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Saab Key Replacement It can be extremely frustrating to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, adding a new key to your vehicle is fairly inexpensive and simple. You'll need to take out the old electronic key fob and then program it to your car using a saab Technology 2 device. You'll be charged for putting off this process. Keys that have been stolen or lost are The car keys are just as easy to duplicate as it was twenty years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. The chips offer a great deal of security 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! Check the places you usually keep your keys. They could be in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even on the ground next to your front entrance. If you're still having trouble finding your keys, contact a locksmith who will come to your car and assist you in locating the keys. A dealer can create new car keys if all your keys are missing. This can be costly and can take a few days. Instead we can reprogramme your existing computer's EEPROM to save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons can fall out and become stuck. You should make a copy of your ignition key if only you have one. This will save you from any inconveniences. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to keep a spare key in the car, because it's easier to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose only one key, it is a different story. It's costly to buy the second key, and it will require the dealer to install and program the TWICE Module (Column Integration Module on older cars) and an OEM key that is brand new (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your car, there are several possible reasons. The most common reason is a dead coin cell battery in the key fob, however it could also be due to worn out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues. If your problem persists after having checked all of these, you may want to try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in inverse Hex) to zero in the ECU. It is necessary to open the case of the key fob in order to do this. This can be accomplished by removing your 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. Don't spill liquids or drop them into the fob, since this could damage the electronic components. Broken Keys Having your car keys stolen or lost can be an extremely frustrating experience especially if you don't have a spare. Fortunately, you can lessen the inconvenience by having your replacement keys made by an expert auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can give you a set of electronic chips keys in no time no matter if you're located in the middle of 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 key. The key requires a specific transponder inside it in order 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 is only possible at a dealer using the specialized tool called a Tech-2 or a similar type of software. It is not recommended to remove your broken key from your ignition or lock. This could damage the lock and result in other problems. If you attempt to force a broken key out usually only results in the destruction of the key's metal blade or the mechanism of the lock itself. This can be much more expensive than having a key replacement made by a locksmith who is certified. Replacement Owners of Saab cars from about 1994 and up are advised to have at minimum two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing replacement saab key is expensive and complex. The dealer must replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, as well as the key itself; plus, it will need to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys purchased from aftermarket sellers are typically not properly initialized and fail to properly program when you require them. It is not unusual to find the battery inside the key fob to degrade after a few years of use, particularly in cases where it is used regularly to lock and unlock the car. Fortunately, replacing the battery in most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite simple and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith will usually be able to do this at a cost that is 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't need to replace the car's computer, and can re-program the existing EEPROM so that it can accept the new keys. This could save you lots of money as a brand new computer for your car is expensive. This is why it makes sense to call an emergency SAAB locksmith whenever you require an alternative key fob for your car.