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Saab Key Replacement It can be extremely frustrating to lose keys to your car stolen. It is easy and cheap to replace a car key in the event that you have an extra key. To add a new key, you'll need to take the electronics off your old key fob and get it programmed into your vehicle via a technology called saab tech 2. There will be a cost when you put off this process. Lost or Stolen keys The car key is just as easy to make copies of now as it was ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. These chips offer a great degree of protection against key theft and copying. However, this does not mean that you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Take a look at the places where you typically keep your keys. You might find them in your pocket of your jacket or pants or even on the floor beside your front door. If you can't locate your keys, you can call an locksmith who will be sent to your vehicle to assist you find them. A dealer is able to make you the new car key in case all keys are missing. This can be costly and may take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogramme your existing computer's EEPROM to save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key is not very robust. The buttons can break and can become stuck. It is recommended to make a duplicate of your ignition key if you just have one. This will protect you from any hassles. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to always keep a spare key in the car, as it is much simpler to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose only one key, it is a different story. It's expensive to get an additional key, and it requires the dealer installing and programming the TWICE module (Column Integration Module on older cars) and a brand-new OEM key (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having problems with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you need to look for a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob. However, it can be caused by worn out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues. If you've checked these and still have a problem it is possible to resolve it yourself by changing the code in the key. saab key fob is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To accomplish this, you will need to get access to the case of your car key fob. The easiest way to do this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. You can then employ a flathead for removing the fob's case and expose the battery. Do not drop or pour liquids into the fob, as this could cause damage to electronic components. Broken Keys Losing your car keys or lost can be an extremely frustrating experience especially if you don't have a spare. You can avoid the hassle by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. We can give you an electronic set of keys in a flash, whether you are in the middle or near the nearest town. Since 1995, every Saab is required to have an immobilizer for vehicles. This makes it nearly impossible to steal a vehicle without a key. A transponder with a specific code must 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 is something that is only possible at a dealer using the special tool known as a Tech-2 or a different kind of software. It is not recommended to remove your broken key from the ignition or lock. This could cause damage to the lock and cause other issues. Attempting to force a broken key out is usually a result in breaking the metal key blade or the lock mechanism itself. This could be more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Owners of Saab automobiles manufactured between 1994 and upwards are advised to keep at least two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing the sole key is costly and difficult. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics), depending on the model, and also the key itself. In addition, it will need to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket are generally not properly initialized and fail to program correctly when you require them. It is not unusual for a battery to wear out on a keyfob after some time of use particularly if the fob is used frequently to lock and unlock vehicles. The replacement of the battery on many SAAB 9-3 models is easy and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not need to replace the computer in your car and can modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This saves a lot of money since a new car computer can be quite expensive. It makes sense to contact an on-line SAAB Locksmith whenever you want to replace the key fob in your car.