* Blown fuse: Check your owner's manual for the fuse location and rating for the heated seats. Replace a blown fuse with one of the correct amperage.
* Faulty switch: The switch itself might be malfunctioning. This is often a simple replacement.
* Damaged wiring: Wires can fray, break, or become disconnected. This often requires tracing the wiring harness.
* Bad heating element: The heating element in the seat cushion or backrest might be burned out. This is usually the most expensive repair, often requiring seat disassembly and replacement of the element itself.
* Relay issues: A relay is an electrical switch that controls the power to the seats. A faulty relay could prevent the seats from working.
* Power issue: Sometimes a larger power issue in the car, like a poor ground connection, can indirectly impact the heated seat's circuit.
To help me understand what *fixed* the problem (if it was fixed), please tell me:
* What wasn't working before? (e.g., only the driver's side, only one heating level, etc.)
* What did you do to fix it? (e.g., replaced a fuse, checked a wire, etc.)
* What are the heated seats doing now? (Are both working on all settings correctly?)
Once you provide this information, I can give you a more specific answer about the likely cause of the previous malfunction.
