{"product_id":"mercedes-cls-2014-front-right-seat-folding-headrest-actuator-motor-a0009700026","title":"Mercedes CLS 2014 Front Right Seat Folding Headrest Actuator Motor A0009700026","description":"\u003cp\u003e#73\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Mercedes-Benz CLS C218 W218 Front Right Seat Folding Headrest Actuator Motor A0009700026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine used Mercedes-Benz electric front seat headrest folding \/ adjustment actuator motor, removed from a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS C218\/W218 Front Right Seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis actuator is installed within the front seat assembly and operates the electric headrest adjustment \/ folding mechanism, allowing the head restraint mechanism to move correctly when commanded by the seat adjustment system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart Number: A0009700026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz OE Number: A 000 970 00 26\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlternative Number: 0009700026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditional Motor Reference: 114454-103 \/ 114454103 – where marked\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes Description: Folding Device \/ Klappvorrichtung\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart Type: Headrest Actuator \/ Adjustment Motor \/ Folding Motor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSystem: Electric Front Seat \/ Headrest Adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition: Front Right Seat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUK RHD Position: Driver \/ O\/S\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDonor Vehicle: Mercedes-Benz CLS C218\/W218\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDonor Year: 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Mercedes-Benz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Genuine Used OEM Part\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes A0009700026 has broad application across several Mercedes-Benz platforms. The genuine Mercedes parts listing confirms the OE number, while vehicle-fitment catalogues show applications extending from approximately 2006–2019 depending on model and specification. (Mercedes-Benz Originalteile)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMERCEDES-BENZ CLS C218 \/ W218 – 2011–2018\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for selected front-seat configurations including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 220 BlueTEC \/ CLS 220 d\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 250 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 250 BlueTEC \/ CLS 250 d\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 250 4MATIC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 300\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350 BlueTEC \/ CLS 350 d\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350 CDI \/ d 4MATIC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 400\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 400 4MATIC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 500 \/ CLS 550\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 500 \/ CLS 550 4MATIC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 63 AMG\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 63 AMG 4MATIC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 63 AMG S \/ S-Model\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA used-parts record specifically documents A0009700026 in the right-front seat of a C218\/X218 CLS, while another listing identifies it as a C218 front-seat power headrest motor. (RRR)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMERCEDES-BENZ CLS SHOOTING BRAKE X218 – 2012–2018\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelected:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 220 BlueTEC \/ d Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 250 CDI \/ BlueTEC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 250 d 4MATIC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350 CDI \/ BlueTEC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 350 d 4MATIC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 400 Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 400 4MATIC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 500 Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 500 4MATIC Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• CLS 63 AMG S Shooting Brake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eADDITIONAL MERCEDES-BENZ APPLICATIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause A0009700026 is not unique to the CLS, potential applications also include selected:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz C-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W203 \/ S203 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W204 \/ S204\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C180\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C200\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C220 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C230\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C250 \/ C250 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C300\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C350\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C63 AMG\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz E-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W211 \/ S211 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W212 \/ S212 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E200\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E220 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E250 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E270 CDI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E300\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E320\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E350\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• E500 \/ E550\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Selected AMG applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz S-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W221\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S350\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S400\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S450\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S500 \/ S550\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S600\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S63 AMG\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• S65 AMG\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Equipment dependent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz CL-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• C216 – selected electrically adjustable front-seat applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz M-Class \/ ML\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W164 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz GL-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• X164 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz R-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W251 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz GLK\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• X204 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes-Benz G-Class\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• W463 – selected applications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eParts references for A0009700026 identify W204, W211, W212, W221, W251, W463, X164, X204, C218 and X218 among the associated chassis families. (eBay.de)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT: The broad compatibility above applies only where the vehicle uses the same electric headrest mechanism and OE actuator. Seat specification must be checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLEFT \/ RIGHT SEAT APPLICATION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe motor is documented in both left and right front-seat applications, depending on Mercedes seat configuration. Listings identify A0009700026 with left\/right front placement, and a C218\/X218 donor record specifically documents it in a right-front seat. (RRR)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor this item:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition: FRONT RIGHT SEAT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a UK RHD CLS:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRight Front = Driver \/ O\/S\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor international buyers, describing it primarily as Front Right Seat Headrest Motor avoids confusion between RHD and LHD vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTECHNICAL INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMercedes describes A0009700026 as a folding device, while aftermarket\/OE catalogue descriptions identify it as an adjustment motor or headrest motor. (Mercedes-Benz Originalteile)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe actuator forms part of the electrically operated front-seat mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts purpose is to transfer motorised movement to the head restraint mechanism, allowing controlled adjustment\/folding according to the seat design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unit works together with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Headrest mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat backrest frame\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric seat wiring harness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat adjustment controls\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat control electronics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Associated gears\/linkages\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical connectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eELECTRIC SEAT SYSTEM INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on specification, a Mercedes CLS front seat can incorporate multiple electrical functions including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric fore\/aft movement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric seat height\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric backrest adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat base inclination\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric headrest adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Lumbar support\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Memory functions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat heating\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Multicontour adjustment where equipped\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach function can use a separate motor or actuator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eTherefore, failure of the headrest actuator does not necessarily indicate a fault with the main seat adjustment motors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCOMMON SYMPTOMS \/ REASONS FOR REPLACEMENT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electric headrest no longer moves\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Headrest stuck in one position\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Headrest adjustment intermittent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Motor operates but mechanism does not move correctly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Clicking or abnormal noise during adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Actuator motor seized\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Internal gearing damaged\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical connector damaged\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Wiring damaged during seat movement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Motor damaged during seat repair\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Replacement required during seat-frame rebuild\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Donor seat supplied without the correct actuator\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore replacing the actuator, check:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat electrical supply\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat fuses\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat control switch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat wiring harness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical connector\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Wiring continuity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat control module\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Mechanical headrest linkage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Headrest guides\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Actuator gears\/mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Stored seat-related diagnostic faults\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the motor can be heard operating but the headrest does not move correctly, the mechanical linkage or gearing should also be inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eVEHICLE NETWORK \/ DIAGNOSTICS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn vehicles with electronically controlled or memory seats, diagnostic equipment such as Mercedes STAR\/Xentry can assist with checking the seat system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on vehicle specification, diagnostics may allow checking of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat control-module communication\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Adjustment commands\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Stored seat fault codes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical supply\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Motor operation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Memory seat functions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eINSTALLATION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe replacement actuator should be installed in the same orientation and mounting position as the original component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring installation check:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Motor mounting points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Mechanical linkage\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Drive mechanism\/gears\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical connector\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat wiring routing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Full movement of the headrest\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, operate the headrest through its available adjustment range to confirm smooth operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePROGRAMMING \/ CODING\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe actuator motor itself does not normally require individual programming or coding when replaced with the correct matching component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, seat-system diagnosis or initialisation may be necessary if additional control modules or seat electronics have been replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT COMPATIBILITY NOTE\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough A0009700026 has broad Mercedes-Benz compatibility, Mercedes used many different electric seat configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease compare your original component before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrimary OE number to match:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA0009700026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 000 970 00 26\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e0009700026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere present, also compare:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e114454-103 \/ 114454103\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdditionally check:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Front seat position\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Motor shape\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electrical connector\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Connector pin arrangement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Mounting points\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Mechanical drive connection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Headrest mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Seat equipment\/options\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatching A0009700026 to the original actuator is the strongest compatibility check.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine used Mercedes-Benz OEM part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoved from a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS C218\/W218 – Front Right O\/S Driver Seat (UK RHD).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe item may show normal signs of previous installation, use, storage and removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease inspect the listing photographs carefully to confirm the OE number, electrical connector, mounting points and actuator design against your original part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal genuine Mercedes-Benz replacement for a faulty, seized or damaged electric front-seat headrest folding\/adjustment actuator motor on compatible CLS C218\/X218, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class and other Mercedes models where OE number A0009700026 and the seat mechanism match the original component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercedes (Genuine OE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 792\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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