Saab Key Replacement
It can be very frustrating to lose or have your car keys stolen. If you have an extra key, adding the new key to your vehicle is relatively cheap and easy.
You'll have to take off the electronic component of your old key fob and program it to your car using a saab Technology 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you.
Keys lost or stolen
It is as easy as ever to copy the key into your vehicle, just as it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip inside of the keys. These chips offer a lot of security against theft and key copying. But this doesn't mean 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. They could be in your pocket of your jacket or pants or even in the floor just next to your front door. If you're not able to locate your keys, you can call a locksmith who will go to your vehicle and help you locate them.
A dealer is able to make you an entirely new car key if all keys are missing. This can be costly and can take a few days. Instead we can reprogram the existing computer EEPROM and save you money.
03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key is not very robust. The buttons could fall out and they can get stuck. If you're stuck with one working ignition key, you should make an additional one as soon as possible to avoid difficulties.
Lockouts
Saab owners should have an extra key since it's much easier to replace keys that are lost or stolen. If you lose only one key, it's a different matter. It's expensive to add a second key and requires the dealer installing and programming a new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module for older vehicles) and an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).
If you're experiencing issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, look for a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is the battery for the coin on the key fob, but it could also be caused by worn buttons or water damage, signal interference and problems with the receiver module.
If your problem persists after you have checked all of these, try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in reverse hex) to zero in the ECU. To accomplish this, you will need to get access to the case of your car key fob. The best way to do 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. Be careful when doing this and make sure you don't pour any liquids into the case because they could damage the electronic components inside.
Broken Keys
The loss of your car keys or lost is a difficult experience, especially if don't have spare keys. Luckily, you can ease the stress by having replacement keys made by an experienced auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can give you the electronic chips keys in no time regardless of whether you're located in the middle of or near the nearest town.
saab 93 key since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle. This makes it virtually impossible to take your car away without a key. The key requires a specific transponder that is embedded in it for it to start 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 can only be accomplished by dealers using a specific tool called Tech-2 or other similar software.
If your key has been damaged in your ignition lock, it's vital that you don't try to extract the key by yourself, as this may damage the lock and cause issues. When you try to force a broken lock or key out, it will usually break the metal blade of the key or the mechanism that locks. This can be a lot more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key.
Replacement
Owners of Saab vehicles from around 1994 and on are advised to have at a minimum two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing the sole key is costly and difficult. The dealer must replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics), depending on the model, as well as the key itself. In addition it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers is typically not properly programmed, and will not program correctly when you need of them.
It is not unusual to find the battery inside a key fob to wear down after a few years of use, especially when it is used frequently for locking and unlocking the car. Fortunately replacing the battery on most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite easy and doesn't require any special tools.
A mobile SAAB Locksmith can do this service at a cost of 75% less than a dealer would charge. Locksmiths do 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 can help you save dollars since a new computer for your car is expensive. It makes sense to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith anytime you need to replace the key fob in your car.