friedhelm_eagle1
Mini Cabrio Seat Heating Not Working
Summary of the thread
A 2012 Mini Cabrio diesel has a problem with the seat heating not working, indicated by a diagnostic error related to the seat heating. The likely cause is a defective heating mat within the seat cushion. The suggested solution is to have the heating element replaced, which was confirmed by a workshop diagnosis and repair, costing approximately 390€.
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friedhelm_eagle1 (community.author)
The error message was pretty generic, just said 'seat heating defective'. You mentioned your thermal sensor - how did you figure out that was the problem and did you have to replace the entire seat cushion or just the heating element?
john_feuer30
Yeah, 'seat heating defective' is about as helpful as a chocolate teapot. I spent ages fiddling with mine. In the end, it was the heating element itself gone kaput, not the sensor, my bad. I'd say get a proper diagnostic from a workshop. They will probably confirm the heating element is the issue. It's a pain to replace yourself as it's integrated into the seat cushion. 390€ sounds about right for a workshop job, parts and labor included.
friedhelm_eagle1 (community.author)
Just wanted to let you know I took your advice and brought my Mini to the local workshop. Turns out you were spot on - the heating element in the seat cushion was indeed defective. They replaced it, and now my backside is toasty warm again! Cost me about 390€ all in. Thanks a bunch for your help!
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john_feuer30
Seat heater issues are the worst, especially this time of year! I actually had a similar problem with my Mini Cabrio. Does the error memory specifically mention anything about the thermal sensor or temperature control? When mine went, it was a pain to diagnose. Was the heating repair straightforward?