Code result
B0342
HVAC Heated Seat Passenger Circuit
Moderate severity
What it means
A fault has been detected in the passenger heated seat circuit.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Heating element broken
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Loose seat connector
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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