Mini Clubman massage seat issue

Okay, so this is weird. My 2012 Mini Clubman has developed a strange issue. The massage seat switch isn't working. I can't turn the massage setting on at all! I scanned it, and it's showing an error in the error memory. The report says it's likely a defective cable or plug connection. Anyone ever experienced anything like this? So frustrating!

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Electrical issues are a pain! I had a similar problem with the lumbar support in my old Volvo. Turned out to be a broken wire in the seat harness. Have you checked the fuse for the seat motor? Sometimes it's the simple things.

Fuse, huh? Where would I find that? I'm not really good with electrics, so I wouldn't even know what I'm looking for, to be honest. And seat harness, what is that exactly?

Yeah, the fuse box location should be in your owner's manual. The seat harness is basically a bundle of wires that runs under the seat, connecting all the electrical components like the seat motor and the switch for your massage function. If you're not comfortable poking around with electrical stuff, I'd recommend taking it to a workshop. Sounds like they already have a good idea of what the problem is, and 95€ isn't too bad.

Just wanted to let you know I got it sorted. Took it to the workshop, and it was indeed a faulty connection, like they suspected. 95€ later and my backside is happy again! Thanks for the help!

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