Saab Key Replacement

It can be very frustrating to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, putting an additional key to your car is relatively cheap and easy.

To add the new key, you'll need remove the electronic components from your old key and have it programmed to your vehicle using a specific technology called saab tech 2. Doing this delay will cost you.

Lost or Stolen Keys

It's as easy as ever to copy the keys to your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip within the keys. These chips offer a great degree of protection against key theft and Saab Key Replacement copying. However, this does not mean that you will never lose 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 inside your pants or jacket, or even on the floor beside your front door. If you are still unable to locate your keys, you should contact a locksmith to come to your car and help you retrieve them.

If all your keys are lost the dealer will replace your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create your a new key. This could be costly and take several days. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer and save you money.

The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not the most robust. The buttons are susceptible to falling out and become stuck. You should create a copy of your ignition key, if you only have one. This will save you from any inconveniences.

Lockouts

Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key on hand, as it is much easier to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose just one key, it's not the same. It's expensive to add the second key, and it will require the dealer installing and programming the TWICE module (Column Integration Module for older vehicles) as well as a brand-new OEM key (not purchased 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 a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob, but it could also be due to worn out buttons, water damage or receiver module issues.

If you've looked them up and your problem persists then you may try to fix it yourself by changing the programming of the key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this, you have access to the case of your car key fob. The best way to do this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Then, you can employ a flathead to lift the case from the fob and expose the battery. Be careful while doing this and avoid pouring or dropping any liquids into the case since they could damage the electronic components within.

Broken Keys

Losing your car keys or lost is a stressful experience, especially if you don't have spare keys. Fortunately, you can reduce the inconvenience by having your replacement keys created by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can offer you the electronic chips keys within a short time no matter if you're located in the middle of or near the nearest town.

Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a special key. The key must have a transponder that is embedded in it to turn on 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 is something that is only possible at a dealer, with the special tool called Tech-2 Tech-2 or a different type of software.

If your key has been damaged in your ignition lock, it's important that you don't attempt to extract it yourself, as this may damage the lock and cause further issues. Attempting to force a broken key out usually only results in the breaking of the metal key blade or the lock mechanism itself. This can be much more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key.

Replacement

Owners of saab 93 replacement key automobiles from 1994 and on are advised to keep at least two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing the sole key is costly 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. In addition it must be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are generally not properly initialized and will fail to program correctly when you require them.

It is not uncommon that the battery wears out on a keyfob following some time of use particularly if the fob is frequently used to lock and unlock a car. Fortunately the replacement of the battery on most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite simple and does not require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB Locksmith can perform this service for 75% less money than a dealer would charge. A locksmith will not have to replace the computer in the car, and will usually reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to accept the new key. This saves a lot of cost since a new car computer could be quite expensive. It is sensible to call the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you require to replace the key fob on your car.