What is Mercedes-Benz factory option code 873?

Q: What is Mercedes-Benz factory option code 873?

Heated Left and Right Front Seats (Interior Comfort): Rapid electrical warming elements embedded in the front cushion and backrest leather panels. Look for three-stage red LED push-button switches on the door cards or lower dash. A common issue is broken heating wires within the leather seat bolstering, which can be detected if the heating shuts off after a few seconds.

Factory Equipment Codes

What is Factory Option Code 873?

Official factory specification for Heated Left and Right Front Seats (Interior Comfort).

Specification & Capabilities

Heated Left and Right Front Seats is classified under the Interior Comfort category.

Code 873 - Rapid electrical warming elements embedded in the front cushion and backrest leather panels.

STANDARD CODE IDENTIFIERCode 873

EQUIPMENT CATEGORYInterior Comfort

Used Car Buyer Checklist: Code 873

Look for three-stage red LED push-button switches on the door cards or lower dash. A common issue is broken heating wires within the leather seat bolstering, which can be detected if the heating shuts off after a few seconds.

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