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Saab Key Replacement Car keys being stolen or lost could be extremely annoying. If you have an extra key, adding an additional key to your vehicle is fairly inexpensive and simple. To add the new key, you'll have to take the electronics off the old key fob and be able to program it to your vehicle using a specific Saab tech 2 device. You will pay a price when you put off this process. Lost or Stolen keys The car keys are the same easy to copy today as it was a mere twenty years ago. The only difference is that modern keys have an electronic chip inside of them. The chips provide a large amount of protection from key theft and copying. However, this doesn't mean that you'll never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing you must examine the areas where you normally put your keys. You may find them in your jacket pocket, pants pocket or even lying on the ground near your front door. If you're not able to find your keys, contact a locksmith who will come to your vehicle to help you locate them. If all of your keys are lost the dealer will replace your car computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create an entirely new key for you. This can be expensive and can take a few days. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer and save you money. The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB isn't the most durable. They can become sticky and even disappear from time to the time. It is recommended to make a duplicate of your ignition key if only you have one. This will spare you from any hassles. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to have a spare key because it is easier to replace a lost or stolen one. If you've lost your only key, it's a different story because it's costly to purchase a new one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your car, there are several possibilities for the cause. The most frequent cause is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob, but it can be caused by worn out buttons as well as water damage or receiver module issues. If you've looked them up and still have a problem then you may try to solve the issue yourself by changing the programming of the key. saab 93 key fob replacement is done by changing the number count (in the inverse hex) to zero in the ECU. You'll need to open the case of the key fob to do this. The best method for doing this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Don't spill liquids or drop them into the fob, as this can cause damage to the electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a traumatic experience to have your keys taken from your car, especially in the event that you don't have an extra. You can avoid the hassle by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just around the corner we can supply you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in a short time. Since 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it nearly impossible to steal a vehicle without a particular key. A transponder is required to be incorporated into the keys to allow the car to start and unlock doors. The key also needs a transmitter/transponder chip that needs to be matched with the car's computer module in order to work. This can only be done at a dealer, with the specially designed tool called Tech-2 Tech-2 or a different kind of software. It's important to not try to remove your broken key from your lock or ignition. This could cause damage to the lock, and create other issues. If you attempt to force a key or lock that is broken out, it typically breaks the blade of the key's metal or the mechanism of the lock. This could be more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 onwards are advised to keep two working keys for their car. Replacing just one key can be costly and complex. The dealer must replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also have to program the key to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers is typically not properly programmed and will not be programmed correctly when you need of them. It is not uncommon for the battery to wear out in a keyfob over some time of use especially if the device is used frequently to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith is usually able to complete this at a cost that is 75% less than what a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in the vehicle, and they can reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to accept the new key. This could save you lots of money as a brand new car computer is expensive. It makes sense to contact a mobile SAAB Locksmith anytime you need to replace the key fob in your car.