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Saab Key Replacement

Having your car keys stolen or misplacing them can be extremely annoying. If you have a spare key, adding an additional key to your vehicle is relatively cheap and easy.

You'll need to take out the electronic component of your old key fob and then program it to your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. You'll be charged if you delay this process.

Keys lost or stolen

It is as easy as ever to copy the keys to your car as it was 20 years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. These chips provide a good deal of protection against key theft and copying. But this doesn't mean you'll never lose your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing to do is look around where you normally put your keys. You might find them in your pocket of your jacket or pants or even on the floor near your front door. If you are unable to locate your keys, you can call an locksmith who will be sent to your car to help you find them.

If all your keys are lost an authorized dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create new keys for you. This is expensive and could take a few days to complete. Instead we can reprogram the existing computer's EEPROM to save you money.

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons are susceptible to falling out and can become stuck. If you're left with just one working ignition key it is recommended to make copies as quickly as you can, to avoid any difficulties.

Lockouts

Saab owners must always have an extra key since it's much simpler to replace keys lost or stolen. If you lose only one key, it's a different story 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 automobiles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay).

If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking your vehicle, there are a number of possible reasons. The most common cause is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob. However, it could be caused by worn-out buttons, water damage or receiver module issues.

If you've checked these and the problem is still there, you can try to resolve it yourself by reprogramming the key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this, you have access to the case of your car key fob. The best way to do this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Be cautious when doing this and do not pour or drop any liquids into the case as they could harm the electronic components inside.

Broken Keys

It's a painful experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly when you don't have an extra. You can minimize the inconvenience if you have your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. We can provide you a set of electronic chips keys in a matter of minutes, whether you are in the middle or near the nearest town.

Since 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it almost impossible to steal a car without a specific key. The key requires a specific transponder embedded in it to turn on the engine and unlock 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 something that can only be done at an authorized dealer, using the special tool known as a Tech-2 or another similar type of software.

If  linked resource site  is broken in your ignition lock, make sure you don't attempt to remove it by yourself, as this may damage the lock and cause further problems. When you try to force a damaged lock or key out, it will usually break the steel blade of the key or the lock mechanism. This can be much more expensive than hiring a locksmith to replace the key.

Replacement

Owners of Saab automobiles from 1994 and on are advised to have at minimum two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is expensive and difficult. The dealer will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) according to the model, and the key itself. Additionally it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys purchased from aftermarket sellers are usually not properly initialized and will fail to properly program when you need them.

It is not uncommon for the battery in a key fob to wear down after a couple of years of usage, particularly in cases where it is used regularly to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery on many 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 for 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't need to replace the car's computer, and can reprogram the EEPROM to accept the new keys. This saves money since a new car computer could be quite expensive. This is why it makes sense to contact an emergency SAAB locksmith whenever you require an extra key fob to your car.