Automotive electrical systems

At 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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BMW E39 E46 X5 E53 X3 E83 EWS IV Control Unit Modul 6988104

Part no. 6988104-1

BMW E39 E46 X5 E53 X3 E83 EWS IV Control Unit Modul 6988104

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Mercedes-Benz A B E W176 W212 W246 Fuel Pump Module Control Unit A0009006207

Part no. A0009006207

Mercedes-Benz A B E W176 W212 W246 Fuel Pump Module Control Unit A0009006207

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BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Wiring Loom Cable Front Door Left Passenger Side 6938217

Part no. 6938217

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Wiring Loom Cable Front Door Left Passenger Side 6938217

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Body Control Unit BMW E46 E83 Basic Module GM5 Star12 6963026

Part no. 6963026

Body Control Unit BMW E46 E83 Basic Module GM5 Star12 6963026

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BMW E60 E61 CCC CD Professional Navigation System Controller Control Unit

Part no. 6974913

BMW E60 E61 CCC CD Professional Navigation System Controller Control Unit

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BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 325D M57N2 Diesel Automatic Engine Wiring Loom Harness

Part no. rhd-7801103

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 325D M57N2 Diesel Automatic Engine Wiring Loom Harness

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BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Module Control Unit FEM 9324784

Part no. 9324784

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 F36 Module Control Unit FEM 9324784

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LED Module BMW F20 F21 LCI Headlight Front Lamp Headlamp 7428425

Part no. 7428425

LED Module BMW F20 F21 LCI Headlight Front Lamp Headlamp 7428425

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BMW F20 CD DAB Radio Bluetooth Head Unit 9331207

Part no. 9331207

BMW F20 CD DAB Radio Bluetooth Head Unit 9331207

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BMW E87 E90 F20 F30 Engine Starter Motor Actuator N47 N47N Diesel 8570238

Part no. 8570238

BMW E87 E90 F20 F30 Engine Starter Motor Actuator N47 N47N Diesel 8570238

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Mini R56 High SPEG DC/DC Fuse Distribution Box H3 3453739

Part no. 3453739

Mini R56 High SPEG DC/DC Fuse Distribution Box H3 3453739

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BMW X5 E70 LCI X6 E71 F01 F02 Starter Motor N57 Engine 8515900

Part no. 8515900

BMW X5 E70 LCI X6 E71 F01 F02 Starter Motor N57 Engine 8515900

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BMW E87 E90 N45 116i Engine Control Unit DME 12147550688 7550688

Part no. 7550688

BMW E87 E90 N45 116i Engine Control Unit DME 12147550688 7550688

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BMW F10 F11 Active Pedestrian Protection PTS Front Bumper Sensor Unit 9241032

Part no. 9241032

BMW F10 F11 Active Pedestrian Protection PTS Front Bumper Sensor Unit 9241032

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BMW E90 Light Module ECU 61359128183 9128183 9128223 PL2FRMFA

Part no. 9128183

BMW E90 Light Module ECU 61359128183 9128183 9128223 PL2FRMFA

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BMW 1 3 5 7 X1 X5 X6 Series E60 E61 E65 E66 E67 E70 E71 E81 E87 E90 Alarm Siren

Part no. 6948392-3

BMW 1 3 5 7 X1 X5 X6 Series E60 E61 E65 E66 E67 E70 E71 E81 E87 E90 Alarm Siren

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Mini Cooper One R56 High PL3 SPEG H4 Relay Fuse Distribution Box 3457413

Part no. 3457413

Mini Cooper One R56 High PL3 SPEG H4 Relay Fuse Distribution Box 3457413

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BMW E81 E82 E87 Xenon Headlight Light Ballast Control Unit 89034934

Part no. 7180050

BMW E81 E82 E87 Xenon Headlight Light Ballast Control Unit 89034934

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Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Air Intake Silencer Filter Box 1477831

Part no. 1477831-1

Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Air Intake Silencer Filter Box 1477831

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BMW F01 F02 F03 F10 LCI X3 F25 Control Unit Rear Function Module 7327886

Part no. 7394649

BMW F01 F02 F03 F10 LCI X3 F25 Control Unit Rear Function Module 7327886

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BMW E87 Light Module ECU PL2 FRMFA 61359128183 9128183 9128223

Part no. 9128183-1

BMW E87 Light Module ECU PL2 FRMFA 61359128183 9128183 9128223

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BMW 1 3 X5 Series E53 E81 E87 E90 LCI Battery Mounting Bracket Clamp Bolt Holder

Part no. 7631587

BMW 1 3 X5 Series E53 E81 E87 E90 LCI Battery Mounting Bracket Clamp Bolt Holder

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BMW E87 ECU Body Control Module L2 ECU Junction Box 6971961

Part no. 6971961

BMW E87 ECU Body Control Module L2 ECU Junction Box 6971961

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Fuel Pump Module BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 N13 Petrol Control Unit 7447895

Part no. 7447895

Fuel Pump Module BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 N13 Petrol Control Unit 7447895

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Positive Battery Cable BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F82 M4 Plus Pole Power Red 9259425

Part no. 9259425-2

Positive Battery Cable BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F82 M4 Plus Pole Power Red 9259425

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Mercedes W906 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit Electric Module A9065454701

Part no. A9065454701

Mercedes W906 Fuse Box Relay Control Unit Electric Module A9065454701

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Fuse Box Mercedes W169 W245 Electrical Relay Control Unit A1695450540

Part no. A1695450540

Fuse Box Mercedes W169 W245 Electrical Relay Control Unit A1695450540

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BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Footwell Light Control Module LCM LED Basis 9230448

Part no. 9230448

BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Footwell Light Control Module LCM LED Basis 9230448

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BMW X3 X5 Z4 E46 E53 E83 E85 Switch Cluster Steering Column 8376443

Part no. 8376443

BMW X3 X5 Z4 E46 E53 E83 E85 Switch Cluster Steering Column 8376443

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BMW E93 Air Module Control Unit Module ECU 9165624

Part no. 9165624

BMW E93 Air Module Control Unit Module ECU 9165624

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BMW 1 Series E81 NSW ECU Light Module Footwell Module PL2 FRM II 9175650

Part no. 9175650

BMW 1 Series E81 NSW ECU Light Module Footwell Module PL2 FRM II 9175650

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BMW F30 F80 M3 Rear Third Stoplamp Stop Lamp Brake Cover Trim 7259877

Part no. 7259877-1

BMW F30 F80 M3 Rear Third Stoplamp Stop Lamp Brake Cover Trim 7259877

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Mercedes W212 Fuel Pump Module Control Unit A2129000306

Part no. A2129000306

Mercedes W212 Fuel Pump Module Control Unit A2129000306

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BMW E87 E90 E91 E92 Front Power Distribution Fuse Box 6906622

Part no. 6978271

BMW E87 E90 E91 E92 Front Power Distribution Fuse Box 6906622

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BMW E60 E61 X3 E83 Front PDC Parking Sensor Silver Grey Silbergrau - A08

Part no. 6989112

BMW E60 E61 X3 E83 Front PDC Parking Sensor Silver Grey Silbergrau - A08

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Mini R50 R52 R53 Radio Boost CD Player Head Unit 9142414

Part no. 9142414

Mini R50 R52 R53 Radio Boost CD Player Head Unit 9142414

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BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Business Navigation Sat Nav Head Unit Player 9365833

Part no. 9381299

BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Business Navigation Sat Nav Head Unit Player 9365833

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BMW E87 Body Control Module Unit L2 ECU 6983305 61356983305

Part no. 6983305

BMW E87 Body Control Module Unit L2 ECU 6983305 61356983305

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BMW X1 F40 F48 Mini F54 F60 USB Bush Dual Double Socket Plug 8711938

Part no. 8711938

BMW X1 F40 F48 Mini F54 F60 USB Bush Dual Double Socket Plug 8711938

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BMW 1 3 5 Series E60 E87 E90 CAS 3 ECU Control Unit Key Reading Module 6943814

Part no. 6943814

BMW 1 3 5 Series E60 E87 E90 CAS 3 ECU Control Unit Key Reading Module 6943814

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BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Positive Battery Lead Distribution Box Cable Rear

Part no. 9125036

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Positive Battery Lead Distribution Box Cable Rear

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Mini Cooper R56 LCI High SPEG PL3 H4 Fuse Distribution Box 3455439

Part no. 3455439

Mini Cooper R56 LCI High SPEG PL3 H4 Fuse Distribution Box 3455439

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BMW E60 E63 E64 KBM Basis Body Control Module ECU Control Unit 9176069

Part no. 9176069

BMW E60 E63 E64 KBM Basis Body Control Module ECU Control Unit 9176069

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4 x BMW 1 3 E81 E87 E90 E91 PDC Set Parking Sensor Front Rear Titansilber Silver

Part no. 6935597-2

4 x BMW 1 3 E81 E87 E90 E91 PDC Set Parking Sensor Front Rear Titansilber Silver

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BMW E53 E60 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 Bulb Holder Turn Indicator 7160897

Part no. 7160897-1

BMW E53 E60 E65 E81 E87 E90 E91 Bulb Holder Turn Indicator 7160897

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Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 W10 1.6 Petrol Engine Starter Motor 7570488

Part no. 7570488

Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 W10 1.6 Petrol Engine Starter Motor 7570488

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BMW E87 LCI E90 Professional Navigation Connecting Cable 6935686

Part no. 6935686

BMW E87 LCI E90 Professional Navigation Connecting Cable 6935686

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BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Negative Battery Cable Minus Pole IBS 6970685

Part no. 6970685

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Negative Battery Cable Minus Pole IBS 6970685

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Mini Cooper R50 R52 Power Steering Pump Power Cables 7530354

Part no. 7530354

Mini Cooper R50 R52 Power Steering Pump Power Cables 7530354

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BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 E91 Mini R56 R57 Seat Control Unit Module Heating 6926433

Part no. 6926433

BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 E91 Mini R56 R57 Seat Control Unit Module Heating 6926433

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BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Radio Professional CD Audio Player 9199439

Part no. 9199439

BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Radio Professional CD Audio Player 9199439

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BMW F15 F16 F31 F36 Module Control Unit Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Lift 7384722

Part no. 7412610

BMW F15 F16 F31 F36 Module Control Unit Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Lift 7384722

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Mini R56 Footwell Light Module Control Unit ECU PL3 FRM II High EKS 3455701

Part no. 3455701

Mini R56 Footwell Light Module Control Unit ECU PL3 FRM II High EKS 3455701

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BMW E61 E61N LCI Antenna Amplifier Diversity 868 MHZ 9183564 6985531 6934478

Part no. 9183564

BMW E61 E61N LCI Antenna Amplifier Diversity 868 MHZ 9183564 6985531 6934478

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Mini Cooper Countryman R60 Fuse Distribution Box Module 9812535

Part no. 9812535

Mini Cooper Countryman R60 Fuse Distribution Box Module 9812535

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Mini Cooper One R56 LCI Footwell Light Module High EKS ECU PL3 FRM3R 3456588

Part no. 3456588

Mini Cooper One R56 LCI Footwell Light Module High EKS ECU PL3 FRM3R 3456588

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Switch Cluster BMW E82 E88 E90 LCi Cruise Control Stalk Unit 9110882

Part no. 9110882

Switch Cluster BMW E82 E88 E90 LCi Cruise Control Stalk Unit 9110882

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Bluetooth Control Unit BMW E60 E87 E90 Telematics Module ECU 9224422

Part no. 9224422

Bluetooth Control Unit BMW E60 E87 E90 Telematics Module ECU 9224422

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BMW E92 ECU Body Control Module Junction Box L1 PL2 JBBFE 9134483

Part no. 9134483

BMW E92 ECU Body Control Module Junction Box L1 PL2 JBBFE 9134483

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BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Aerial Base Roof Antenna 6920279

Part no. 6920279

BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Aerial Base Roof Antenna 6920279

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BMW E60 E61 E63 E65 Amplifier Stereo HiFi Harman/Becker 6920461

Part no. 6920461

BMW E60 E61 E63 E65 Amplifier Stereo HiFi Harman/Becker 6920461

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BMW E92 LCI Footwell Xenon Light Control Module Lear FRM3R PL2 9263798

Part no. 9263798

BMW E92 LCI Footwell Xenon Light Control Module Lear FRM3R PL2 9263798

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BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61 E63 E64 Micro Power Control Module MPM ECU 9266274

Part no. 9266274

BMW 5 6 Series E60 E61 E63 E64 Micro Power Control Module MPM ECU 9266274

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BMW E81 E90 E91 E60 LCI Petrol Alternator Generator 180A 7550968

Part no. 7555926

BMW E81 E90 E91 E60 LCI Petrol Alternator Generator 180A 7550968

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BMW 3 E91 ECU Body Control Module M Junction Box PL2RR JBBFE IIIR 9329800

Part no. 9329800

BMW 3 E91 ECU Body Control Module M Junction Box PL2RR JBBFE IIIR 9329800

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BMW E60 E81 E87 LCI E90 Hands Free Bluetooth Module High MULF2 9229740

Part no. 9229740

BMW E60 E81 E87 LCI E90 Hands Free Bluetooth Module High MULF2 9229740

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BMW 5 Series E60 E60N E61 E61N LCI Airbag ECU Control Unit Module

Part no. 9145401

BMW 5 Series E60 E60N E61 E61N LCI Airbag ECU Control Unit Module

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BMW X5 Series E70 ECU Body Control Module Junction Box High PL4 JBBFEII 9172364

Part no. 9172364

BMW X5 Series E70 ECU Body Control Module Junction Box High PL4 JBBFEII 9172364

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Relay Mercedes W203 W204 W212 W639 W906 4-Pin Grey Hella 12V A0025422619

Part no. A0025422619-1

Relay Mercedes W203 W204 W212 W639 W906 4-Pin Grey Hella 12V A0025422619

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BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87N Positive Battery Lead Cable 61126929715 6929715

Part no. 6929715

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87N Positive Battery Lead Cable 61126929715 6929715

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BMW 3 5 Series Mini Cooper E60 E93 R55 R56 R60 IBS Negative Battery Lead

Part no. 9184203

BMW 3 5 Series Mini Cooper E60 E93 R55 R56 R60 IBS Negative Battery Lead

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BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Intake Silencer Air Filter Box 1477831

Part no. 1477831

BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 Intake Silencer Air Filter Box 1477831

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CAS2 Module BMW E87 E90 CAS2 ECU Comfort Control Unit 61356964051 6964051

Part no. 6964051

CAS2 Module BMW E87 E90 CAS2 ECU Comfort Control Unit 61356964051 6964051

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MINI Cooper One R50 R53 Wave Radio Cassette Headunit Tape Player 6921593

Part no. 6921593

MINI Cooper One R50 R53 Wave Radio Cassette Headunit Tape Player 6921593

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Light Module BMW E90 LCI ECU LED NSW Control Unit PL2 FRM II 9204532

Part no. 9204532-1

Light Module BMW E90 LCI ECU LED NSW Control Unit PL2 FRM II 9204532

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BMW E60 E61 E90 E91 On-board Navigation Display Monitor Screen 6,5"

Part no. 6945661

BMW E60 E61 E90 E91 On-board Navigation Display Monitor Screen 6,5"

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Battery Cable BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 IBS Negative Battery Lead Cable 9164357

Part no. 7603567-1

Battery Cable BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 IBS Negative Battery Lead Cable 9164357

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Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Engine Alternator Generator Petrol 120A

Part no. 7615484

Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Engine Alternator Generator Petrol 120A

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BMW X5 E53 E81 E87 E90 LCI Battery Mounting Bracket Bolt Holder

Part no. 7631587-1

BMW X5 E53 E81 E87 E90 LCI Battery Mounting Bracket Bolt Holder

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BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Body Control Unit Basic Module BCM 6935645

Part no. 6935645

BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Body Control Unit Basic Module BCM 6935645

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BMW E90 E91 E92 LCI AUX USB Lead Cable Wire 6940236

Part no. 6940236

BMW E90 E91 E92 LCI AUX USB Lead Cable Wire 6940236

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BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 LCi Parking Control Module Unit PDC 6982391

Part no. 6982391

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 LCi Parking Control Module Unit PDC 6982391

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BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Control Unit Module Transfer Box 7569969

Part no. 7569969

BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Control Unit Module Transfer Box 7569969

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BMW E92 Xenon Footwell Light Module Control Unit ECU FRMFA 9133281

Part no. 9133281

BMW E92 Xenon Footwell Light Module Control Unit ECU FRMFA 9133281

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BMW F10 F11 Pedestrian Protection Sensor F-Optic Control Unit 9318777

Part no. 9318777

BMW F10 F11 Pedestrian Protection Sensor F-Optic Control Unit 9318777

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Mercedes W204 W212 W222 Auxiliary Additional Generator Battery A0009827008

Part no. A0009827008

Mercedes W204 W212 W222 Auxiliary Additional Generator Battery A0009827008

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Mercedes W205 W213 Actuator Drive Exhaust Flap Control Unit A2139068601

Part no. A2139068601

Mercedes W205 W213 Actuator Drive Exhaust Flap Control Unit A2139068601

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BMW E60 IBS Negative Battery Lead Cable Connector 6944687

Part no. 6940698

BMW E60 IBS Negative Battery Lead Cable Connector 6944687

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BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 CAS 3 Key Reading Module Control Unit ECU 9147196

Part no. 9147196

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 CAS 3 Key Reading Module Control Unit ECU 9147196

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Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Sensor For Pedestrian Protection PTS 9337656

Part no. 9337656

Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Sensor For Pedestrian Protection PTS 9337656

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BMW E60 E90 Dashboard Dash Onboard Monitor Display Screen 8.8" CCC

Part no. 9151979

BMW E60 E90 Dashboard Dash Onboard Monitor Display Screen 8.8" CCC

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Stereo Head Unit Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Radio Boost CD Player 3453634

Part no. 3453634

Stereo Head Unit Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Radio Boost CD Player 3453634

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PDC Parking Sensor BMW X5 E70 F10 F11 F12 Ultrasonic Sensor Space Grey 9231283

Part no. 9233034-SCG

PDC Parking Sensor BMW X5 E70 F10 F11 F12 Ultrasonic Sensor Space Grey 9231283

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Body Control Unit BMW E46 Z8 E52 E83 Module GM5 Star12 LIN High 6963338

Part no. 6963338

Body Control Unit BMW E46 Z8 E52 E83 Module GM5 Star12 LIN High 6963338

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Mini R50 R53 Body Control Unit Basic Module Controller BCM BC1RD 6934293

Part no. 6934293

Mini R50 R53 Body Control Unit Basic Module Controller BCM BC1RD 6934293

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BMW 3 X3 X5 E70 E91 E83 1 Sunroof Sliding Roof Drive Unit Motor Actuator 6922652

Part no. 6922652-1

BMW 3 X3 X5 E70 E91 E83 1 Sunroof Sliding Roof Drive Unit Motor Actuator 6922652

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BMW Z4 F30 F31 E89 Headlight Ballast Control Unit Xenon Light 7296090

Part no. 7296090

BMW Z4 F30 F31 E89 Headlight Ballast Control Unit Xenon Light 7296090

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BMW E83 Light Control Module Lear LM MAN.LWR 3413318 61313413318

Part no. 3413318

BMW E83 Light Control Module Lear LM MAN.LWR 3413318 61313413318

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BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F82 M4 Positive Battery Cable Plus Pole 9259425

Part no. 9259425

BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F82 M4 Positive Battery Cable Plus Pole 9259425

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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.
  1. Electronic control modules and controllers – They control and manage the operation of various vehicle systems, such as the engine, air conditioning and ABS.
  2. Alternators and generators – Responsible for generating electricity and charging the battery while the engine is running.
  3. Parts for alternators and generators – Including voltage regulators, brushes and bearings that ensure proper operation of the alternator.
  4. Starters – Key components of the starting system that enable the engine to be started.
  5. Starter parts – Including bendixes, rotors and solenoids necessary for the proper operation of the starter.
  6. Batteries – They store the electrical energy necessary to start the engine and power on-board systems.
  7. Wires, harnesses and connectors – They transmit energy and electrical signals between various vehicle systems.
  8. Fuses and fuse boxes – Protect the electrical system against overloads and short circuits.
  9. 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:

SymptomPossible causeItem to check
Difficulty starting the engineWorn out starter or batteryStarter motor, battery
Dimming the lightsInefficient alternatorAlternator, voltage regulator
Electric windows not workingDamaged relays or harnessRelays, 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

  1. Measure the battery voltage with a multimeter – the resting value should be approximately 12.6 V.
  2. Check the charging voltage with the engine running – the correct range is 13.8–14.5 V.
  3. Assess the condition of the wires and terminals – lack of corrosion and a firm seat are essential.
  4. 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

QuestionAnswer
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 .

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