Product description and compatibility

Article search

You can search for an article in our store in different ways.

On the one hand you can use our elastic search mask. Here you can enter your desired article and the search mask suggests possible products, categories or manufacturers. In addition, you can also search for your desired product with the article number or the OE number (original spare parts number). Note the tab Suitable vehicles to check whether the article is suitable for you. Under the tab Comparison numbers you will find all OE numbers that have been assigned for this article. So reference number to which you can refer.

On the other hand, you can find suitable spare parts with the vehicle selection. To do this, enter your vehicle manufacturer, model and type in the vehicle selection on the home page. You can find this information in your vehicle registration document. For a more precise search, you can also search for vehicles from Germany with the key number (KBA No. = Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt number). The key number is made up of the HSN: manufacturer key number and the TSN: type key number.

In a new vehicle registration document (registration certificate part I) issued after October 2005, the HSN is listed under item 2.1. and the TSN under item 2.2.

On old vehicle registration certificates, the HSN is under "to 2" and the TSN under "to 3".

Your vehicle registration document/registration certificate Part I is always helpful for selecting the right spare parts. Whether for your personal online search or for our telephone consultation, always have it ready.

Universal products:

In our online store you will also find products that fit universally for all vehicles.

You will find these primarily in the categories Tools | Workshop, Accessories | Roadside Assistance and Care Products | Maintenance Products. Winter items or some trunk mats or floor mats are also universal.

Product Description:

The majority of our item descriptions come from TecDoc. Under item info you will find all the important features that a product has. These are important criteria that are decisive in the selection of vehicle parts. Because these determine the compatibility with a vehicle. Here you can find out the installation position, dimensions, reference numbers, and much more.

In addition, you will find one or more pictures with the product description. Please note that the pictured item is for illustration purposes only, and may have different features than the actual product. Exact details can be found in the product description. Often dimensions, color, accessories, installation side, etc. may vary from the pictured item.

Filter options:

For sorting your search results, our filter options will help you. You can choose products of a certain manufacturer, immediately available products or offer products.

FAQ Compatibility:

• My vehicle does not exist in the selection on the home page. What can I do?

If you can't find your car in our vehicle selection, we probably don't have the right parts for your make. Search with your OEM number for unique search results.

• Is the compatibility of the spare part with my vehicle guaranteed by the search results?

No. Since compatibility depends on many factors, you need to make sure they all match.

• Where can I find the VIN of my car?

You can find the VIN in your vehicle registration document in field E.

• First registration or year of manufacture- What is the difference?

The year of manufacture, as the name suggests, describes the year your vehicle was built. You can find the date in your registration certificate part I (vehicle registration certificate) under point 6. The year of manufacture is a compatibility criterion for some spare parts.

The initial registration describes the date on which your vehicle was officially registered for the first time or from when the vehicle may be put into operation. The exact date can be found in your vehicle registration document under point B. 

• From which side do I have to look to determine the installation position?

You must always determine the installation position from the driver's view in the direction of travel.

• Is a wheel bearing set for one side or both sides?

A wheel bearing set includes a wheel hub and wheel bearing for one side of your vehicle.

• How do I know when an unavailable item will be back in stock?

If an item is unavailable, you can enter your email address in the designated field on the item page and we will notify you when it becomes available again.

• What should I do if the item does not have a product description?

Contact customer service, they may be able to pass on the core data to you.

• I entered the name of the part, but there are no search results that match my request. Why?

It may be that this item is offered under a different name or we do not have it in our product line.

• Suitable for e.g. rim size 17 inch. What does this mean?

The measurement used for rims is always inches. There are rims from 16-19 inches. Accordingly, tires, or certain accessories must also be adapted.