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BMW Voltage Regulator - Genuine BMW 12317847517
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BMW Voltage Regulator - Genuine BMW 12317847517

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SKU:
BMW-12317847517
FCP Euro ID:
264356
Made in:
France
Quality:
Genuine

OE Numbers

12317847517, 12317837980, 12317568260

MFG Numbers

N/A

Product Information

Part number 12317847517 is a brand new, unused Genuine BMW part. 12317847517 is part of your BMW's engine electrical system. Alternators and related components are tsked with providing enough current to operate all vehicle electrical systems while the engine is running as well as maintaining the battery charge. Alternators are a part that usually fails unexpectedly.

Genuine BMW parts are typically available at BMW dealerships. These parts are used to service BMW’s at your local BMW dealer and are the same parts that you can order and purchase at your local BMW dealer parts department. Genuine BMW parts are manufactured for BMW by some of the leading OE suppliers such as Bosch, VDO, ATE, and Hella. You can be assured that a part is Genuine based on a BMW stamping near the part number on the part itself.

FCP Euro is an online retailer of Genuine and OEM replacement car parts for European Cars. Established in 1986 FCP Euro has focused on quality, service and selection from the beginning. FCP has a dedicated product development team that continuously adds and updates it’s product catalog to ensure the proper fitment and quality it’s replacement parts.

FCP is committed to providing its customers only the highest quality Genuine & OEM replacement parts backed with a lifetime warranty and fitment guarantee on every product we sell, hassle free 365 day returns, and free shipping and technical support.

Charging System Voltage Regulator

A Voltage Regulator is a component in a vehicle's charging system that controls the output voltage from the alternator to the battery and electrical system. Its primary role is to ensure the voltage remains within a safe range, typically around 13.5-14.5 volts, to prevent overcharging or undercharging the battery and other electronic components. Maintaining stable voltage is essential for protecting the battery and ensuring that electrical components receive consistent power.

Charging System Voltage Regulator Failure Symptoms
  • Dimming or Flickering Lights: A faulty voltage regulator can cause inconsistent power output, resulting in dimming, flickering, or overly bright headlights and interior lights. This is often more noticeable when electrical demand is high
  • Battery Warning Light: If the regulator fails, the battery light on the dashboard may illuminate, indicating an issue with the charging system. This can happen if the regulator causes overcharging (high voltage) or undercharging (low voltage), which may deplete or damage the battery
  • Dead or Overcharged Battery: A defective voltage regulator can either undercharge or overcharge the battery. Undercharging leads to insufficient power for starting the engine, while overcharging can cause battery overheating, leakage, or even permanent damage

About Genuine BMW

The original parts used by BMW to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine BMW” brand. When ordering a Genuine BMW part you are guaranteed to get the same part that you would pick up from your local dealerships part department. Genuine BMW parts have been built to BMW’s stringent standards and are the same quality of the original parts used to build your Ultimate Driving Machine.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your BMW are not necessarily manufactured by BMW. No cause for concern, as BMW designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for BMW for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine BMW parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a BMW logo.

Be sure to keep an eye out for OE tags on our product pages to quickly identify parts coming direct from OE manufacturers. That extra bit of insight could save you some serious money while shopping! Refer to our OE Academy for further information regarding the OE/OEM tags throughout the site.

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