BMW Electrical Sensors, Switches, & Relays for BMW 5 Series E39 (1996-2003)

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Electrical gremlins can be very frustrating. Luckily your BMW's electrical system is better than most, even if it's 25 years old. Here you will find electrical relays, sensors, switches, and modules for the engine, camshaft, and crankshaft. Our parts are OEM, Genuine BMW, or approved aftermarket brands that we have an excellent track record with. There is no middle ground with electrical parts - it either works perfectly or not. And there's nothing more frustrating than a new part that fails right out of the box. So it's important to choose quality replacement parts over a cheap but faulty piece.

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Bav Auto Camshaft Position Sensor - BMW E36 E39 Z3 M52 S52
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T#:639841
Part#: 12141703221
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Faulty camshaft sensors can lead to a number of issues such as hard starts, stalling at low speeds, and check engine (SES) lights. Restore your BMW's smooth operation and reliability by replacing it with a high-quality camshaft sensor from Bav Auto! From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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New Alternator - 120A
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T#:25042543
Part#: 12317501690
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OMP - Corporate Logo
T#:1614
Part#: EA-462
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OMP Battery Cut Off Switch / Kill Switch, for use in racecars as an emergency "kill switch", to depower the electrical system in the event of a crash or other emergency. This cut off switch is FIA approved, has 6 poles and alternator protection, as well as a removable key.
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Bav Auto Camshaft Position Sensor - E38 740i 740iL 750iL
For vehicles with production date up to 09/1998
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T#:639840
Part#: 12141742185
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Faulty camshaft sensors can lead to a number of issues such as hard starts, stalling at low speeds, and check engine (SES) lights. Restore your BMW's smooth operation and reliability by replacing it with a high-quality camshaft sensor from Bav Auto! From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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Valeo - Corporate Logo
T#:371896
Part#: 12317501599
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$ 323.99 USD
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The alternator in your vehicle keeps the battery at full charge when your engine is running. Because all of your electronic systems run off of this small piece, it's important that it is operational. If your lights are dim while driving or your battery dies within minutes of starting your car, it's time for a new alternator.

This is a NEW alternator from the OEM manufacturer, Valeo. No core charge applies. Valeo is an OEM manufacturer for many BMW alternators - save money by buying the same alternator in a different box!

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Oil Pressure Switch (fits most BMWs)
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T#:363
Part#: 12617568480
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Having your oil pressure light come on can mean very serious problems. Or it could just be this switch that fails several times over a car's lifespan. By no means should you ignore the warning light but replacing this sensor could be the actual culprit. The other problem with this switch is that oil can leak past its seal. With the oil under a lot of pressure at this point, the oil loss can be a serious concern. It's a simple replacement when doing most oil change work.

This Oil Pressure Switch fits the following BMWs:
1985-1991 E30 318i, 318is, 325e, 325i, M3
1992-1999 E36 318i/is, 325i/is, 328i/is, 323is, M3
1992-1997 E31 840i, 850i
1988-1994 E32 735i, 735iL, 740i, 740iL
1989-1995 E34 525i, 530i, 535i, 540i, M5
1995-2001 E38 740i, 740iL, 750i, 750iL
1996-2002 Z3 Roadster/Coupe 1.9, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8, 3.0, 3.2
1997-2003 E39 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, M5
1999-2005 E46 323, 325, 328, 330, M3
2000-2003 Z8 roadster
2001-2006 E53 X5 X5 3.0i, X5 4.4i, X5 4.6is, X5 4.8is
2002+ E65/E66 745i, 745li, 750i, 750li, 760i, B7 Alpina
2003+ Z4 Roadster/Coupe Z4 2.5, 3.0, 3.0si
2004+ E60 525i, 530i, 535i, 545i, 550i, M5
2005+ E63/E64 645Ci, 650i, M6
2005+ E83 X3 X3 2.5, X3 3.0
2006+ E90/E92 325, 328, 330, 335
2007+ E70 X5 X5 3.0i, X5 4.8i
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Bav Auto Temperature Sensor - BMW E39 E46 E9X E60 F01/02
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T#:639833
Part#: 13621433076
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This is the coolant temperature sensor used in many BMW models from the late-1990s to the mid-2010s. The engine computer relies on the coolant temp to set the fuel mapping for the engine. As the car warms up the computer changes the fuel mixture. If your car is running a bit rich (too much fuel) it could be because this sensor is failing and not sending the correct info to the computer. This sensor is located in a variety of places depending on the engine. But it's one of those easy replacement items 'while you're in there' when doing a water pump or thermostat replacement. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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