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Jan 26, 2009 | 06:03 AM

jbewley

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Holding Computer settings

I set my computer to show MPH in the rev counter. Sometimes when I re-start the car it holds that and other times it returns to Time & Temp requireing a re-set. Is this normal??

Jim

Jan 26, 2009 | 07:16 AM

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No, it is not. Mine only does anything like that when I've disconnected and reconnected the engine battery. Sorry I don't have any troubleshooting tips besides asking your SA.

Jan 26, 2009 | 08:35 AM

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are you sure you are using the same key fob? The settings are saved in the key fobs and if you use one when you set it and then grab the other on your next trip, that could explain it.

Jan 26, 2009 | 09:36 AM

jbewley

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Originally Posted by woohoo

are you sure you are using the same key fob? The settings are saved in the key fobs and if you use one when you set it and then grab the other on your next trip, that could explain it.

Nope, same fob. It seems to hapen mostly when it is very cold out (19 to 25 degrees). Yesterday I set it, drove to the store and had to re-et it.

Jim

Jan 26, 2009 | 07:15 PM

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^^If it keeps coming back after re-setting it most likely it needs to be reprogrammed which only the Mini service dept. can do.

Jan 27, 2009 | 05:50 AM

jbewley

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^^If it keeps coming back after re-setting it most likely it needs to be reprogrammed which only the Mini service dept. can do.

I'll get them to check that too when they re-adjust my headlights.

Jim

Jan 27, 2009 | 06:44 AM

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Not exactly the same issue but on real cold mornings sometimes my time and date are reset. Possibly same issue, ill be taking mine in on friday to have it checked out.