# Memory control module **URL:** \ **Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\ **Tags:** chevrolet, 2500\ **Created:** [April 28, 2025, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011 "2025-04-28T01:53:02Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![redneckred](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/50afbb/32.png) [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/1 "2025-04-28T01:53:02Z")
I am helping my brother in law replace the driver’s side seat memory control module, part # 15196668. I am seeing some talk on the web saying these have to be programmed to the vehicle. I am seeing some places on the web stating they sell a plug and play part. Are these VIN specific modules that have to be programmed just to keep the seat memory locations? ---
**Author:** ![Tester](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/tester/32/15976_2.png) [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/2 "2025-04-28T02:26:10Z")
> **[15196668 | BCM (Body Control Module) for a Chevrolet Silverado (2003 2004)](https://www.autoecmstore.com/products/15196668)** > > This is a refurbished BCM for a Chevrolet Silverado that is like new. Included in this price is a $100 refundable core deposit. Assume it needs to be programmed with a dealer level scanner/ Tester ---
**Author:** ![redneckred](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/50afbb/32.png) [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/3 "2025-04-28T02:32:08Z")
Yes sir, I saw that one. I don’t have the scanner to program it though. I was looking at this one that was cheaper that would need to be programmed also: > **[Used 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 PICKUP CHASSIS CONT MOD - Riverbend...](https://riverbendrecycled.com/parts/CHEVROLET/SILVERADO_2500_PICKUP/12032/2003/CHASSIS_CONT_MOD/512413/)** > > Order this CHASSIS CONT MOD for your 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 PICKUP and get fast delivery. As well as this one which claims to be plug and play 🙂 > **[15196668 Memory, Seat Module OEM | Chevrolet Silverado - Module Mechanics](https://modulemechanics.com/product/15196668-memory-seat-module-oem-chevrolet-silverado/)** > > Memory, Seat Module Compatible: 2003 Chevrolet Silverado OEM Part Number: 15196668 (See description for more details) ---
**Author:** ![davesmopar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/davesmopar/32/41750_2.png) [@davesmopar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davesmopar)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/4 "2025-04-28T12:57:33Z")
> [@redneckred](#): > > As well as this one which claims to be plug and play 🙂 It might ask for the VIN number at checkout… When I ordered from FLagship One, at checkout I had to give them the VIN for both the ECM and the TCM on a 2009 Cobalt, both were plug-n-play, some of the other place said theirs had to be programmed… I would start the buying process to find out wither way… ---
**Author:** ![ledhed75](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/f6c823/32.png) [@ledhed75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ledhed75)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/5 "2025-04-28T18:19:36Z")
Apologies for my ignorance… But is it possible to just reprogram the seat positions? Our Honda Pilot has memory seat positions, and it’s super easy to add/change positions. I’d think a Chevrolet would be about the same. ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [April 28, 2025, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/6 "2025-04-28T21:20:25Z")
The instructions for replacing the power seat control module do not include any data entry requirements. After installing the module, the seat must be synchronized using the power seat switches to calibrate full movement positions of tilt, recline and fore/aft seat positions into the module’s memory. ---
**Author:** ![redneckred](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/50afbb/32.png) [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2025, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/7 "2025-04-29T02:20:05Z")
So basically, install, readjust the seat, and save the settings? ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2025, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/8 "2025-04-29T02:27:16Z")
Yes, the synchronization procedure involves moving each adjustment through full movement of travel: seat position from front to back, recline from full upright to full recline etc. ---
**Author:** ![redneckred](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/50afbb/32.png) [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2025, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/memory-control-module/200011/9 "2025-04-29T02:35:06Z")
Thank you for that information. Now I just have to find the wiring harness for it. The older module melted getting one of the ends.