Self test
There is a self-test routine for diagnostic purposes
Activating the self-test
- Switch off ignition
- Press and hold the button for seat heating
- Switch on ignition (terminal 15) with button depressed
- Release the button and press it again briefly
- Flash-code output
The flashing code contains the following information
- 1 flash: Switch faulty (potentiometer or electronics) or switch overheating due to a short-circuit
- 2 flashes: Temperature sensor has break or short
- 3 flashes: All heating elements broken or have a short (probably break or short in wiring harness)