Re: Need help installing heated seats please!
The switch on the seats likely activates (switches on) a relay rather switching the power for the heat element itself. If you or your son haven't messed with high amperage 12 volt accessories I would recommend finding a qualified auto electric mechanic to wire it up for you.
Since the PT you have never came with heated seats it won't be a matter of just plugging it in to the fuse block because the components (relay) to run it or them won't be there, either. The seats will have high current draw that will fry your car's wiring harness if done improperly. Then your insurance company will be able to help you out by contributing your loss (less your deductable) toward a new PT with heated seats.
If you do have experience in wiring and electrical systems you can start by connecting switched 12 volts (activated by the ignition key) to the seat switch (fused). From there, have it trigger a relay with a good strong 12 volt source (fused) to provide power to the element.
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