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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€28.95

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Shift Paddle Mercedes W204 W212 Steering Wheel Left N/S Lower Gear A2185400662

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Mercedes W415 Power Window Switch Regulation Front Right Door O/S A4157200048

€45.95

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€23.95

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€80.95

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€37.95

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€37.95

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Mercedes W906 Radio Remote Alarm Key Fob Button A2479052607

€104.95

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Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Central Lock Switch Door Locking Button A2049058402

€23.95

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Mercedes X164 Seat Control Switch Rear Left N/S A1648706810

€23.95

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€37.95

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Mercedes W205 Light Switch Headlight Control Unit Panel A2056880000

€23.95

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Mercedes W906 Interior Light Switch External Lamp A0085458607

€47.95

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Mercedes W205 Electronic Parking Brake Switch A2059051516

€23.95

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Part no. A2059050600

Radio Alarm Key Mercedes W117 W176 W205 Remote Fob Button A2059050600

€28.95

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Mercedes W205 Steering Wheel Contact Switch Control Plate A0994641400

€23.95

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML W163 ESP Brake Control Button Switch A1638202710

€23.95

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Mercedes W168 Kick Down Sensor Switch A0045456014

€23.95

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Mercedes C205 Handbrake Parking Brake Control Switch A2059056603

€23.95

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Mercedes W212 ESM Switch Drive Transmission Mode Select Button A2129054800

€23.95

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Mercedes Benz A B W169 W245 PDC Parking Control Switch Towing Mode A1698701910

€23.95

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Mercedes S212 Hazard Warning Light ESP Switch Button Unit A2129051300

€23.95

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Window Lifter Switch Mercedes W177 W247 Passenger's Side Button Unit A1679050201

€28.95

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Mercedes-Benz S E Class W211 W220 Cruise Control Switch Stalk A0085452524

€23.95

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Mercedes Vito W447 Headlight Lamp Switch Control Unit Panel Button A4479058200

€80.95

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Mercedes W205 Steering Column Cluster Indicator Wiper Stalk Squib A2059006319

€203.95

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Mercedes W205 Switch Dynamic Dashboard Panel Right O/S A2059056707

€28.95

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Multimedia Controller Mercedes X117 X156 Switch Panel Control A2469005615

€32.95

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Mercedes W176 W204 W212 Steering Wheel Switch Multifunction Buttons A2185400162

€23.95

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Mercedes-Benz W221 Front Left N/S Passenger Seat Switch Control Unit A2218702079

€32.95

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Mercedes W205 Start Stop Volume Switch Center Console Lower Left A2139050102

€23.95

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Headlight Switch Mercedes X156 W204 W246 Fog Light Control Panel A2049053003

€23.95

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Mercedes ML W163 Interior Light Control Switch Button Cover Trim A1638203610

€23.95

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Mercedes W164 Front Drivers Multicontour Seat Control Switch Button A2118000878

€32.95

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Mercedes W207 W212 Steering Column Indicator Wiper Stalk Squib A2124409103

€56.95

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Mercedes C216 W211 Boot Lid Tailgate Open Release Control Switch A2218209510

€23.95

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Mercedes R172 W176 W205 W213 Steering Paddle Gear Button Right O/S A0999051100

€32.95

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€32.95

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€42.95

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€23.95

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Mercedes C219 Headlight Fog Light Control Unit Switch Panel A2195450604

€23.95

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Mercedes W204 Steering Column Cover Slip Ring Housing A2044403202

€28.95

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Seat Adjustment Switch Mercedes W166 Front Door Card Left N/S A1669053700

€51.95

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

€23.95

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€23.95

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Mercedes W204 W207 W212 Heater Matrix Flap Control Motor Unit K9749007

€23.95

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Mercedes S205 Steering Column Cluster Control Switch Wipers Indicators Automatic

€194.95

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Mercedes ML W166 Headlight Headlamp Control Switch Panel Assembly A2049053503

€37.95

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Mercedes X253 Console Switch Panel Sat Navigation Knob Controller A2059006115

€47.95

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€32.95

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Mercedes W212 Headlight Switch Unit Control Switch Panel Button A2129057200

€23.95

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Mercedes W166 Console Switch Panel Sat Navigation Knob Controller A1669002609

€42.95

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Mercedes W204 W207 W212 Power Window Switch Front Door Regulation A2049055502

€23.95

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Trunk Switch Mercedes W207 W212 Tailgate Lid Remote Control Button A2079050051

€23.95

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Mercedes C207 W212 Trunk Switch Tailgate Lid Remote Control Button A2128204410

€23.95

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Part no. A9069052000

Mercedes Sprinter W906 Steering Wheel Switch Panel Multifunction A9069052000

€28.95

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Mercedes R172 Steering Wheel Switch Block Multifunction Buttons A1725400362

€32.95

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Gearbox Mount Mercedes W205 W213 C253 Transmission Bracket Bearing A2052402700

€51.95

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Mercedes W205 Start Lock Ignition Switch Barrel Module Unit ECU A2229000012

€99.95

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€146.95

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Mercedes W203 Steering Column Adjustment Stalk Switch A0005453522

€23.95

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Seat Switch Mercedes W204 C207 Regulation Adjusting Front Right O/S A2048709010

€23.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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€28.95

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€23.95

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Mercedes W212 Steering Wheel Button Switch Left N/S Multifunction A2048210151

€23.95

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€23.95

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€23.95

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Mercedes C253 Interior Control Hazard Switch Button Panel A2539056203

€51.95

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Mercedes Sprinter W906 Steering Wheel Switch Panel Multifunction A9069052000

€37.95

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€175.95

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Mercedes W251 Steering Wheel Button Switch Left N/S Multifunction A2518210251

€28.95

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€47.95

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Mercedes W212 Steering Wheel Button Switch Right O/S Multifunction A2048210051

€23.95

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€32.95

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€37.95

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Switch Panel Mercedes W211 W219 Centre Console ESP Hazard Heated A2118210981

€32.95

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€28.95

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€113.95

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€23.95

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€56.95

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€28.95

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€89.95

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Mercedes R172 Steering Wheel Switch Multifunction Button Trim A1725400362

€32.95

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€23.95

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Part no. A2469050351

Seat Switch Mercedes W176 W246 Regulation Door Front Right O/S A2469050351

€85.95

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Mercedes W251 Navigation Media Head Unit Player Radio Sat Nav A2518705094

€284.95

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