A small battery that is connected to a car’s 12 volt socket or OBD port while the battery is being replaced. The memory saver applies just enough voltage and current to keep data in RAM alive until the new battery is installed.
Should I use a memory saver?
“They are not effective or worth the risk. I-CAR also teaches not to use them.” Jeff Peevy, I-CAR’s director of field operations, concurred. “A memory saver can complete circuits that removing the battery opens in order to protect the system, and so a memory saver could put systems at risk,” Peevy said.
How do you change a battery without losing the memory?
- Step 1 – Find your battery. …
- Step 2 – Set up your secondary power source. …
- Step 3 – Remove clamp holding your battery in place. …
- Step 4 – Remove your old battery. …
- Step 5 – Connect your new battery. …
- Step 6 – Clamp your new battery in place. …
- Step 7 – Test.
