Comprehensive Car Parts List: Your Guide to Essential Auto Components

Maintaining your vehicle involves understanding its various components and knowing where to find replacements when needed. Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic or a car owner tackling DIY repairs, having a comprehensive Car Parts List at your fingertips is invaluable. This guide provides an extensive overview of common car parts, from essential engine components to body and interior elements.

Engine Parts

The engine is the heart of your vehicle, composed of numerous parts working in harmony. Here’s a list of key engine components:

A/C Compressor: Compresses refrigerant for the air conditioning system.
Alternator: Charges the battery and powers electrical systems while the engine is running.
Cam Shaft: Controls the opening and closing of engine valves.
Carburetor: Mixes air and fuel in older vehicles (less common in modern cars).
Coil: Part of the ignition system, providing high voltage to spark plugs.
Crankshaft: Converts the linear motion of pistons into rotational motion.
Distributor: Directs high voltage from the coil to the spark plugs in older vehicles.
Engine Block: The main structure of the engine, housing cylinders and other components.
Engine Mount: Secures the engine to the vehicle frame and reduces vibrations.
Fan Clutch: Controls the speed of the engine cooling fan.
Fan Electric: An electrically powered fan used for engine cooling.
Flywheel: Smooths engine rotation and provides inertia for starting.
Harmonic Balancer: Reduces engine vibrations.
Head (No Cam): The cylinder head, containing valves and combustion chambers (without camshaft).
Heater Core: Part of the heating system, transferring heat from engine coolant to the cabin air.
Intake Manifold: Distributes air or air/fuel mixture to the cylinders.
Oil Pan: Reservoir for engine oil.
Oil Pump: Circulates oil to lubricate engine parts.
Piston and Rod Assy: Pistons and connecting rods, converting combustion pressure into mechanical motion.
Smog Pump: Reduces emissions by injecting air into the exhaust system.
Starter: An electric motor that cranks the engine to start it.
Starter Solenoid: An electromagnetic switch that engages the starter motor.
Thermostat Housing: Houses the thermostat and controls coolant flow.
Throttle Body: Controls the amount of air entering the engine in fuel-injected vehicles.
Timing Chain: Synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft(s).
Timing Gear: Gears used in the timing system of the engine.
Timing Gear Cover: Protects the timing gears or chain.
Turbo Charger: Forced induction device increasing engine power by compressing intake air.
Turbo Inner Cooler: Cools the compressed air from the turbocharger.
Valve Cover: Seals the top of the cylinder head.
Water Pump: Circulates coolant through the engine and radiator.

Transmission and Drivetrain Parts

These components are responsible for transferring engine power to the wheels:

Axle Dropout: Part of the axle assembly allowing wheel removal.
Axle Shaft Solid Typ: Solid axle shaft transmitting power to the wheels.
Bellhousing: Connects the engine and transmission.
Carrier Bearing: Supports the driveshaft in some vehicles.
Carrier Housing: Houses the differential gears.
Clutch Disc: Part of the clutch assembly, engaging and disengaging engine power to the transmission (manual transmissions).
Clutch Fork: Activates the clutch release bearing.
Clutch Mstr Cylinder: Hydraulic cylinder that actuates the clutch (manual transmissions).
C-V Axle Frnt Drive: Constant Velocity axle for front-wheel-drive vehicles.
Drive Shaft: Transfers rotational power from the transmission to the rear axle (rear-wheel-drive vehicles).
Front Axle Assy 4X4: Front axle assembly for four-wheel-drive vehicles.
Hub Locking Type 4X4: Mechanism to engage or disengage front wheel hubs in 4×4 systems.
Knuckle/Spindle: Connects the wheel hub to the suspension and steering system.
Power Steering Pump: Provides hydraulic pressure for power steering.
Rack and Pinion: Steering mechanism converting rotational steering wheel motion to linear motion.
Rear Axle Loaded: Complete rear axle assembly with differential and axle shafts.
Rear End Housing Bar: Structural component of the rear axle housing.
Rear End Pinion/Ring: Pinion and ring gears in the differential, changing drive direction and gear ratio.
Rear End Spider/Side: Spider and side gears within the differential.
Shifter Lever Assy: Gear selector mechanism.
Slave Cylinder: Hydraulic cylinder that actuates the clutch release fork (manual transmissions).
Steering Box Any: Steering gearbox in older or some truck applications.
Steering Column: Connects the steering wheel to the steering box or rack.
Torque Converter: Fluid coupling between engine and automatic transmission.
Trans Cross Member: Supports the transmission.
Trans Dust Cover: Protects the transmission from debris.
Trans Ext Housing: Extension housing of the transmission.
Trans Valve Body: Hydraulic control center of an automatic transmission.
Transmission Mount: Secures the transmission to the vehicle frame.
Yoke: Part of the driveshaft connecting to the differential or transmission.

Body and Exterior Parts

These parts form the external structure and appearance of your vehicle:

Back Glass: Rear window.
Bed Liner: Protective liner for a truck bed.
Bench Seat: Continuous seat spanning the width of the cabin.
Bucket Seat: Individual, contoured seats.
Bumper Any Bare: Unpainted bumper assembly.
Bumper End Cap: End pieces of the bumper.
Bumper Filler: Fills gaps between bumper and body.
Bumper Guard: Protective bar on the bumper.
Bumper Push Bar: Sturdy bar on the front bumper, often for trucks.
Bumper Reinforcement: Structural support behind the bumper cover.
Bumper Shock: Shock absorber for the bumper.
Cab Only Bare: Vehicle cab without doors or other attachments.
Camper Shell: Enclosure for a truck bed, creating a camper.
Convertible Top: Retractable roof for convertible vehicles.
Door: Vehicle door assembly.
Door Glass: Window glass for the door.
Door Handle Outside: Exterior door handle.
Door Hinge: Hinges for the door.
Door Skin: Outer metal panel of the door.
Fender Bare: Unpainted fender panel.
Fender Trim/Flares: Decorative or protective trim around wheel wells.
Floor Mat/Spare Tire: Floor mats and spare tire (listed as a combined item in the original list).
Fuel Tank Fill Door: Door covering the fuel filler.
Glass Hatch: Glass liftgate or hatch.
Grille (Large/Small): Front grille of the vehicle (various sizes).
Hatch No Glass: Liftgate or hatch without glass.
Hatch With Glass: Liftgate or hatch with integrated glass.
Headlamp Bezel: Trim piece around the headlight.
Headlamp Composite: Composite headlight assembly.
Headerpanel Bare: Panel above the grille, often supporting headlights.
Headlamp Door (Each): Cover that retracts to reveal the headlight (older vehicles).
Headlamp Ring: Ring around a sealed beam headlight.
Hood: Engine hood.
Luggage Rack: Roof rack for carrying luggage.
Molding Exterior Lrg: Large exterior trim molding.
Quarter Glass: Small side window behind the door window.
Quarter Panel: Body panel behind the rear door.
Radiator Support Bar: Structural bar supporting the radiator.
Role Bar No-Lights: Roll bar without integrated lights.
Running Board: Step below the doors for easier entry/exit (trucks, SUVs).
Spoiler: Aerodynamic device, often at the rear of the vehicle.
Sunroof/T-Top: Openable roof panels.
Tail Gate: Rear gate of a truck or SUV.
Tail Light Assy: Complete tail light assembly.
Trunk Lid No Lights: Trunk lid without integrated lights.
Vent Glass: Small, often triangular, window for ventilation.
Vent Glass Assy: Complete vent glass assembly.
Vent Panel (Cowl): Ventilation panel at the base of the windshield.
Weather Stripping: Seals around doors, windows, and openings to prevent leaks.
Windshield: Front window.

Interior Parts

These components make up the inside of your vehicle:

Air Bag (EACH): Individual airbag unit.
Air Cleaner Housing/Lid: Housing and lid for the air cleaner.
Arm Rest: Armrest for seats or doors.
Ash Tray: Ashtray for smokers (less common in modern cars).
Bench Seat/Bucket Seat: (Also listed above, as seat type affects both interior and body).
Carpet: Vehicle carpeting.
CD Player: In-car CD player.
Cigarette Lighter: Power outlet (originally for cigarette lighters).
Clock: Vehicle clock.
Clockspring: Rotary electrical connector in the steering column for airbag and steering wheel controls.
Console (ANY): Center console (various types).
Console Lid: Lid for the center console.
Cup Holder: Drink holder.
Dash (BARE): Dashboard without instruments or trim.
Dash Pad: Padded cover for the dashboard.
Dome Light Light: Interior dome light.
Door Handle Inside/Interior: Interior door handle.
Floor Mat/Spare Tire: (Also listed above).
Glove Box Door: Door for the glove compartment.
Head Liner: Interior roof lining.
Horn Button: Button to activate the horn.
Info Display: Information display screen.
Instrument Cluster: Gauges and displays for vehicle information.
Instrument Lens: Lens covering the instrument cluster.
Instr Cluster Bezel: Trim piece around the instrument cluster.
Interior Door Panel: Inside trim panel for the door.
Int Door Win Handle: Interior window crank handle (older vehicles).
Mirror Interior: Rearview mirror.
Radio: In-car radio receiver.
Seat Belt: Seatbelt assembly.
Seat Belt Motor/Track: Motor and track for motorized seatbelts.
Seat Cover (EACH): Individual seat cover.
Seat Motor: Motor for power seats.
Seat Section: Section of a seat assembly.
Shifter Boot: Protective boot around the gear shifter.
Speaker (CUSTOM/STOCK): Car speakers (custom or factory).
Steering Wheel: Steering wheel.
Sun Visor: Sun shade for the windshield.
Vent (INTERIOR): Interior air vent.
Window Motor: Electric motor for power windows.
Window Regulator: Mechanism for raising and lowering windows.
Window Switch: Power window switch.
Window Switch Main: Main power window switch panel.
Wiper Arm: Windshield wiper arm.
Wiper Motor: Windshield wiper motor.

Electrical and Lighting Parts

These components power and illuminate your vehicle:

A/C Condenser: Radiator-like component that cools refrigerant in the A/C system.
A/C Evaporator: Cools air entering the cabin in the A/C system.
A/C Suitcase Housing: Housing for A/C components.
Air Bag (EACH): (Also listed above).
Air Flow Meter: Measures the amount of air entering the engine (for fuel injection systems).
Air Ride Pump: Pump for air suspension systems.
Antenna/MANUAL/POWER: Manual or power antenna.
Brake ABS Controller: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) control module.
Brake Fluid Resevoir: Container for brake fluid.
Brake Master Cylindr: Master cylinder for the braking system.
Brake Proportioning: Valve that balances brake pressure between front and rear wheels.
Brake PWR/HYDRO BSTR: Power or hydraulic brake booster.
Bulbs: Light bulbs for various vehicle lights.
Charcoal Canister: Part of the evaporative emissions control system.
Clockspring: (Also listed above).
Coil W/ IGNITOR: Ignition coil with igniter module.
Computer Brain Box: Engine control unit (ECU) or other computer module.
Control Module: Generic term for various electronic control modules.
Distr Cap/NO MODULE: Distributor cap without ignition module.
Distr W/COIL IGNITOE: Distributor with coil and igniter.
Distributor: (Also listed above).
Dome Light Light: (Also listed above).
Door Lock Actuator: Electric actuator for power door locks.
EGR Valve (EACH): Exhaust Gas Recirculation valve.
Fan Electric: (Also listed above).
Fuse Box (BARE): Fuse box without fuses.
Gauge Single: Individual gauge (e.g., fuel gauge, temperature gauge).
Headlamp Comp Bulb: Bulb for composite headlights.
Headlamp Comp BULB: (Typo in original list, assumed to be same as above).
Headlamp Door Motor: Motor for retractable headlight doors.
Headlamp Sealed Beam: Sealed beam headlight unit.
Heater CNTRL (ELEC.)/ (MAN.): Electronic or manual heater control unit.
Heater Blower Motor: Motor for the cabin heater fan.
Horn: Vehicle horn.
Horn Button: (Also listed above).
Ignitor: Ignition igniter module.
Info Display: (Also listed above).
Instrument Cluster: (Also listed above).
Instrument Lens: (Also listed above).
Instr Cluster Bezel: (Also listed above).
Light Lens Only: Light lens without housing.
Park/Turnlamp ASSY/LENS: Parking/turn signal light assembly and lens.
Power Mirror – DOOR: Power side mirror.
Power Steering ELEC: Electric power steering system components.
Radio: (Also listed above).
Relay (EACH): Electrical relay.
Seat Belt Motor: (Also listed above).
Sensor (EMMISSIONS/OIL/WATER): Various sensors (emissions, oil pressure, water temperature).
Smog Pump: (Also listed above).
Speaker (CUSTOM/STOCK): (Also listed above).
Starter: (Also listed above).
Starter Solenoid: (Also listed above).
Switch COMBO/SINGLE/TURN SIGNAL/WINDOW/WINDOW MAIN: Various switches (combination, single, turn signal, window, main window).
Tail Light Assy: (Also listed above).
Window Motor: (Also listed above).
Window Switch/WINDOW MAIN: (Also listed above).
Wiper Motor: (Also listed above).
Wire Hareness: Wiring harness (priced per foot).
Wire PIGTAIL: Wire pigtail connector.

Brakes and Suspension Parts

These parts ensure safe stopping and a comfortable ride:

Air Ride Pump: (Also listed above).
Bearing (ANY): Generic bearing.
Belt Tensioner: Tensioner for engine belts.
Brake ABS Controller: (Also listed above).
Brake Caliper: Part of the disc brake system, applying pressure to brake pads.
Brake Drum (NO HUB/W/HUB): Brake drum (with or without hub).
Brake Fluid Resevoir: (Also listed above).
Brake Master Cylindr: (Also listed above).
Brake Proportioning: (Also listed above).
Brake PWR/HYDRO BSTR: (Also listed above).
Brake Rotor (NO HUB/W/HUB): Brake rotor (with or without hub).
Brake Shoe/PAD (EA): Brake shoes or pads (priced individually).
Coil Spring: Suspension spring.
Control Arm: Suspension control arm.
Drag Link: Steering linkage component.
Hub Bearing: Wheel hub bearing.
Idler Arm: Steering linkage support arm.
Leaf Spring: Type of suspension spring (typically for trucks and older vehicles).
Pitman Arm: Steering arm connected to the steering box.
Power Steering Pump/ELEC: (Also listed above).
Rack and Pinion: (Also listed above).
Shock: Shock absorber or damper.
Spindle/Knuckle: (Also listed above).
Stabilizer Link: Connects stabilizer bar to suspension components.
Strut and Spring: Complete strut assembly (shock absorber and spring combined).
Sway Bar: Stabilizer bar or anti-roll bar.
Tie Rod EACH/END: Tie rod and tie rod end (steering linkage components).

Other Parts and Accessories

This category includes miscellaneous parts and accessories:

A/C ANTIFREEZE: (Typo in original list, assumed to be Antifreeze/Coolant).
Air Filter: Engine air filter.
Antifreeze: Engine coolant/antifreeze.
Battery (USED)/BOX: Used car battery and battery box.
Bearing (ANY): (Also listed above).
Belt Tensioner: (Also listed above).
Belts (FAN BELT): Fan belt or accessory drive belt.
Bolts/SCREWS: Bolts and screws (sold by weight or piece).
Bracket LRG/MED/SMALL: Brackets (various sizes).
Brake Fluid: (Implied by “Brake Fluid Resevoir” but not explicitly listed).
Cable (ANY): Generic cable.
Carpet: (Also listed above).
Carrier Bearing: (Also listed above).
Cigarette Lighter: (Also listed above).
Clock: (Also listed above).
Clockspring: (Also listed above).
Clutch Disc/FORK/MSTR CYLINDER: (Also listed above).
Coil/W IGNITOR: (Also listed above).
Computer Brain Box: (Also listed above).
Console (ANY)/LID: (Also listed above).
Control Arm/MODULE: (Also listed above).
Convertible Top: (Also listed above).
Coolant: (See “Antifreeze”).
Cup Holder: (Also listed above).
Dash (BARE)/PAD: (Also listed above).
Dipstick/TUBE: Engine oil dipstick and tube.
Dome Light Light: (Also listed above).
Door/GLASS/HANDLE/HINGE/LOCK ACTUATOR/SKIN: (Also listed above).
Drag Link: (Also listed above).
Drive Shaft: (Also listed above).
EGR Valve (EACH): (Also listed above).
Emblem (ANY): Vehicle emblem or badge.
Engine Cradle: Engine support cradle.
Engine Mount: (Also listed above).
Fan Belt/BLADE/CLUTCH/ELECTRIC/SHROUD: (Also listed above).
Fender BARE/TRIM/FLARES: (Also listed above).
Floor Mat/SPARE TIRE: (Also listed above).
Flywheel: (Also listed above).
Front Axle ASSY 4X4: (Also listed above).
Fuel Filter: Fuel filter.
Fuel Injector (EACH): Individual fuel injector.
Fuel Injection Rail: Fuel rail for fuel injectors.
Fuel Tank FILL DOOR/SEND UNIT: Fuel tank filler door and sending unit.
Fuse Box (BARE): (Also listed above).
Gas/OIL CAP: Gas cap or oil cap.
Gauge SINGLE: (Also listed above).
Glass Hatch: (Also listed above).
Glove Box Door: (Also listed above).
Grille (Large/Small): (Also listed above).
Harmonic Balancer: (Also listed above).
Hatch NO GLASS/WITH GLASS: (Also listed above).
Head (NO CAM): (Also listed above).
Headlamp BEZEL/COMP BULB/COMPOSITE/DOOR (EACH)/DOOR MOTOR/RING/SEALED BEAM: (Also listed above).
Headerpanel BARE: (Also listed above).
Heater BLOWER MOTOR/CNTRL (ELEC.)/(MAN.)/CORE/HOUSING: (Also listed above).
Hinge: Generic hinge.
Hood: (Also listed above).
Horn/BUTTON: (Also listed above).
Hose: Generic hose (priced per foot).
Hub Bearing/CAP/LOCKING TYPE 4X4: (Also listed above).
IDLER ARM: (Also listed above).
IGNITOR: (Also listed above).
INFO DISPLAY: (Also listed above).
Inner Fender: Inner fender liner.
INSTR CLUSTER BEZEL/LENS: (Also listed above).
Instrument Cluster: (Also listed above).
Int Door HANDLE/WIN HANDLE: (Also listed above).
Intake Manifold: (Also listed above).
Interior Door Panel: (Also listed above).
Jack ANY/HANDLE: Vehicle jack and jack handle.
Jumper Cables: Jumper cables for jump-starting a car.
Knuckle/SPINDLE: (Also listed above).
Latch: Generic latch.
Leaf Spring: (Also listed above).
Light LENS ONLY: (Also listed above).
Lock TUMBLER: Lock cylinder or tumbler.
Luggage Rack: (Also listed above).
MANI EXHST (NO SENS): Exhaust manifold (without sensor ports).
MANUAL MIRROR – DOOR: Manual side mirror.
Mirror INTERIOR: (Also listed above).
MOLDING EXTERIOR LRG: (Also listed above).
MUFFLER (ANY)/PIPE: Muffler and muffler pipe.
Oil Pan/PUMP: (Also listed above).
Park/Turnlamp ASSY/LENS: (Also listed above).
PCV VALVE: Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve.
Pedal (EACH): Pedal (brake, accelerator, clutch – priced individually).
Piston and ROD ASSY: (Also listed above).
Pitman Arm: (Also listed above).
Power MIRROR – DOOR/STEERING ELEC/STEERING PUMP: (Also listed above).
Pressure Plate: Part of the clutch assembly (manual transmissions).
Pulley BARE: Bare pulley.
Quarter Glass/PANEL: (Also listed above).
Rack and Pinion: (Also listed above).
Radiator/BOTTLE/SUPPORT BAR: (Also listed above).
Radio: (Also listed above).
Rear Axle LOADED: (Also listed above).
Rear End HOUSING BAR/PINION/RING/SPIDER/SIDE: (Also listed above).
Relay (EACH): (Also listed above).
Rock Arm: (Typo in original list, assumed to be Rocker Arm).
Rocker Arm: Engine rocker arm.
Role Bar NO-LIGHTS: (Also listed above).
Running Board: (Also listed above).
SCREWS/BOLTS: (Also listed above).
Seat Belt/MOTOR/SECTION/TRACK: (Also listed above).
Seat Cover (EACH)/MOTOR: (Also listed above).
Sensor (EMMISSIONS/OIL/WATER): (Also listed above).
Shifter BOOT/LEVER ASSY: (Also listed above).
Shock: (Also listed above).
Shifter Lever ASSY: (Also listed above).
Slave Cylinder: (Also listed above).
Smog Pump: (Also listed above).
Spare Tire/CARRIER/SWNG AWAY: (Also listed above).
Spark PLUG/WIRE: Spark plug or spark plug wire.
Speaker (CUSTOM/STOCK): (Also listed above).
Spider INJ: (Typo in original list, assumed to be Spider Injector).
Spider Injector: Central fuel injector assembly (older fuel injection systems).
Spoiler: (Also listed above).
Stabilizer LINK: (Also listed above).
Starter/SOLENOID: (Also listed above).
Steering BOX ANY/COLUMN/WHEEL: (Also listed above).
Strut and SPRING: (Also listed above).
Sun Visor: (Also listed above).
Sunroof/T-TOP: (Also listed above).
Sway Bar: (Also listed above).
Switch COMBO/SINGLE/TURN SIGNAL/WINDOW/WINDOW MAIN: (Also listed above).
Tail Gate/LIGHT ASSY: (Also listed above).
Thermostat HOUSING: (Also listed above).
Throttle Body: (Also listed above).
Tie Rod EACH/END: (Also listed above).
Timing CHAIN/GEAR/GEAR COVER: (Also listed above).
Tire (AS-IS): Used tire (sold as-is).
Torque Converter: (Also listed above).
Trailer Hitch RECEIVE: Trailer hitch receiver.
Trans CROSS MEMBER/DUST COVER/EXT HOUSING/MOUNT/VALVE BODY: (Also listed above).
Transmission COOLER/MOUNT: (Also listed above).
Truck Bed BARE: Bare truck bed.
Trunk Lid NO LIGHTS: (Also listed above).
Turbo CHARGER/INNER COOLER: (Also listed above).
VACUUM LINE/PUMP: (Also listed above).
Valve Cover: (Also listed above).
Vent (INTERIOR)/GLASS/GLASS ASSY/PANEL (COWL): (Also listed above).
Washer BOTTLE/BOTTLE MOTOR/FLUID: Windshield washer bottle, motor, and fluid.
Water Pump: (Also listed above).
Weather Stripping: (Also listed above).
Wheel ALUMINUM/STEEL: Aluminum or steel wheel.
Window MOTOR/REGULATOR/SWITCH/SWITCH MAIN: (Also listed above).
Windshield: (Also listed above).
Wiper ARM/BLADE/MOTOR: (Also listed above).
Wire HARENESS/PIGTAIL: (Also listed above).
Yoke: (Also listed above).

This comprehensive car parts list should assist you in identifying the components you need for your vehicle repairs or maintenance. Remember to consult with a qualified mechanic or refer to your vehicle’s service manual for specific guidance. Prices and availability can vary, so it’s always best to confirm with your chosen auto parts supplier.