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Saab Key Replacement Having your car keys stolen or lost can be extremely inconvenient. If you have an extra key, adding an additional key to your vehicle is relatively cheap and easy. To add the new key, you'll need to take the electronics off the old key fob and be able to program it to your car using a technology called saab tech 2. There will be a cost if you delay this process. Keys stolen or lost It's as simple as ever to copy the key into your vehicle as it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip within them. These chips provide a lot of protection against theft and key copying. But this doesn't mean you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing to do is check the places where you usually keep your keys. You may find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground next to your front entrance. If you can't locate your keys, you can call an locksmith who will be sent to your car to help you locate them. If all your keys are missing the dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create new keys for you. This can be costly and may take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogram your current computer's EEPROM, and save you money. The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not the most durable. They often get sticky and the buttons might break from time moment. If you're only left with one ignition key that works, you should make another 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 lost or stolen ones. If you lose only one key, it's a different story as it's quite costly to replace it and requires a dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module in earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking your car, there are several possible reasons. The most common cause is the battery of the coin that is dead in the key fob, but it could also be caused by worn buttons as well as water damage, signal interference, and receiver module issues. If you've tried these steps and still have a problem it is possible to fix it yourself by changing the code in the key. This is done by changing (in reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this, you have access to the case of your car key fob. This can be done by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Do not drop or pour liquids into the fob, as this can cause damage to the electronic components. Broken Keys Car keys being stolen or lost can be a stressful experience, especially if you don't have spare keys. It is possible to minimize the hassle by having replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. If you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away, we can provide you with a fresh set of electronic chip keys in no time. Since saab 93 key since 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it nearly impossible to steal a car without a key. A transponder is required to be embedded 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 is something that can only be done at an authorized dealer, using the specially designed tool called Tech-2 Tech-2 or a different type of software. If your key is damaged in your ignition or lock, it is crucial that you don't attempt to extract the key by yourself, as this could damage the lock and cause further problems. The attempt to force a broken key out typically results in breaking the metal key blade or the lock mechanism itself. This can be much more expensive than hiring a locksmith to replace the key. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 and onwards are advised to have two functioning keys for their car. Replacing one key is expensive and complicated. The dealer must replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, based on the model. They will also need to program the key to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket are often not properly initialized and could fail to program correctly when you require them. It is not unusual to find the battery inside the key fob to wear out after a couple of years of use, especially when it is frequently used for locking and unlocking the car. Fortunately, replacing the battery in the majority of SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite easy and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can usually do this for 75% less than a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in the vehicle, and they can change the EEPROM in your current car to accept the new key. This can save you a lot of money since a brand new car computer could be expensive. It makes sense to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith anytime you need to replace the key fob in your car.