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Saab Key Replacement The loss of your car keys or lost is extremely annoying. If you have an extra key, adding a new key to your car is relatively cheap and easy. To add a new key, you'll need to take the electronics off your old key fob and be able to program it to your car via a special Saab tech 2 device. You will pay a price in the event that you delay this procedure. Keys stolen or lost The car key is exactly the same to copy today as it was ago. The only difference is that modern keys include an electronic chip inside of them. These chips provide a good deal of protection against key theft and copying. However, this does not mean that you will never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Look around in the places you normally keep your keys. You may find them in your jacket pocket, pants pocket or even on the ground next to your front entrance. If you are unable to find your keys, contact locksmiths who will come to your vehicle and help you locate them. If all of your keys are missing the dealer will replace your car computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create new keys for you. This can be very expensive and can take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons can break and they can get stuck. It is recommended to make a duplicate of your ignition key if you just have one. This will spare you from any inconveniences. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to have a spare key on hand, because it's easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose your primary key, it's an issue since it's expensive to add one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module in earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you need to examine the causes for a variety of possible reasons. The most frequent reason is a dead coin cell battery in the key fob. However, it can be caused by worn-out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues. If the issue continues to persist after you have tried all of these, you can try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. saab 93 key fob replacement will need to open the case of your key fob to accomplish this. This can be accomplished by removing your emergency keys from the fob. Once you have done this, 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 could damage the electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a traumatic experience to have your keys taken from your car, especially when you don't have an extra. You can minimize the inconvenience when you get your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. We can supply you with an electronic set of keys in no time regardless of whether you're situated in the middle of the road or near the closest town. Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle, which makes it nearly impossible to take your car away without a special key. The key requires a specific transponder that is embedded in it in order to start the engine and then open your 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 is only possible at an authorized dealer, using the special tool called a Tech-2 or a different kind of software. It is crucial not to remove your broken key from the lock or ignition. This could cause damage to the lock, and create other issues. When you try to force a broken lock or key out, it usually breaks the metal blade of the key or the mechanism of the lock. This can be much more expensive than having the key replacement made by a locksmith who is certified. Replacement Owners of Saab automobiles from 1994 and upwards are advised to have at a minimum two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing only one key is expensive and complicated. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are often not properly initialized and fail to program correctly when you need them. It is not uncommon for the battery to wear out in a keyfob after a couple of years of usage especially if the device is frequently used for locking and unlocking cars. The replacement of the battery on most SAAB 9-3 models is straightforward and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB Locksmith can perform this service for 75% less than dealers would charge. Locksmiths don't have to replace the computer in the vehicle, and they can modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This can save a lot of money as a new car computer could be quite expensive. It is sensible to call an on-line SAAB Locksmith whenever you want to replace the key fob on your car.