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Seat Tarraco rear window heating problem

I'm officially stumped! My Seat Tarraco 2020 diesel with almost 100000 km has developed a weird problem. The rear window heating just isn't working. I've got an error stored, and the windshield heating isn't performing as it should either. Could a heavily discharged or defective battery really be the culprit here? Has anyone experienced this defrost issue?

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A 2020 Seat Tarraco developed a problem with the rear window heating not functioning, accompanied by an error code and underperforming windshield heating. The issue was suspected to be linked to a heavily discharged or defective battery. After professional testing confirmed the battery as the root cause, replacing it resolved the heating problems.

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johanna_drache1

That's quite a pickle! I had a similar issue with my Tarraco. The rear defroster stopped working, and the windshield heating wasn't its usual self either. Did you notice if your auto defrost was also acting up? Have you checked the battery voltage?

manueltaylor3 (community.author)

Auto defrost, hmm, I hadn't really paid attention to that specifically. Battery voltage, no, I haven't checked that myself. Where would I even start looking for that? And how did you figure out it was the battery in your case?

johanna_drache1

Yes, the auto defrost was definitely sluggish. I eventually got the error memory read, and it pointed towards low voltage issues. Given the symptoms you described, especially the windshield heating struggling, and the stored error, a weak battery is highly suspect. To properly diagnose, you really need to have the battery professionally tested. It's best to visit a workshop; they can confirm if the battery is indeed the root cause and advise on replacement.

manueltaylor3 (community.author)

You were spot on! The battery was the issue. I had it changed this morning for 290€, and now the rear defroster and windshield heating are working perfectly again. Thanks a million for your help!

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