Automotive electrical systems
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Part no. 9232896
Dashboard Monitor BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Onboard Display Screen 8,8" 9232896
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Part no. 6832924
BMW 4 Series F33 F83 M4 Switch Folding Top Sliding Up Down Roof 9366374
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Part no. 9287433
BMW F21 F22 Wiring Loom Door Drivers Side Front Right O/S 9340973
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Part no. 9130313
BMW 3 Series E93 E93N LCI Cabrio Battery Cable Plus Pole 9130313
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Part no. 6994555
Camera Module BMW F10 F20 F12 F87 Reversing Camera Rear View Control 6994555
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Part no. 2240943
BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI MINI R52 Rear Bumper PDC Ultrasonic Sensor Hot Orange
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Part no. 6855995
Control Unit Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 ECU ICM Plus 6855995
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Part no. 6955004
BMW 1 Series E87 ECU Body Control Module PL2 JBBFE 61356955004 6955004
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Part no. 9203081
BMW E63 Light Control Unit Module LCM LM II E6X LWR 9203081
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Part no. 9224866
BMW 1 3 4 Series F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Power Distribution Fuse Box Front 9224879
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Part no. 6940624
BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Ultrasonic-sensor PDC Arktis Metallic A34 6940624
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Part no. 9143156
BMW E90 LCI Amplifier Hifi Speaker System Control Unit Module 9143156 6960925
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Part no. 7811701-3
BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 118d 318d N47 Diesel ECU KIT DDE 7811701 CAS3 + Key Manual
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Part no. 9122274
BMW E60 E61 LCI Front Cables Set Wiring PDC Parking Sensor Bumper 9122274
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Part no. 6909776
BMW X5 Series E53 Control Element Light Switch 6909776
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Part no. 6977398
BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61 E63 R55 R56 Sensor B-pillar Airbag 65776977398 6977398
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Part no. 411033
iPod Most Interface BMW E60 E65 E81 E87 E90 Module Alpine 0411033
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£13.25
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Part no. 9252636
BMW X1 E84 PDC Sensor Parking Control Module Unit ECU 9225822
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£142.95
£121.51
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Part no. 9251702
BMW 1 2 3 Series F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 Connecting Wire Sat Nav Champ/Mask-CID
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£24.61
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Part no. 9395176
FEM Module BMW F20 F22 F30 F32 ECU Control Unit Fuse Box 9395176
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£113.95
£68.37
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Part no. 6960433
BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 E90 E91 FBAS Analog Video Module Unit 6960433
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Part no. 9273628
BMW F11 Touring Light Control Footwell Module Unit ECU FRM III 9273628
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Part no. 9151979-1
BMW E60 E90 Dashboard Dash Onboard Display Monitor Screen Display 8.8" CCC
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Part no. 6956744
BMW 1 3 Series E81 E82 E87 E88 E90 E91 Ultrasonic Sensor PDC Sydney Blue 6956744
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Part no. 9149615
BMW E61 E65 E70 Telemetics Control Unit Bluetooth Control Unit Module 9149615
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Part no. 8379766
BMW E65 E90 E91 E92 E93 Auto Boot Release Switch Tailgate 8379766
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Part no. 6882971
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 ECU ICM Plus Control Unit Module Air 6882971
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Part no. 9189906-1
BMW E88 E93 Air Module Control Unit ECU 9189906
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Part no. 9229880
BMW E88 Cabrio ECU Body Control Module H3 Junction Box 9229880
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Part no. 9116255
BMW E60 E61 Touring Light Module Control Unit ECU LM MAN.LWR 9116255
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Part no. 9319492
Air Module BMW X3 F25 F10 F11 F12 F13 ECU Control ECU Unit 9319492
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Part no. 9329703
BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Rear Body Control Unit Module REM 9329703
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£16.11
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Part no. 2622598
BMW F20 F21 F23 F30 F31 F32 Telematics Control Unit Module ATM ECE 4G 2622598
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£56.95
£48.41
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Part no. 8506438-1
BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 E91 120d 320d N47 177HP ECU KIT DDE 8506438 CAS 3 Key
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£137.66
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Part no. 6928944
BMW X3 Series E83 Battery Positive Cable Fuse Box 61136928944 6928944
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£13.25
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Part no. 9200503
BMW E60 LCI F01 F07 F10 ECU USB Hub Control Unit Module 9200503
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Part no. 9274570
BMW F20 Head Unit Navigation GPS Sat Nav Infotainment DAB High F10 F30 9274570
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£56.97
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Part no. 9237539
BMW 1 2 Series 1 F20 F21 F22 Central Information Display Screen 6,5" 9237539
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Part no. 7473684
Door Cable BMW F25 F26 Right O/S Wiring Loom Harness Handle Light Lamp 7252538
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Part no. 9142218
BMW X3 E83 LCI PDC Parking Ultrasonic Sensor Silver Grey 9142218 9139866
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£13.25
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Part no. 7806976-1
BMW X5 E70 3.0d M57N2 235HP Engine Control Unit ECU KIT DDE 7806976 Automatic
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£284.95
£242.21
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Part no. rhd-7529732
BMW 5 Series E60 E61 520i 525i 530i M54 Petrol Engine Coils Wire Loom 7529732
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£13.25
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Part no. 9317174
BMW F30 REM Rear Electronic Module Fuse Box Control Unit V2 9317174
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£18.95
£16.11
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Part no. 6957348
BMW 6 Series E63 E64 F06 F12 F13 Aerial Antenna Amplifier Module Right O/S
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£13.25
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Part no. 9227500
BMW E81 E87 E88 E90 E91 LCI Radio Business CD Player 9227500
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£32.95
£19.77
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Part no. RHD-7549246
BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 116i 316i Engine Wiring Loom Harness 7545163 7549246
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Part no. 6985363
BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 Body Gateway Module 61356985363 6985363
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£13.25
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Part no. 9215184
BMW E60 E87 E90 E91 Hands Free Electronics Charging Module MULF2 9215184
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Part no. 8583657-1
BMW F20 E90 LCI Mini R56 LCI Glow Plug Wiring Wiring Harness Engine Module
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Part no. rhd-7536691
BMW 5 6 7 X5 Series E53 E60 E61 E65 E70 Petrol N62 Engine Starter Motor 7536691
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£14.20
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Part no. 7621178-1
BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 N43 118i 318i ECU Kit DME CAS3 Key 7621178 Manual
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£142.95
£121.51
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Part no. 9159041
BMW E90 E91 E92 Professional CCC Navigation System Controller 9159041
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£237.95
£202.26
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Part no. 9258350
Air Module BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 Control Unit ECU 9258350
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Part no. 9159311
BMW 5 Series F10 F11 Mini R55 R56 R57 Door Sensor Airbag 9159311
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£13.25
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Part no. 9346799
BMW F01 F02 LCI F10 Diversity Aerial Antenna Amplifier DAB 9346799
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£23.95
£20.36
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Part no. 9311850
BMW 1 3 Series F20 F21 F30 F31 Control Unit Air Conditioning A/C Module 9311850
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£13.25
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Part no. 9251984
BMW F10 F11 F20 F21 F30 Control Unit Module Voltage Transformer VSU180 9233143
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£13.25
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Part no. 7849627
BMW F80 M3 F82 M4 Engine Valvetronic Wiring Cable Loom Harness 7849627
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£18.95
£16.11
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Part no. 9262753
BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 Dashboard Central Information Display Screen 6,5" 9262753
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£28.95
£24.61
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Part no. 9130047
BMW E92 F32 E61 LCPA Seat Belt Module ECU
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£13.25
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Part no. 6854856
BMW F10 F11 F12 EMF Module Parking Brake Unit Electric Control 6854856
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Part no. 6946400
BMW E60 E61 Air Module ECU Control Unit Centre Sensor 6946400 6963024 6952993
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Part no. 6901469-2
3X Relay BMW E60 E87 E90 F10 F30 4 Pin Tyco Set Black 6901469
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Part no. 9115449
BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Power Junction Box Positive Battery Cable Plus Pole 9115449
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£28.95
£17.37
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Part no. 6938221
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Wiring Loom Front Door Left Passenger Side 6938221
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£13.95
£13.25
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Part no. 9113064
BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Centre Console Switch Cluster Control Unit ECU 9113064
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£13.25
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Part no. 130002618
BMW X3 X5 E53 E83 Front Seat Adjustment Actuator Drive CRH 1-1968-01
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Part no. 7160897
BMW X5 E53 E60 E61 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 Turn Indicator Silver Bulb 7160897
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Part no. 9192641
BMW 5 Series E60 LCI Light Module Control Unit ECU Lear LM II E6X LWR 9192641
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Part no. 7599881-2
BMW E87 LCI E90 118i 318i N43 143HP ECU KIT DME 7599881 CAS3 + Key Automatic
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Part no. 9270500-SCH
BMW X3 Series E83 LCI Front PDC Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Black 9270500
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Part no. 9138430
BMW X3 Z4 E83 E85 E86 Radio Business CD Player 9138430
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£85.95
£73.06
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Part no. rhd-3451585
BMW X3 E83 Instrument Cluster Speedo Clocks Automatic 3451585
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£18.95
£16.11
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Part no. 9197354
BMW X1 X3 E84 F25 Cigarette Lighter Socket With Cable 9197354
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Part no. 6977759
BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 6-disc CD Changer With Magazine 6977759
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£28.01
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Part no. 7182396
BMW X5 E70 E90 E91 LCI Control Unit Xenon Adaptive Headlight 7189311
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£36.51
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Part no. 9177987
BMW E91 ECU Body Control Module H4 Electronic Box 61359177987 9177987
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£14.37
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Part no. 9134661
BMW E87 E90 E91 E92 Seat Control Unit Module ECU 9134661
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Part no. 9267514
BMW F10 F11 F12 Central Gateway Module ECU Control Unit Lear ZGW-02 High 9267514
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Part no. 9273629
BMW F11 Footwell Light Module ECU Control Unit FRM III TEMIC 9273629
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Part no. 6982652
BMW 1 Series E82 E88 Positive Battery Lead Cable Wire 61126982652 6982652
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Part no. 9225022
BMW 2 3 4 Series F22 F30 F31 F32 Battery Power B+ Distribution Box 9225022
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Part no. 9149843
BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 Hands-Free Bluetooth Module High MULF2 9149843
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Part no. 6927572
BMW X3 E83 Z4 E85 Wiring Seat Occupancy Cable 6927572
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Part no. 9177773
BMW F01 F07 F10 F11 Battery Power B+ Distribution Box Rear 9177773
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Part no. 9266409
Gateway Module BMW F10 F11 Central Module Control Unit Lear ZGW-02 9266409
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Part no. 9251748
BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 LCI Combox Telematics Module Navigation 9251748
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£113.95
£68.37
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Part no. rhd-7570588
BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 116i 316i N45N Wiring Harness Injection Valve Ignition Loom
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Part no. 7649087
BMW F20 LCI N20 F22 N26 Wiring Loom Harness Engine Module Ignition
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£13.25
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Part no. 6864204
ICM Module BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Control Unit 6864204
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Part no. 9159813
BMW E81 Light Module NSW Footwell Module PL2 FRM II 9159813
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Part no. 9153802
BMW X5 E70 Footwell Light Module Control Unit ECU FRM II NSW Lear 9153802
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Part no. 9249083
BMW E91 LCI Footwell Light Control Module LCM LED Basis 9249083
£56.95
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Part no. 9247472
BMW E87 LCI ECU Body Control Module Junction Box H2 PL2RR 9247472
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Part no. 9240532
BMW E90 LCI Footwell Light Control Module Lear FRM3R PL2 LED 9240532
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Part no. 9234087
BMW E70 F01 F02 F10 F11 Rain / Light / Solar Fogging Sensor Control Unit 9234087
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Part no. 9261111
BMW 1 3 4 Series F20 F21 F30 F31 F32 Power Distribution Fuse Box Rear 9261111
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Part no. 6957123
BMW 3 Series E92 Front Left N/S Door Wiring Cables Harness Loom 6957123
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Part no. 3452285
BMW X3 Series E83 Boardmonitor Central Information Display Screen 6,5"
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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 .