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Saab Key Replacement It can be extremely frustrating to lose or have your car keys stolen. If you have an extra key, adding a new key to your vehicle is comparatively inexpensive and easy. You will need to remove the electronic component of your old key fob and program it into your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. If you delay this process, it will cost you. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found It is as easy as ever to copy the keys to your car as it was 20 years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. The chips provide a large degree 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! The first thing to do is to look over the places in which you typically store your keys. You might find them in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground near your front door. If you're still unable to locate your keys, call a locksmith and ask him to come out to your vehicle and assist you in locating the keys. A dealer can create new car keys if all keys are missing. This can be very expensive and may take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM in your computer and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key is not very durable. They are often sticky and the buttons can even be removed from time to moment. If you're left with just one working ignition key you must make an additional one as soon as you can, to avoid any problems. Lockouts Saab owners should always have a spare key as it's much simpler to replace keys that have been stolen or lost. If you lose only one key it's a different matter as it's quite costly to add one and requires the dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for earlier cars) and also a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys are not locking or unlocking the car, there are a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is a dead coin battery in the key fob. However, it can be caused by worn buttons or water damage, signal interference and issues with the receiver module. If you've looked them up and your problem persists you can attempt to solve it yourself by changing the program of the key. This is done by changing the number count (in reverse the hex) to zero in the ECU. You'll need to remove the case of your key fob in order to do this. The best way to do this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. Once you have done this, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Do not pour or drop liquids into the fob, as this could harm the electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a stressful experience to lose your keys taken from your car, especially when you don't have an extra. It is possible to minimize the hassle when you get your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. We can supply you with an electronic chip set of keys within a short time regardless of whether you're situated in the middle of the road or near the closest town. Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle. This makes it virtually impossible to take your car away without a unique key. The key requires a specific transponder embedded in it to allow it 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 specific tool known as Tech-2 or a similar program. If your key has been broken in your ignition lock, it's vital that you don't attempt to get it out it by yourself, as this may damage the lock and cause further issues. In the event that you try to force a damaged key out usually only results in breaking the metal key blade or the mechanism of the lock itself. This can be much more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 onwards are advised to have two functioning keys for their vehicle. Replacing saab 900 key is costly and difficult. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics), depending on the model, and the key itself. In addition, it will need to be programmed to work with the new module. The key that is claimed to be new from the aftermarket is typically not properly programmed and will not be programmed correctly when you are in need of one. It is not uncommon for a battery to wear out on a keyfob following some time of use particularly if the fob is frequently used to lock and unlock a car. Fortunately, replacing the battery in most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite easy and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't have to replace the car's computers and can reprogram the EEPROM to accept the new keys. This saves money as a new car computer can be quite expensive. This is why it's logical to contact an on-demand SAAB locksmith whenever you need the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.