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Saab Key Replacement

It can be extremely frustrating to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, attaching the new key to your car is relatively cheap and easy.

To add the new key, you will need to take the electronics off your old key fob, and be able to program it to your car via a special saab tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you.

Keys stolen or lost

It is as easy as ever to copy the key to your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip in them. These chips provide a lot of security against theft and key copying. However, this doesn't mean that you will never misplace your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Look around in the places you normally keep your keys. You might find them in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even on the ground next to your front entrance. If you can't locate your keys, you can call locksmiths who will come to your vehicle to help you locate them.

A dealer is able to make you a new car key if all your keys are missing. This can be costly and can take a few days. Instead, we can reprogram your existing computer EEPROM and save you money.

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key is not very durable. The buttons are susceptible to falling out and get stuck. You should make a copy of your ignition key, if you only have one. This will protect you from any inconveniences.

Lockouts

Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key because it is simpler to replace a lost or stolen one. If you only lose one key, it's an entirely different story. It's costly to buy an additional key, and it requires the dealer installing and programming the TWICE Module (Column Integration Module for older cars) and a brand-new OEM key (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).

If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your car, there are a variety of possible causes.  The Key Lab  is a dead coin battery in the key fob, but it can be caused by worn buttons and water damage, signal interference or problems with the receiver module.

If the issue continues to persist after having checked all of these options, you can 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 remove the case of the key fob to perform 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 pour or drop liquids into the fob as it could cause damage to the electronic components.

Broken Keys

The loss of your car keys or lost can be a frustrating experience especially if you don't have spare keys. Luckily, you can minimize the inconvenience by having your replacement keys created by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can give you an electronic set of keys in a matter of minutes regardless of whether you're in the middle or near the nearest town.

Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle, which makes it virtually impossible to steal your car without a key. The key needs a special 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 can only be done by dealers using a specific tool called Tech-2 or other similar software.

If your key is damaged in your ignition lock, make sure you don't attempt to extract it by yourself, as this could damage the lock and cause additional issues. If you attempt to force a key or lock that is broken out, it is likely to break the steel blade of the key or the mechanism of the lock. This can be more expensive than hiring a locksmith to replace the key.

Replacement

Owners of Saab automobiles manufactured between 1994 and on are advised to have at least two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is expensive and complicated. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, based on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers is usually not properly initialized and will not be programmed correctly when you are in need of them.

It is not uncommon to find the battery inside a key fob to degrade after a few years of use, particularly in cases where it is used regularly for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery in most SAAB 9-3 models is easy and doesn't require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB locksmith can usually do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. A locksmith will not have to replace the computer in the car either and can usually reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to accept the new key. This saves money as a new car computer could be quite expensive. This is the reason it makes sense to contact an emergency SAAB locksmith whenever you need an alternative key fob for your vehicle.