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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Mercedes W205 Switch Media Nav Radio Hazards Dashboard Upper Panel A2059053601

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 Headlight Switch Unit Light Control Panel A2056880000

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Audi Q5 8R Switch Cluster Slip Ring Squib Indicator Wiper 8K0953568F

€94.95

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Audi A1 S1 8X Electric Window Control Switch Button Driver Side 8X0959851B

€23.95

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Mercedes Sprinter W906 Radio Remote Control Alarm Key Button A9069053600

€32.95

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Steering Slip Mercedes W176 W246 W447 Wheel Ring Switch Indicator A2469003614

€284.95

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Remote Key BMW F07 F10 F11 F25 Radio Alarm Button Switch 868 MHz

€32.95

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VW Volkswagen Transporter T5 ESP Switch Button Panel Unit 7E0927134A

€28.95

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Porsche Boxster 986 Wing Mirror Adjustment Switch Control Unit Knob 99661324100

€23.95

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Part no. 7225273

Window Switch BMW F12 F13 F06 M6 Door Passenger Side Window Button 7225273

€23.95

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Part no. 7024608

BMW E65 E66 Door Card Window Lifter Switch Ashtray Rear Right O/S 7024608

€23.95

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BMW E60 E61 Headlight Light Switch Control Panel Unit Element 6953737

€23.95

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VW Volkswagen Touareg 7P Differential Lock On Off Road Switch 7P6941435D

€23.95

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Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 Parking Brake Handbrake Switch YUG500320PVJ

€28.95

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BMW X5 E53 Control Switch Unit Centre Console PDC DSC 8373734

€23.95

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Window Lifter Switch Mercedes W177 W247 Driver's Side Control Panel A1679050101

€51.95

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Volkswagen Golf Mk6 Headlights Range Brightness Adjustment Switch 5K0941333

€23.95

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BMW F13 Window Lifter Switch Front Driver Side Control Button Panel 9196678

€23.95

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Switch Panel BMW X1 E84 Centre Console Dashboard Start Stop DTC Unit 9195189

€28.95

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BMW E60 E61 LCI MFL Steering Wheel Switch Panel 6983283 6983284

€42.95

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Seat Ibiza Leon 5F Emergency Hazard Button Warning Lights Switch 5F0953235B

€23.95

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Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Central Locking Switch Control Unit F1ET-14017-BB

€23.95

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BMW F20 F21 F22 F23 F30 F31 F32 M Sport Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 434 MHz

€32.95

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Part no. 6901961

BMW X3 X5 Z4 Series E53 E83 E85 Steering Column Ignition Start Switch 6901961

€23.95

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Part no. 5K0953521DP

Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Switch Wiper Indicator Stalk 5K0953521DP

€32.95

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Renault Trafic II Steering Column Switch Wiper Control Stalk 8200878343

€23.95

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Hazard Switch BMW F20 F22 F30 F31 Door Central Locking System Button 9231786

€23.95

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BMW F20 F21 F30 Cover Trim Multifunction Switch Basic Steering Wheel 9225608

€23.95

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BMW X3 F25 Window Switch Lifter Control Button 9202019

€23.95

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Mercedes W212 Switch Control Panel Seat Heating Hazard PDC A2129059803

€56.95

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VW Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Electronic Auto Hand Brake Button Switch 5N0927225

€23.95

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Audi TT 8J Front Door Drivers Window Switch Mirrors Control Buttons 4H0959565

€23.95

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Ford Focus Mk3 Start Stop Engine Ignition Switch Button CM5T-11572-AA

€23.95

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BMW F10 F11 Control Element Light Headlight Switch 9192746

€23.95

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Mercedes W906 Headlight Adjuster Switch Light Control Unit A0005445931

€23.95

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Mercedes ML W163 Seat Switch Adjustment Memory Front Right O/S A1638202310

€23.95

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Start Stop Switch Mercedes W205 W213 W238 W222 Engine Button A2139055500

€23.95

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BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Trunk Switch Control Button Release Boot Tailgate 9303662

€23.95

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Mini R60 Countryman Switch Control Unit Centre Console 9804922

€28.95

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VW Volkswagen Polo 6R Switch Button Ignition Panel 6R0905865

€23.95

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Control Panel Mercedes W205 Automatic Air Conditioning Switch A2059058105

€23.95

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BMW E81 E82 E87 Button Switch ZV Hazard Warning Flashers DTC 9196712

€23.95

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BMW F20 F30 Control Panel A/C Air Conditioning Radio CD Player Seat Heat 9354146

€51.95

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Window Lifter Switch BMW X5 F15 F45 Drivers Side Door Control Panel Unit 9297349

€28.95

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Audi A4 A6 VW Golf IV Passat Polo Ignition Lock Starter Switch 4B0905849

€23.95

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Mercedes ML W164 Switch Panel Right O/S Front Seat Adjustable Memory A1648704410

€75.95

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Window Button BMW E60 E61 X3 E83 Lifter Switch Unit Black 9113773

€23.95

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BMW X1 E84 Switch Window Lifter Electric Control Regulator Trim Beige 6935534

€23.95

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Audi A3 8P Rear Window Lifter Switch Passenger Left Right N/O/S 4F0959855A

€23.95

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Mercedes W177 W247 USB C Port Socket Plug Control Panel Connector A2478200301

€32.95

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BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F40 F80 Mini F56 Passenger Airbag Switch 9483731

€23.95

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Ford Focus Transit Steering Wheel Airbag Slip Ring Squib Sensor 6C1T3F818AC

€42.95

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BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Cable Set Start / Stop Switch Wiring Loom 6970088

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 Switch Driving Assistance Mode Driver Side Console A2059057909

€28.95

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Dashboard Panel Mercedes W176 Switch Seat Heating Dynamic Select A2469058102

€75.95

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Mercedes W204 Headlight Switch LED Control Unit Module Button A2049053103

€23.95

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Part no. 9163614

BMW F01 F02 Window Lifter Switch Door Control Operating Driver's Side 9163614

€37.95

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Steering Column Switch Renault Trafic 3 Wiper Stalk Control Switch 255670610R

€28.95

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Part no. 8723579-1

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 M Sport Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 868 MHz 8723579

€23.95

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Part no. 6965274

Steering Column BMW E81 E87 E91 Switch Cluster Indicator Wiper Stalk 6965274

€89.95

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Mercedes W166 C292 Dashboard Centre Hazard Switch Control Panel A2929051700

€85.95

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BMW 3 Series E90 E92 Trunk Bowden Cable Emergency Unlocking Lock Boot Tailgate

€23.95

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Mercedes W205 SAM Module Rear Comfort Control Unit ECU A2229009808

€66.95

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BMW E65 E66 Switch Turn Signal Dip Dim Control Stalk Steering 6959984

€23.95

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Part no. 8N0927134

Audi TT 8N ESP Brake Traction Control Switch Button Unit 8N0927134

€23.95

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Part no. 9249142-1

BMW X5 E70 Cover Trim Multifunction Switch Sport Steering Wheel 9133466

€75.95

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Mercedes W221 Shift Pad Steering Wheel Gear Switch Left Right N/O/S A1648709851

€28.95

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Part no. 9195180

Switch Panel BMW X1 E84 Centre Console Dashboard PDC DTC Unit 9195180

€23.95

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BMW 5 SERIES E60 E61 Control element light switch headlights fog lights 6925296

€23.95

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USB Port Mercedes W204 W212 Socket Plug Centre Console Connector A1728200515

€23.95

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Part no. 7348259

BMW Mini Cooper One F56 F57 Front Switch Window Lifter Black Chrome 9354866

€23.95

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Part no. A2059055201

Switch Panel Mercedes W205 Centre Console Radio Hazard Lights Switch A2059055201

€23.95

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Part no. 8V0959565A

Audi A3 8V Electric Mirror Adjustment Switch Panel Unit 8V0959565A

€23.95

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Mini Cooper One F55 F56 Radio Head Unit Audio Control Switch Panel 9354507

€28.95

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Audi A5 8T Combination Wipers Indicator Cruise Stalk Squib Ring 4G8953502AA

€94.95

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Panel Mercedes C219 Air Conditioning Heater Blower Control Panel A2198300985

€28.95

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Part no. 8736513

Remote Key BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 Sport Line 868 MHZ Radio Control Alarm Button Red

€32.95

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Steering Wheel Switch Mercedes R171 W203 Multifunction Right O/S A1718206710

€32.95

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Front Impact Sensor BMW X5 F15 X6 F16 Crash Detection Module Unit 9196043

€28.95

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Control Panel Switch BMW F39 F48 Automatic Air Conditioning 9371459

€23.95

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Dashboard Panel Mercedes W176 W246 Switch Dynamic Select Start/Stop A2469057902

€28.95

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Part no. 9197221

BMW F12 F06 F13 Front Sport Seat Adjustment Switch Panel Left N/S 9197221

€28.95

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Audi S3 8P Interior Control Hazard Switch Button Panel 8P0927137J

€23.95

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BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Hazard Warning Switch Button Control Unit 9389076

€23.95

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BMW E88 Cabrio Convertible Centre Console Switch Unit Panel 9181256

€37.95

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BMW 5 X3 Series E60N E61N LCI E83 Switch Window Lifter Grey 9113772

€23.95

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Skoda Octavia Mk3 Steering Wheel Multifunction Buttons Switches 3V0919719E

€94.95

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Trunk Switch Mercedes W204 W212 Tailgate Lid Remote Control Button A2129059200

€23.95

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€23.95

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BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Radio Remote Alarm Key Button 868 MHz 8723574

€28.95

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€28.95

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BMW X1 E84 Centre Console Start Stop DTC PDC Switch Unit Panel 9203972

€23.95

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Central Lock Switch Mercedes W205 W253 W447 Door Locking Button A2059055151

€23.95

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BMW F21 F22 F32 Power Fold Driver Side Window Lifter Switch 9362126

€47.95

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BMW 5 Series E60N E61N LCI MFL Steering Wheel Switch Panel Right O/S 6983284

€23.95

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BMW Mini Cooper 2 R55 R56 R60 Roof Operating Unit Light Switch Black 3422625

€28.95

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Ford Transit Connect Mk1 Air Conditioning Control Panel Switch 9T1618C419AA

€42.95

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BMW F06 F12 F13 Front Sport Seat Adjustment Switch Panel Right O/S 9197222

€32.95

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Ford Fiesta Mk7 Steering Wheel Switches Multifunction Button Cover H1BT-9E740-AB

€94.95

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