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Saab Key Replacement

Losing your car keys or Lost saab keys can be extremely annoying. If you have an extra key, adding a new key to your vehicle is comparatively inexpensive and easy.

To add the new key, you'll have remove the electronic components from your old key and have it programmed to your car using a SAAB tech 2 device. You'll pay a fee if you delay this process.

Keys lost or stolen

The car keys are just as easy to copy today as it was a mere twenty years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. These chips provide a good amount of protection from key theft and copying. However, this doesn't mean that you'll never lose your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing to do is check the places in which you typically store your keys. They could be in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even on the ground near your front door. If you're not able to find your keys, contact locksmiths who will come to your vehicle to help you find them.

A dealer can provide you with the new car key in case all keys are missing. This can be very expensive and may take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogram the existing computer's EEPROM and save you money.

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key is not very robust. The buttons could fall out and they can get stuck. You should make a copy of your ignition key if you just have one. This will spare you from any hassles.

Lockouts

Saab owners must always have an extra key in case of need as it's much easier to replace keys lost or stolen. If you lose just one key, it's a different story. It's costly to purchase an additional key, and it requires the dealer installing and programming a new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).

If you're having issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you should check for several possible causes. The most frequent reason is a dead coin cell battery inside the key fob, but it can be caused by worn-out buttons, water damage or receiver module issues.

If the issue continues to persist after you have checked all of these, try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the count (in reverse the hex) to zero in the ECU. In order to do this, you 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. You can then employ a flathead to lift the fob's casing and expose the battery. Be careful while doing this and do not pour or drop any liquids inside the fob because they could damage the electronic components inside.

Broken Keys

Car keys being stolen or lost can be an extremely difficult experience, Lost saab keys especially if don't have an extra. Fortunately, you can reduce the hassle by having replacement keys made by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. It doesn't matter if you're located in the middle of nowhere or just a few blocks away we can provide you with a new set of electronic chip keys in no time.

Every saab 9-3 key fob programming since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle, which makes it nearly impossible to steal your car without a specific key. The key must have a transponder inside it to turn on 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 can only be accomplished by dealers using a specific tool known as Tech-2 or other similar software.

It's important to not try to remove the broken key from your ignition or lock. It could damage the lock and result in other problems. When you try to force a damaged lock or key out, it will usually break the blade of the metal key or the mechanism for the lock. This could be more expensive than having the key replacement made by a qualified locksmith.

Replacement

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

It is not uncommon for the battery in the key fob to degrade after a few years of use, particularly when it is frequently used for locking and unlocking the car. Fortunately that replacing the battery in most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is simple and does not require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB locksmith is usually able to complete this for 75% less than what a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't have to replace the car's computer, and can re-program the existing EEPROM to accept the new keys. This can save you a significant amount of money since a new computer for your car is expensive. This is the reason it makes sense to contact a mobile SAAB locksmith anytime you require an alternative key fob for your car.