S Control Module A2108207626
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Part no. A6261500075
Mercedes W205 Alternator Protective Cover Metal Sheet A6261500075
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Part no. A0055421218
Crash Sensor Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Impact Airbag Unit Module A0055421218
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Part no. A2215400850
Mercedes W221 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit Module A2215400850
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Part no. A2229002112
Door Module Mercedes W205 GLC C253 Control Unit Rear Right O/S A2229002112
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Part no. A2385452700
Mercedes C238 Rear Control Unit Module Bracket Holder Trim Panel A2385452700
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Part no. A1715450032
Mercedes SLK R171 PDC Parking Distance Control Unit Module Sensor A1715450032
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Part no. A2129008825
Mercedes C204 Fuse Box Control Unit SAM Module Relay A2129008825
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Part no. A1697220180
Mercedes-Benz A-Class W169 Door Plug Cover Trim Insert Blank Seal A1697220180
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Part no. A2469017000
Mercedes W176 Windscreen Rain Sensor Unit Module A2469017000
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Part no. 8589948
BMW G20 G21 Positive Battery Cable Wiring Loom 8589948
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Part no. A2038270642
Mercedes-Benz CLC-Class CL203 Antenna Amplifier Rear Right O/S A2038270642
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Part no. A2189009003
Mercedes CLS C218 Front Headlight Xenon Ballast Control Module Unit A2189009003
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Fuel Pump Module Mercedes W176 W204 C207 W212 W246 Control Unit ECU A0009001704
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Part no. A1729006609-2
Mercedes SLK R172 Radio CD Player Sat Nav Comand Head Unit A1729006609
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Part no. A9064461442
Mercedes Sprinter W906 ECU Control Unit Sensor Module A9064461442
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Part no. A1665400841
Ground Line Mercedes ML W166 Battery Earth Negative Cable Wire A1665400841
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Part no. A1645403572-1
Mercedes W164 W251 Fuse Box Relay Module Control Unit A1645403572
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Mercedes W212 OM651 Alternator Support Bracket Belt Tensioner Holder A6512011909
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Mercedes W176 W246 Roof Towing Alarm Sensor Switch Module A1728208710
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Mercedes W203 CL203 Roof Alarm Motion Sensor Cover Trim Black A2038219751
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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 .