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Saab Key Replacement Car keys being stolen or lost can be extremely frustrating. If saab ignition key have an extra key, adding the new key to your car is fairly inexpensive and simple. To add a new key, you'll have remove the electronic components from the old key fob and get it programmed to your car via a special SAAB tech 2 device. Procrastinating this process will cost you. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found The car key is the same easy to copy today as it was a mere twenty years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip in the keys. These chips provide a lot of protection against theft as well as key copying. However, this does not mean that you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing you must do is look around in which you typically store your keys. They could be in your pocket of your jacket or pants or even on the floor near your front door. If you still can't find your keys, you should call a locksmith and ask him to come out to your vehicle and assist you in finding them. If all your keys are missing the dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make an entirely new key for you. This can be costly and could take a few days to complete. Instead we can reprogram your existing computer's EEPROM to save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons could fall out and become stuck. You should create a copy of your ignition key if only you have one. This will save you from any inconveniences. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to carry a spare key, since it's much easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose your only key, it's a different story as it's quite expensive to replace it and requires a dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on earlier vehicles) and also a brand-new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible reasons. The most common reason is a dead coin cell battery in the key fob, but it could be caused by worn out buttons, water damage or receiver module issues. If your problem persists after having tried all of these, try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in reverse the hex) to zero in the ECU. You'll need to remove the case of your key fob in order to do this. The easiest way to do this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Be cautious when doing this and don't drop or pour any liquids into the case as they could harm the electronic components within. Broken Keys It can be a stressful experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly in the event that you don't have an extra. It is possible to minimize the hassle by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. It doesn't matter if you're located in the middle of nowhere or just around the corner we can provide you with a new set of electronic chip keys in no time. Since 1995 since 1995, every Saab is required to have an immobilizer for the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to steal a vehicle without a specific key. A transponder with a specific code must be embedded in the key to allow the car to start 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 can only be accomplished by an authorized dealer using a tool called Tech-2 or a similar program. If the key you have damaged in your ignition or lock, make sure you don't attempt to remove it yourself, as it could damage the lock and cause additional problems. If you attempt to force a broken key out typically results in the breaking of the steel key blade or locking mechanism itself. This can be much more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 onwards are advised to have two functioning keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is expensive and difficult. The dealer will need to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also need to program the key to work with the new module. Claimed-new key from aftermarket sellers is usually not properly initialized and will not be programmed correctly when you are in need of one. It is not unusual to find the battery inside a key fob to get worn out after a couple of years of use, particularly when it is used frequently to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery on many SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not have to replace the car's computer. They can reprogram the EEPROM in order to accept the new keys. This can save you a lot of cost since a new car computer could be quite costly. This is why it's logical to call a mobile SAAB locksmith whenever you require the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.