Mercedes W177 W247 USB Port Socket Plug Control Panel Connection A2478203902

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W177 W247 USB Port Socket Plug Control Panel Connection is an original component from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, designed for integration with the center console in Mercedes vehicles. It provides an aesthetic USB port outlet and a stable electrical connection to the vehicle's wiring, facilitating the use of multimedia and the charging of mobile devices.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2478203902-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2478203902
• Substitutable numbers: A2478203902, A 247 820 39 02
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function of the USB socket

The presented USB socket with plug, connector, and console cover is a factory solution used in Mercedes compact class models, where it is responsible for the convenient routing of signals and power to external devices. This element acts as an interface between the vehicle's electrical system and the USB cable, allowing for the safe connection of a phone, navigation, or other accessories.

Thanks to the integrated console cover, the socket is aesthetically enclosed, and the entire assembly maintains a consistent look with other interior elements. The original design ensures proper cable routing, adequate support for the connector, and reduces the risk of looseness and mechanical damage during daily use.

Construction and integration with the vehicle's electrical system

The element belongs to the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, meaning it has been designed to operate within the environment of onboard electronics and control panels. The socket assembly includes the USB working part, the plug/connector for connection to the wiring harness, and a cover matched to the console, which facilitates installation in the factory-intended location.

A solution of this type allows for:

• stable mechanical mounting within the console structure,
• secure electrical connection to the vehicle's wiring,
• maintenance of factory ergonomics for USB port operation,
• reduction of stress on cables due to proper connector routing.

This approach translates into seamless cooperation with multimedia systems and comfort of use during daily driving.

Benefits of using an original used component

Choosing an original USB socket from dismantling allows for full compatibility with the electrical system and interior architecture of the Mercedes. An element from the same production line as the factory equipment ensures proper fit with the console, correct mounting geometry, and compliance with the electrical parameters specified by the manufacturer.

A used component of this type is particularly beneficial for:

• repairing a damaged socket after intensive use or cable detachment,
• restoring full functionality of the USB port after a mechanical failure,
• maintaining the original look and ergonomics of the interior without using universal replacements.

Such a solution allows for optimizing service costs while maintaining factory manufacturing standards and consistency with other cockpit elements.

Application in service and modernization practice

The USB socket with console cover will prove useful both in classic repairs and when modernizing the multimedia zone, when it is necessary to recreate the original connection point. Thanks to the factory design, it can be integrated into the existing wiring harness without the need for body modifications or the use of additional mechanical adapters within the console area.

In service practice, it is important that the element from the control and connector group is compatible with the vehicle's electrical architecture. In this case, the use of an original solution facilitates diagnostics, eliminates problems with unreliable contact, and supports the stable operation of systems responsible for communication and power supply to external devices.

Related elements and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit and center console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as function buttons, control knobs, or additional control modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes switches, control elements and ignition locks category.

When selecting original, used components for a Mercedes, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge. Practical tips regarding the selection of components from dismantling, their cost-effectiveness, and their impact on comfort of use can be found in the article Used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling, which discusses, among other things, the approach to purchasing premium-class second-hand elements.