Saab Key Replacement

It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. If you have an extra key, putting an additional key to your vehicle is fairly inexpensive and simple.

To add an additional key, you'll need remove the electronic components from your old key fob and be able to program it to your car using a saab 93 key fob tech 2 device. You will pay a price when you put off this process.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

The car keys are equally easy to copy today like it was a decade ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip inside the keys. These chips provide a huge amount of protection from key theft and copying. But this doesn't mean you'll never lose your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Look around in the places you normally keep your keys. They could be in your jacket pocket, pants pocket or even lying on the ground near your front door. If you are still unable to locate your keys, call a locksmith and ask him to come out to your vehicle and help you retrieve keys.

A dealer can make you new car keys if all your keys are missing. This could be costly and take several days. 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 isn't very durable. The buttons could fall out and become stuck. If you're down to one ignition key that works, you should make another one as soon as possible to avoid any inconveniences.

Lockouts

Saab owners should always carry a spare key because it's much easier to replace lost or stolen ones. If you lose just one key, it is a different story. It's costly to purchase a second key and requires the dealer installing and programming the new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module for older vehicles) as well as a brand new OEM key (not from Amazon or eBay).

If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your car, there are many possibilities for the cause. The most common cause is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob, however it could 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 options, you can try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing (in reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. You'll need to open the case of your key fob in order to do this. The easiest way to do this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. You can then use a flathead tool to remove the case from the fob and expose the battery. Do not drop or pour liquids into the fob as it could damage the electronic components.

Broken Keys

It can be a frustrating 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. If you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few blocks away we can provide you with a fresh set of electronic chip keys in no time.

Every Saab key battery replacement since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system inside the vehicle, which makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a key. The key requires a specific transponder inside it in order to start the engine and 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 can only be accomplished by dealers using a tool called Tech-2 or a similar program.

It's important to not try to remove the broken key from your lock or ignition. This could damage the lock and result in other problems. The attempt to force a broken key out is usually a result in the breaking of the metal key blade or locking mechanism itself. This can be more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key.

Replacement

Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 onwards are advised to have two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing the only key is costly and complex. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, as well as the key itself. Furthermore it must be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are typically not properly initialized and will not be programmed correctly when you need them.

It is not uncommon for a battery how to program saab 9-3 key fob wear out in a keyfob after a few use years particularly if the keyfob is used frequently for locking and unlocking the car. Fortunately, replacing the battery in the majority of SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite easy and doesn't require any special tools.

A mobile saab 93 key fob locksmith can usually 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 the vehicle, and they can modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This can save a lot of cost since a new car computer can be expensive. This is why it's logical to call a mobile SAAB locksmith anytime you require an alternative key fob for your vehicle.