Mercedes H243 W247 USB Port Type-C Socket Plug Input Connection A2478206301

Mercedes H243 W247 USB Port Type-C Socket Plug Input Connection is an original multimedia installation component designed for factory installation in Mercedes vehicles. It provides convenient, modern power supply and data transmission via a USB Type-C interface, while maintaining a consistent interior look and ergonomics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2478206301
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2478206301
• Substitutable numbers: A2478206301, A 247 820 63 01
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the USB Type-C socket

The presented USB Type-C socket is a component installed within the center console or decorative panels, in accordance with the factory interior design of the Mercedes. It enables:

• powering mobile devices using the modern USB Type-C connector,
• stable data connection with the vehicle's multimedia system,
• aesthetic integration with the cabin's trim and decorative strips.

Thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's standard, the socket maintains the correct mounting geometry, which facilitates installation in the original location intended by the interior designers.

Construction, installation, and interior integration

The element belongs to the Trim, decorative strips, and decorations group, which means that apart from its functional role, it also serves an aesthetic purpose. The outer part of the socket is visually matched to the decorative panels, so that after installation, the whole creates a coherent, orderly layout.

In practice, the installation involves seating the connector in the appropriate mounting hole and connecting it to the factory wiring harness. The plug design has been engineered to:

• ensure secure, stable seating in the panel,
• minimize the risk of looseness and unwanted vibrations,
• maintain proper cable routing behind the decorative panel.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes socket

Using an original USB Type-C socket in H243 / W247 models allows you to maintain the factory equipment standard and avoid compromises typical of universal solutions. Key advantages include:

• Full compatibility with the electrical system – the connector is designed for specific Mercedes solutions, which limits the need for modifications.
• Visual consistency with trim and decorative strips – the socket does not disrupt the interior's stylistic lines.
• The ability to conveniently charge and communicate with mobile devices using the USB Type-C standard.

For the user, this means maintaining operational comfort, predictable performance, and an aesthetic cabin appearance, without visible adaptations or additional adapters in the panels.

Condition of the element and service application

The offered socket is a secondary market part, making it an attractive solution for the service replacement of a damaged connector or for restoring the completeness of the interior equipment. Replacing this element is particularly justified when:

• the original socket has a mechanically damaged housing or connector insert,
• there are problems maintaining a stable USB cable connection,
• it is necessary to restore the functionality of the factory port in the decorative panel.

Selecting the correct element is facilitated by the manufacturer's markings and assignment to a specific model line, which helps avoid installation incompatibilities.

Expanding equipment within decorative interior elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as decorative panels, grilles, or decorative strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes trim, decorative strips, and decorations category.

To better plan service work within comfort and electronic equipment, it is also worth expanding your knowledge about typical auxiliary system failures – you will find practical tips in the article Air conditioning compressor – symptoms of failure, causes, and safe replacement, which discusses the approach to selecting and installing secondary market components.