Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Front Seat Heating Heat Mat For Leather A1698200498

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Front Seat Heating Heat Mat For Leather is an original part from the Seats and sofas category, designed for installation in the front interior section. Specifically engineered for leather upholstery in the B-Class W245, it ensures even seat heating and stable operation of the factory seat heating system, improving driving comfort in colder conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698200498
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698200498
• Substitutable numbers: A1698200498, A 169 820 04 98, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility for Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245

The presented heating mat has been developed as a component of the seat heating system for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 generation. It is a part dedicated to installation in the front cabin area, within the seat structure, under the leather upholstery. Thanks to its factory geometry and appropriate profile, it conforms to the shape of the seat, which facilitates installation for an upholsterer or mechanic and allows for maintaining the original ergonomics of the seat.

Construction and function of the heating mat

The mat is an integral part of the comfort system, responsible for generating heat in the seat cushion. The layout of the heating wires has been designed to:

• ensure the most even temperature distribution across the entire seat surface,
• minimize local overheating of the leather upholstery material,
• maintain stable operation within the typical temperature ranges specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

Compatibility with the factory seat heating controls allows for smooth adjustment of heating intensity from the cabin panel, without the need for electrical system modifications, provided the vehicle is equipped with the appropriate preparation.

Application in interior tuning and restoration

The original front seat heating mat for the B-Class W245 is particularly useful for:

• restoring a worn leather seat,
• adding a heating function to an existing seat (within the factory installation capabilities),
• comprehensive interior rebuilding or tuning while maintaining manufacturer standards.

Choosing a component from the Seats and sofas group allows you to maintain the structural integrity of the seat while improving thermal comfort for the driver or passenger. For those planning broader cabin modifications, the heating mat can be one of the key elements enhancing interior functionality.

If you want to better plan your cabin modernization and combine the replacement of the heating mat with other changes, it is worth checking out the guide on our blog: Car interior tuning with Global Parts.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered mat comes from disassembly and is a used item, which allows you to combine an attractive cost with maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Such components are often chosen for maintenance repairs and for restoring the functionality of factory seat heating when the original mat has suffered mechanical or electrical damage.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the vehicle's electrical system and the correct operation of the heating controls to fully utilize the capabilities provided by the original front seat heating mat.

Expanding work within Mercedes seats

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as seat frames, armrests, or complete seats, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and sofas category.

For conscious users who want to combine economical repair with environmental care, an additional inspiration can be an article about the role of parts from disassembly in a closed loop: Circular economy in your garage – how choosing used parts from disassembly really supports environmental protection and your wallet?.