Where is the USB port in the Mercedes GLC260?
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The Mercedes GLC260 has a total of three USB ports, with two located inside the center console and one near the rear air conditioning vents. These USB ports can be used to charge electronic devices or connect devices for playing music, greatly enhancing the convenience of daily driving. Below is more information about USB ports: 1. The location of USB ports may vary depending on the vehicle model. Generally, USB ports in cars are found on the central dashboard, inside the center console, or near the rear air vents. Owners can refer to the vehicle's user manual to locate the USB ports before use. 2. USB ports serve multiple functions. They allow connecting a USB drive to the car, enabling the playback of songs stored on the drive through the car's multimedia entertainment system. They also facilitate connecting external devices like smartphones for screen mirroring or connectivity purposes. Additionally, USB ports can be used to power car dash cams.
When I drove my friend's GLC260 before, I also spent half a day looking for this USB port, and finally found it in the storage compartment under the center console. Open the small cover in front of the armrest, and it's hidden on the left inner wall, with a small black square marked with the USB symbol. For the rear seats, there are two Type-C ports under the air vents, but since you're looking for a traditional USB, they might not be compatible. This design is quite hidden—I initially mistook it for a cigarette lighter socket until I noticed the metal dust cover could be flipped upward. It seems the newer models have moved it to the inner side of the armrest now, so I'd suggest bringing a flashlight to make it easier to spot.
In this generation of Mercedes-Benz models, the USB port is designed in a very concealed location. Open the armrest cover between the driver's and front passenger's seats, bend down, and look towards the inner bottom to find it. For higher trim versions with wireless charging, the port is located next to the wireless charging pad. It's worth noting that for facelifted models after 2020, the port was moved to a more visible position—inside the storage tray at the lower edge of the center console, with backlit markings for easy identification. This port has a maximum output of 5V/1.5A, which is slightly slow for charging smartphones. It's recommended not to use a fast-charging cable simultaneously when connected to CarPlay. Some owners opt to install additional docking stations themselves, but this may affect the warranty.
