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Saab Key Replacement The loss of your car keys or misplacing them can be extremely inconvenient. If you have an extra key, putting the new key to your vehicle is relatively cheap and easy. You'll need to take out the electronic component of your old key fob and then program it to your vehicle using a saab Tech 2 device. You'll be charged when you put off this process. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found The car key is just as easy to make copies of now 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 does not mean that you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Take a look at the places where you typically keep your keys. You might find them in your jacket pocket, pants pocket or even lying on the ground next to your front entrance. If you can't locate your keys, call a locksmith who will come to your car to help you find them. A dealer can create new car keys if all keys are missing. This can be expensive and can take a few days. Instead, we can reprogram your current computer's EEPROM, and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very robust. They often get sticky and the buttons might fall out from time to time. If you're only left with one ignition key that works it is best to create copies as quickly as you can to avoid any problems. Lockouts Saab owners must always have an extra key since it's much easier to replace keys that are lost or stolen. If you lose your only key, that's a different issue as it's quite costly to purchase a new one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module in earlier automobiles) and also a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you need to check for several possible causes. The most frequent cause is an empty battery on the key fob, but it can be caused by damaged buttons as well as water damage, signal interference, and problems with the receiver module. If you've looked them up and still have a problem then you may try to resolve 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. You'll need to remove the case of the key fob to accomplish this. The most efficient method to accomplish this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once you have done this, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Be careful while doing this and do not pour or drop any liquids into the fob since they could damage the electronic components within. Broken Keys It can be a stressful experience to lose your keys taken from your vehicle, especially if you do not have a spare. You can minimize the inconvenience by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just around the corner we can provide you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in no time. Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system inside the vehicle, which makes it almost impossible to steal your car without a special key. A special transponder must be incorporated into the keys to start the car as well as 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 by a dealer using the specialized tool called a Tech-2 or another similar type of software. It is important not to try to remove the broken key from the ignition or lock. This could damage the lock, and cause other issues. If you attempt to force a broken key out will usually result in the breaking of the steel key blade or locking mechanism itself. This can be more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 and beyond are advised to keep two working keys for their car. Replacing only 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 to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers are often not properly programmed and may fail to program correctly when you need them. saab key code is not uncommon for the battery to wear out on a keyfob after some time of use particularly if the fob is used frequently to lock and unlock a 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 do not need to replace the car's computer, and can re-program the existing EEPROM in order to accept the new keys. This can help you save cash as a new car computer is expensive. It makes sense to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you need to replace the key fob in your car.