BMW E60 E63 E87 E90 E91 Relay Make Contact Orange 1378238

BMW E60 E63 E87 E90 E91 Relay Make Contact Orange is an original component from the Relays group, used in many popular BMW models. Thanks to its factory origin and precise construction, it ensures stable control of electrical circuits, which translates into safe and predictable operation of the vehicle's electrical system. The characteristic orange housing makes it easy to identify the relay in the fuse and module box.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1378238
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1378238
• Substitutable numbers: 61368373700, 8373700, 61319057005613113782971263171497661368366600, 9057005137829717149768366600, 61361378238126317354246131145957761311350315, 1378238173542414595771350315, 613601412296131137830161360153636, 014122913783010153636, 0332019456, 61361378238, 1378238, 61311378297, 1378297, 61311350315, 1350315, 61368366600, 8366600, 12631735424, 1735424, 61319057005, 9057005, 12631714976, 1714976, 61311378301, 1378301
• Color: Orange
• Category: Relays

Application of the relay in the BMW electrical system

The presented Tyco relay is a component designed for use in the BMW electrical system, where it is responsible for switching selected circuits under load. In typical applications, it can handle, among others, power supply circuits for modules, comfort receivers, or selected auxiliary systems, relieving the main switches and control electronics.

Due to its design in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's standards, the relay is compatible with the factory wiring harness and sockets in fuse boxes, which reduces the risk of overheating contacts and poor connection.

Construction and technical features

The orange housing is made of durable plastic that withstands typical operating conditions in the engine compartment or inside the vehicle. The contacts used are adapted for repeated switching cycles, which is important for frequent relay operation in city traffic.

Key functional features include:

• compact form facilitating installation in densely packed relay boxes,
• standard terminals matched to sockets used in BMW,
• maintenance of electrical parameters in accordance with vehicle system requirements.

These properties make the Tyco relay a practical service solution when replacing worn or damaged control components.

Benefits of using an original BMW relay

Using an original relay instead of a worn-out component allows for restoring the proper operation of circuits without interfering with the electrical wiring. This is particularly important in modern BMW models, where voltage stability and reliable circuit switching affect the operation of many comfort and safety modules.

The most important advantages include:

• factory fit for BMW sockets and electrical systems,
• reduction of the risk of random power interruptions to receivers,
• possibility of use as a service part in a wide range of models,
• easy identification thanks to the characteristic housing color.

Condition and service purpose

The offered relay is a used component, which makes it a reasonable choice for economical repair of the electrical system in older BMW models. It can be used both as a replacement part during routine maintenance and as a spare service component, prepared in case of failure of an existing relay.

Compatibility and part selection

The Tyco relay from this offer has an assigned OEM part number and a set of interchangeable numbers, which facilitates its identification in BMW catalogs and comparison with the element installed in the vehicle. When selecting, it is recommended to verify compatibility according to the part number and compare the shape of the housing and the pin layout with the currently used relay.

Such an approach minimizes the risk of installing an incorrect component and allows for maintaining the consistency of electrical parameters throughout the vehicle's system.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the electrical system area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as control relays, power relays, or auxiliary relays, check the available parts in the BMW Relays category.

For drivers interested in a broader context of using original, used components in premium cars, an article describing how to maintain the brand's character while optimizing service costs may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain the brand's DNA?.