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Saab Key Replacement The loss of your car keys or lost could be extremely annoying. It is easy and cheap to add a new car key if there is an extra key. To add the new key, you'll need to remove the electronics from the old key fob and have it programmed to your vehicle using a specific Saab tech 2 device. If you delay this process, it will cost you. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found It's as simple as ever to copy the key onto your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. The chips provide a large amount of protection against key theft and copying. However, this doesn't mean that you will 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 on the ground next to your front door. If you are unable to locate your keys, you can call locksmiths who will come to your vehicle to help you find them. A dealer can make you the new car key in case all your keys are missing. This can be costly and may take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer to save money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons are susceptible to falling out and become stuck. If you're left with just one working ignition key, you should make copies as quickly as possible to avoid problems. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to carry a spare key, because it's easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose only one key, it is an entirely different story. It's expensive to add another key and requires the dealer installing and programming the TWICE Module (Column Integration Module for older cars) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not from Amazon or eBay). If remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking the car, there are many possibilities for the cause. The most frequent reason is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob. However, it can be caused by worn out buttons and receivers, water damage or module issues. If you've tried these steps and still have a problem, 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 accomplish this, you will need to get access to the case of your car key fob. The best method for doing this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once saab replacement key G28 Car Keys have done this, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Be careful when opening the case and do not pour or drop any liquids inside the fob as they could harm the electronic components within. Broken Keys The loss of your car keys or lost can be a painful experience, particularly if you don't have spare keys. You can avoid the hassle if you have your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. We can offer you an electronic set of keys in a flash no matter if you're located in the middle of or near the nearest town. Since 1995 since 1995, every Saab is required to have an immobilizer on the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to steal a car without a particular key. The key must have a transponder embedded in it to allow it to start the engine and then 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 is only possible at a dealer, using the specially designed tool called a Tech-2 or a different type of software. It is important not to try to remove your broken key from your lock or ignition. This could damage the lock and cause other issues. In the event that you try to force a damaged key out is usually a result in breaking the metal key blade or locking mechanism itself. This can be a lot more costly than hiring a locksmith to replace the key. Replacement Owners of Saab automobiles from 1994 and beyond are advised to have at minimum two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is costly and difficult. The dealer will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) in accordance with the model, and also the key itself; plus it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket typically are not properly initialized and will not be programmed correctly when you require of them. It is not uncommon for the battery in a key fob to get worn out after a couple of years of use, particularly when it is frequently used to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery on most SAAB 9-3 models is straightforward and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith is usually able to complete this at a cost that is 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in your car and can modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This saves cost since a new car computer can be very expensive. This is why it makes sense to contact an emergency SAAB locksmith whenever you need the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.