Bosch expands aftermarket product lines with 24 new part numbers

Dec. 21, 2016
Robert Bosch LLC announced the addition of 24 new SKUs in the month of December to its aftermarket product lineup.
Robert Bosch LLC, leading manufacturer and supplier of automotive parts and systems to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Independent Aftermarket (IAM) announced the addition of 24 new SKUs in the month of December to its aftermarket product lineup. Additions were made to the braking, rotating machine, spark plug, and fuel pump product lines.
Bosch Blue Disc Brake Pads Bosch Blue Brake Pads feature OE-style, multi-layer shims that provide superior noise dampening characteristics. They’re designed to deliver quality and performance and are ideal for the shop owner who is a “generalist” and is looking to provide customers with the best value. Bosch Blue Brake Pads come towel-wrapped on select applications for added protection and value. The material used is similar to the shop towels that technicians use on a daily basis when working on their customers’ vehicles. Four new Bosch Blue Brake Pad set SKUs have been added, extending coverage for 582,000 late-model Domestic and European units in operation in the U.S. The part numbers cover models including the 2012-2013 Chrysler Town & Country, 2004-2010 Audi A8 Quattro, 2012 Dodge Ram C/V and more.Bosch Rotating Machines The Bosch Rotating Machines group has added 9 new SKUs for remanufactured alternators and starters, covering late-model Domestic, Asian and European vehicles that are coming out of their warranty periods and are prime candidates for service in the aftermarket. The new part numbers extend coverage to 3.4 million vehicles in operation in the U.S. Four new SKUs for remanufactured starters are now available for models including 2014-2015 Subaru Forester H4 cyl. 2.5L G, 2011-2015 Toyota Tacoma V6 cyl. 4.0L,  2014-2016 BMW 528i L4 cyl. 2.0L Turbocharged, and more. Five new SKUs for remanufactured alternators cover vehicles including the 2015-2016 Toyota Camry L4 cyl. 2.5L, 2012-2016 Dodge Charger V8 cyl. 6.4L, 2011-2014 Ford Mustang GT V8 cyl. 5.0L with manual transmission, and more. Bosch remanufactured starters and alternators are built with top-quality materials using the most advanced technology to withstand extreme heat, cold and high demand. They are 100 percent performance-tested to last longer and deliver more reliable service.

Bosch Spark Plugs
Manufacturing innovative, state-of-the-art spark plugs for over 112 years, Bosch continues to expand the product line, adding five new SKUs in the month of December. Through the addition of these new part numbers, coverage is extended to an additional 3.7 million Domestic and European vehicles in operation.
 
One new OE Fine Wire Laser-Welded Double Iridium Spark Plug covers vehicles including the 2015-2017 Ford Expedition 6 cyl. 3.5L Turbo, 2014 Ford F-150 6 cyl. 3.5L Turbo, and more.
 
Two new Laser-Welded Iridium Spark Plugs cover vehicles including the 2012-2016 Ford Flex V6 cyl. 3.5L Turbo, 2012-2016 Buick LaCrosse 4 cyl. 2.4L Electric/Gas, 2012 Lincoln MKS V6 cyl. 3.5L Turbo, and more.
 
Two new Laser-Welded Platinum Spark Plugs cover vehicles including the 2010-2013 BMW 128i 3.0L, 2010-2011 BMW Z4 3.0L, 2010-2016 Mini Cooper L4 cyl. 1.6L, and more.
 
Bosch Fuel Pumps
The Bosch Gasoline Systems group has added six new fuel pump SKUs for the month of December. Through the addition of these new part numbers, coverage is extended to an additional 1.8 million late-model Domestic and European vehicles in operation in the U.S. Bosch fuel pumps feature superior turbine design and offer OE form, fit and function.
 
Three new fuel pump module assembly SKUs cover models including the 2008-2010 BMW 535i, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz E250 and more.
 
One new fuel pump hanger assembly SKU covers models including the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 and 1997-1999 Ford F-250.
 
One new fuel pump and strainer set SKU covers models including the 2001-2003 BMW 525i, 1997-2000 BMW 528i, 2001-2003 BMW 530i and more.
 
One new electric fuel pump SKU covers models including the 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300E.
 
All Bosch fuel pump part numbers active in the North America catalog are now covered by a limited lifetime warranty. For more information about the Bosch limited lifetime fuel pump warranty, visit https://www.BoschAutoParts.com/en/support/fp-warranty.
 
“Month over month, Bosch continues to expand aftermarket product lines to ensure technicians are able to complete their job efficiently and keep their customers satisfied,” said Thomas Winter, Robert Bosch LLC, vice president Automotive Aftermarket NA. “With new coverage added each month for additional applications, Bosch products provide OE equivalent quality and function.”

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