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Saab Key Replacement

It can be a real pain to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, putting a new key to your car is relatively inexpensive and simple.

You'll have to take off the old electronic components of your key fob and then program it into your car using a saab Tech 2 device. Procrastinating this process will cost you.

Lost or Stolen keys

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

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing to do is look around in which you typically store your keys. You may find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground next to your front door. If you can't find your keys, contact locksmiths who will come to your car to help you locate them.

If all your keys are lost, a dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make your a new key. This can be costly and could take a few days to complete. Instead we can reprogram the current computer's EEPROM, and save you money.

The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB isn't the most durable. The buttons can fall out and get stuck. You should make a copy of your ignition key if you just have one. This will spare you from any inconveniences.

Lockouts

Saab owners are advised to have a spare key because it is easier to replace a stolen or lost saab key one. If you lose only one key, it's a different matter. It's costly to purchase an additional key, and it requires the dealer to install and program the TWICE Module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) and an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).

If your remote control keys are not locking or unlocking the car, there are a variety of possible causes. Most likely is the battery for the coin on the key fob but it could be caused by worn buttons as well as water damage, signal interference and problems with the receiver module.

If you've done these checks but the issue persists you can attempt to fix it yourself by changing the program of the key. This is done by changing the number count (in inverse 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. This can be accomplished by removing your emergency keys from the fob. You can then employ a flathead for removing the case from the fob and expose the battery. Don't spill liquids or drop them into the fob as it could cause damage to electronic components.

Broken Keys

It's a painful experience to lose your keys taken from your car, especially in the event that you don't have a spare. It is possible to minimize the hassle by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. Whether you are in the middle of nowhere or just a few blocks away we can provide you with a fresh set of electronic chip keys in no time.

Every saab 93 key programming since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle. This makes it nearly impossible to steal your car without a specific key. The key requires a specific transponder inside it to allow it to start the engine and unlock 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 done by dealers using a tool known as Tech-2 or other similar software.

If you find that your key has been damaged in your ignition lock, make sure you don't attempt to remove it yourself, as it could damage the lock and cause issues. If you attempt to force a broken lock or key out, it will usually break the steel blade of the key or the mechanism of the lock. This could be much more expensive than a key replacement done by a professional locksmith.

Replacement

Owners of Saab key programmer automobiles from 1994 and on are advised to have at least two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing one key is expensive and complex. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket is usually not properly initialized and therefore cannot be programmed correctly when you are in need of them.

It is not uncommon that the battery wears out in a keyfob after some time of use, especially if the fob is used frequently for locking and unlocking vehicles. The replacement of the battery on all saab key fob programming 9-3 models is easy and doesn't require any special tools.

A mobile saab key fob Locksmith can offer this service for 75% less money than a dealer would charge. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in your vehicle, and they can modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This can save a lot of money since a brand new car computer could be quite expensive. It's logical to contact an on-line SAAB Locksmith whenever you want to replace the key fob on your car.