Memeory Function Driving Me CRAZY
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Instructor
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From: Elma NY
Memeory Function Driving Me CRAZY
I just purchased a 2000 C5 a few months ago and the only thing that I can not seem to figure out is the Memory Function for the seats, mirrors, etc. After reading the owners manual on the subject several times I still can't figure it out. In fact, the other night, I got into the car, put the key into the ignition, and the seat proceeded to impale me on the steering wheel. I thought they were going to have to use the jaws of life to free me! 
Anyways, I know I am probably
but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?
Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Anyways, I know I am probably
but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Instructor
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From: Columbus Ohio
Sometimes the memory works when I put in the key, sometimes the easy exit works when I remove the key. I can't figure it out. I'll just live with it since I only drive it in nice weather which is rare in Columbus, Ohio.
Burning Brakes
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From: Fort Worth Texas
Originally Posted by Tiger 650
I just purchased a 2000 C5 a few months ago and the only thing that I can not seem to figure out is the Memory Function for the seats, mirrors, etc. After reading the owners manual on the subject several times I still can't figure it out. In fact, the other night, I got into the car, put the key into the ignition, and the seat proceeded to impale me on the steering wheel. I thought they were going to have to use the jaws of life to free me!
Anyways, I know I am probably but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?
Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Anyways, I know I am probably
but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?Thanks!!!!!!!!!
I'm sure you've looked, but are you setting the correct memory for the key fob you are using (i.e., #1 vs. #2)?
Burning Brakes
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From: Havelock, NC ( NJ Resident )
Originally Posted by Tiger 650
I just purchased a 2000 C5 a few months ago and the only thing that I can not seem to figure out is the Memory Function for the seats, mirrors, etc. After reading the owners manual on the subject several times I still can't figure it out. In fact, the other night, I got into the car, put the key into the ignition, and the seat proceeded to impale me on the steering wheel. I thought they were going to have to use the jaws of life to free me!
Anyways, I know I am probably but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?
Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Anyways, I know I am probably
but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?Thanks!!!!!!!!!
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Instructor
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From: Elma NY
I am using the correct fob for the respective memory, although I was'nt at first.
I will try JR_VET's suggestion and let you know if it works.
Just out of curiosity though, has anybody disconnected/disabled the memory? I am the only one that drives the vette, so I really have no need to have it functioning.
I will try JR_VET's suggestion and let you know if it works.
Just out of curiosity though, has anybody disconnected/disabled the memory? I am the only one that drives the vette, so I really have no need to have it functioning.
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Yeah, I always thought the car was reading the key, but it actually reads which fob unlocked the car. I learned this when my wife used her fob to unlock the car, then I got in a minute later and started the car with my key. Like you, I was impaled.
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From: Chicago N/W Suburbs
I have not had this problem, but if I did, what comes to mind is disconnecting the battery overnight to reboot and clear the memory circuit. Then reprogram it to your liking again.
It's kind-of like a home computer. Sometimes rebooting the thing gets all back to normal.
It's kind-of like a home computer. Sometimes rebooting the thing gets all back to normal.
Pro
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From: Indianapolis IN
Two things that seem to confuse people a lot about the memory option are:
1) Upon initial entry into the car, the car will only return things to the appropriate settings if you unlocked the car with a key fob.
2) The memory option will only work when the car is not moving. Hitting a memory button whilst the car is in motion has no effect.
When I first got my car, I would frequently forget these two points, and the behavior of the system seemed somewhat arbitrary and capricious. I also cursed a number of times at the climate control system, until I realized that its settings were also being remembered by the memory option.
1) Upon initial entry into the car, the car will only return things to the appropriate settings if you unlocked the car with a key fob.
2) The memory option will only work when the car is not moving. Hitting a memory button whilst the car is in motion has no effect.
When I first got my car, I would frequently forget these two points, and the behavior of the system seemed somewhat arbitrary and capricious. I also cursed a number of times at the climate control system, until I realized that its settings were also being remembered by the memory option.
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From: Anthony TX
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St. Jude Donor '08
Make sure that the ease entry function in the DIC is turned ON. Your FOB's have memory functions assigned to them. If you train your fobs, it will ask you for FOB#1 then FOB #2. It will also allow you to program a third FOB #3. The FOB that you program on #1 is #1 FOB. ect ect! When you want the seat to adjust to your settings, make sure that you use your FOB or press your memory setting button on the door.
Once my seat would not fully retract to the ease entry position. I have long legs and need the seat to go all the way back. Sooo,,, i MANUALLY set the seat to the full rear, full seat lower and full lower seat tilt. I disconnected the battery, reconnected it and re configured all the memory functions. It worked like a champ!
Ron Dittmer & Bill Baird provided good info!!!
Bill C
Once my seat would not fully retract to the ease entry position. I have long legs and need the seat to go all the way back. Sooo,,, i MANUALLY set the seat to the full rear, full seat lower and full lower seat tilt. I disconnected the battery, reconnected it and re configured all the memory functions. It worked like a champ!
Ron Dittmer & Bill Baird provided good info!!!
Bill C
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From: Conroe Texas
Originally Posted by Tiger 650
Anyways, I know I am probably but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?
Thanks!!!!!!!!!
but can anybody help me figure out how to use the memory, or, better yet, deactivate it?Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Drifting
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
Originally Posted by Bill Baird
Two things that seem to confuse people a lot about the memory option are:
1) Upon initial entry into the car, the car will only return things to the appropriate settings if you unlocked the car with a key fob.
2) The memory option will only work when the car is not moving. Hitting a memory button whilst the car is in motion has no effect.
When I first got my car, I would frequently forget these two points, and the behavior of the system seemed somewhat arbitrary and capricious. I also cursed a number of times at the climate control system, until I realized that its settings were also being remembered by the memory option.
1) Upon initial entry into the car, the car will only return things to the appropriate settings if you unlocked the car with a key fob.
2) The memory option will only work when the car is not moving. Hitting a memory button whilst the car is in motion has no effect.
When I first got my car, I would frequently forget these two points, and the behavior of the system seemed somewhat arbitrary and capricious. I also cursed a number of times at the climate control system, until I realized that its settings were also being remembered by the memory option.
Team Owner
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From: East Meadow NY
St. Jude Donor '12
My car is at the dealership now for memory function issues. Mine doesn't work most of the time. I get in the seat starts to adjust and then stops. The memory light just blinks. If I hit it enough times it finally get the seat in the correct position.
I will let you guys know if they find anything....
Chris
I will let you guys know if they find anything....
Chris
I will look after work tonight and give it a try.
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From: Fremont CA
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Originally Posted by chaase
Dealer was able to duplicate my problem with the memory function..They said a "reflash" fixed the problem.
I have a bad feeling that my tune is now gone 8-(
Chris
I have a bad feeling that my tune is now gone 8-(
Chris
Hopefully your tuner has your tune saved on their computer.
Burning Brakes
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From: Spanish Fork Utah
Did you guys know that besides the Memory 1 and Memory 2 buttons, there is a Memory 3 button? There is...press Memory 1 and Memory 2 at the same time to achieve it. If you're wanting to program Memory 3, then hold down both Memory 1 and Memory 2 at the same time for three seconds. Then press both at the same time for recall.
Later,
Shayne
Later,
Shayne