2017-2020 BMW Alternator / Starter Cable 12428638589
OEM Part #: 12-42-8-638-589 (12428638589)
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Donor2019 BMW 430i Gran Coupe · 2.0L · 78k miles
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Donor Vehicle: 2019 BMW 430i Gran Coupe · 2.0L · 78k miles
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This used OEM BMW Alternator / Starter Cable (part 8638589, also replaces 8638588) provides the main power link between the alternator and the starter motor on BMWs with the 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Also known as a starter cable or alternator cable, failure can cause intermittent cranking, dim lights, or battery drain.
Specifications
| Fits Vehicle Model | 230i, 230i xDrive, 330i, 330i GT xDrive, 330i xDrive, 430i, 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe |
| Fits Vehicle Make | BMW |
| OEM Part No | 12-42-8-638-589 (12428638589) |
| Compatible OEM Part No | 8638588 |
| Category | Wiring / Harness |
Compatible Vehicles
Fits 45 vehicle configurations across 1 make, 2017-2020.
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| Year | Make | Model | Trim | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | BMW | 330i xDrive | Wagon | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 330i | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 330i | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 330i xDrive | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 330i xDrive | Sedan | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 330i xDrive | Wagon | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 330i GT xDrive | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 330i GT xDrive | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 230i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 230i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 230i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 230i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 230i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 230i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 230i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i Gran Coupe | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2018 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i xDrive | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2020 | BMW | 430i | Coupe | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2019 | BMW | 430i | Convertible | 2.0L l4 Turbo | |
| 2017 | BMW | 330i GT xDrive | Hatchback | 2.0L l4 Turbo |