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Saab Key Replacement

Car keys being stolen or misplacing them can be extremely annoying. If you have a spare key, adding the new key to your car is relatively cheap and easy.

You'll have to take off the old electronic components of your key fob and program it into your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. Procrastinating this process will cost you.

Keys lost or stolen

The key to your car is the same easy to copy today as it was twenty years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. These chips provide a huge amount of protection from 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! The first thing you must examine the areas where you usually store your keys. They may be hidden in your pocket of your pants or jacket, or even in the floor just next to your front door. If you are still unable to locate your keys, you should contact a locksmith who will come to your car and assist you in locating the keys.

If all your keys are missing, a dealer can replace your car's computer (saab 93 key fob replacement CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make an entirely new key for you. This can be expensive and may take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogramme your current computer's EEPROM, and save you money.

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key isn't very robust. They tend to become sticky, and the buttons might be removed from time to the time. If you're down to one ignition key that works it is recommended to make another one as soon as you can, to avoid any issues.

Lockouts

Saab owners are advised to have a spare key because it's easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose your only key, it's an issue since it's expensive to add one and requires the dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) and also a brand-new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay).

If you're experiencing issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, investigate the possible causes. The most common cause is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob. However, it could also be due to worn out buttons as well as water damage or receiver module issues.

If your issue continues to persist even after you have tried all of these, try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. You'll need to open the case of the key fob to accomplish this. The best method for doing 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 cautious when doing this and don't drop or pour any liquids in the fob since they could damage the electronic components within.

Broken Keys

Having your car keys stolen or lost can be a stressful experience, especially if you don't have spare keys. Luckily, you can ease the stress by having replacement saab 9-3 Key keys made by an experienced auto locksmith from Bishopthorpe. We can offer you a set of electronic chips keys within a short time no matter if you're located in the middle of or near the nearest town.

Since 1995 in 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it nearly impossible to steal a car without a specific key. A transponder that is specialized for the vehicle must be included in the key to turn on the car 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 can only be done by an authorized dealer using a tool known as Tech-2 or other similar software.

It is crucial not to remove your broken key from your ignition or lock. This could cause damage to the lock and result in other problems. When you try to force the broken lock or key out, it typically breaks the steel blade of the key or the mechanism for the lock. This could be more expensive than a key replacement completed by a licensed locksmith.

Replacement

Owners of Saab automobiles from 1994 and upwards are advised to keep at least two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing only one key is expensive and complicated. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) in accordance with the model, as well as the key itself. In addition it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket are often not properly initialized and fail to program correctly when you need them.

It is not uncommon for a battery to wear out on a keyfob after a few use years particularly if the fob is used frequently to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery in most SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and does not require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB Locksmith can perform this service for 75% less than the dealer would charge. Locksmiths don't need to replace the car's computers and can reprogram the EEPROM in order to accept the new keys. This can help you save money as a brand new car computer is costly. It's sensible to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you want to replace the key fob on your car.