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Old 06-07-2009, 12:52 AM
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seat memory problem

Hey all. So i just noticed today that my memory seat function doesnt work. I just checked all the applicable fuses, and everything was fine. The green light next to the "1" or "2" doesnt light up, but the backlight does. Ive tried to press the red button to re-program it, and have tried just about everything i could think of, with no result. Any ideas? I hate having something that doesnt work on my car!

P.S. Both seats recline/slide is all directions.
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same thing happened to mine. exactly as how you said it. All fuses are fine. I think you might have to replace the memory seat switch behind the door handle panel. I asked acura and they said the piece was 61.xx
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hmm it's weird. I rarely use it, so I may just ignore it. What I was wondering is if there is a seperate module/chip somewhere that holds the settings or if it's contained in the button assembly
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You may have accidentally unlinked the remote.

Try holding the lock and unlock on the remote for a few seconds. Then lock the door, then unlock the door and see if anything happens.
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Originally Posted by black label
You may have accidentally unlinked the remote.

Try holding the lock and unlock on the remote for a few seconds. Then lock the door, then unlock the door and see if anything happens.
when you say then lock then unlock, is that with the remote or using the switch inside the car?
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same problem with my car. hopefully someone knows how to fix it and for cheap. it does not bother me but it would be nice to have it working
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Originally Posted by camaroracer016
when you say then lock then unlock, is that with the remote or using the switch inside the car?
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You may have accidentally unlinked the remote.

Try holding the lock and unlock on the remote for a few seconds. Then lock the door, then unlock the door and see if anything happens.


You'll see your remote light (the little red one) flash either once or twice. If my memory is correct 2 blinks means you just unlinked it, one means you just relinked it.

It's the unlock signal from the remote that initiates the memory seat function and the opening of the door that completes it. Once you have determined that the remote is linked to the car. Lock the door (it doesn't matter how) then unlock it with the remote then open the door. You should at least see the memory seat light on the drivers door come on at that point.

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just tried that, still not working. Any other ideas?
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Originally Posted by camaroracer016
just tried that, still not working. Any other ideas?
Did the little red light blink once or twice? If it blinked twice, repeat the procedure so it blinks once. If that doesn't remedy the situation, I'd say it was the switch the chineseguy spoke of.
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I tried it both ways, with it blinking once and twice, still no dice. Guess i need that switch, But like i was wondering earlier, is this a all in one unit? or is there a seperate unit.
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Originally Posted by camaroracer016
I tried it both ways, with it blinking once and twice, still no dice. Guess i need that switch, But like i was wondering earlier, is this a all in one unit? or is there a seperate unit.
That I can't say,

I worked for Acura for about 4 years and I'd say 95% of the memory seat issues were due to accidentally unlinking the remote. It would have been nice if it was a easy fix.
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From another thread:

Originally Posted by civicdrivr
I dont have a scanner at my house so bear with me.

Displaying Diagnostic Trouble Code:

1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Press are three buttons at the same time.
3. Turn ignition to ON (II) and wait at least 1 second, then release the buttons.
4. After one second, the position button indicators will blink to show the DTC.

*If there is no DTC stored, the indicators blink only once.

*If there is a DTC stored, the first digit is indicated by the number of long (1 second) blinks, and the second is idicated by the number of short (.26 second) blinks. There will be a 3 second break between each DTC if there are multiple codes.

To exit DTC indication, turn ignition off.

Post back what you see. You'll see 3 long blinks, then either 1, 2, 3, or 7 quick blinks.
That tells you what is wrong. Remember, these cars are filled with computers, so it may not just be the switch. It can bee the power mirror controller, the power seat controller, hell, it could be the speed sensor wire for it.
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I just went and did that, Both lights light up for about 3 seconds and thats it. I tried to liink/unlink again, and still doesnt work. This is very irritating!
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So no codes....check the wiring going into the switch.
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wiring should all be fine. I used a test light on the wires and they lit up like a xmas tree. Ground and to battery was all fine. It's most likely the switch. I actually have my car in the shop for a valve adjustment and they're going to take a look at the memory switch for me. I'll keep you updated. Hopefully I get the car back today or tomorrow
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Originally Posted by ChineseGuyinthe415
wiring should all be fine. I used a test light on the wires and they lit up like a xmas tree. Ground and to battery was all fine. It's most likely the switch. I actually have my car in the shop for a valve adjustment and they're going to take a look at the memory switch for me. I'll keep you updated. Hopefully I get the car back today or tomorrow
ok. cool man, let me know!
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just got the car back and yea its the switch
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Did yours do the same thing as mine with the codes? Light up 3 seconds and that's it. Just wanna make sure we have the same problem before I drop 61$ on a switch
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mine just didn't even light up at all. Push the buttons and nothing happened
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Even when you did the diag test?
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