2025 IM5 seat ventilation covers the backrest: check the footnote before ordering cushion parts

Seat ventilation is switched on and can be felt at the backrest, but the cushion does not provide the expected airflow, prompting an order for a cushion fan. For the Australian MY25 IM5, checking the manufacturer footnote first helps avoid treating an area outside the stated coverage as faulty.

Heating and ventilation cover different areas

The front seat heating and ventilation entry on page 20 carries footnote 7. Page 21 explains that heating covers the cushion and backrest, while ventilation is provided only in the backrest.[Manufacturer technical table and footnote][S15] Heating coverage cannot automatically be applied to ventilation.

This distinction follows only the areas stated by the manufacturer. “Backrest only” does not establish the number of internal fans or their mounting arrangement. [To be verified]

Record the function and location

At vehicle intake, specify the seat, current visible settings, actual sensation and the vehicle's original warnings. Record cushion heating, backrest heating and backrest ventilation separately. Attach location photos separately for any visible damage.

Once the repairer confirms the item requiring attention, match it to the original component markings. The product footnote clarifies the original function boundaries. Temperature, airflow and replacement decisions still require the vehicle's service information. An unexpected lack of cushion airflow should not lead to ordering a fan whose presence has not been confirmed. [To be verified]

Scope and verification

This article covers only Australia, MY25, MG IM5: Premium 75 RWD, Platinum 100 RWD and Performance 100 AWD.[Model year and trims][S15] Manufacturer equipment information identifies functions and parts; it is not a fault or replacement criterion.

No public data was available in the reviewed material for ventilation hardware and fan count, duct layout, airflow and temperature standards, parts supply breakdowns or inspection parameters; OE numbers, repair parameters, separate parts availability or compatibility/interchangeability. [To be verified] Check compatibility or interchangeability using the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the local Australian manufacturer parts catalogue.

For the parts discussed here, use the parts enquiry page.

[S15]: https://mgmotor.com.au/brochures/MG_IM5_Brochure.pdf