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Saab Key Replacement It can be extremely frustrating to lose or have your car keys stolen. It's easy and inexpensive to get a new car key if you own an additional key. You'll need to take out your old key fob's electronics and program it into your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. Doing this delay will cost you. Keys stolen or lost It's as easy as ever to copy the key onto your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip inside them. The chips provide a large deal of protection against key theft and 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 you should examine the areas where you usually keep your keys. You may find them inside your jacket or pants or even on the floor next to your front door. If you can't locate your keys, you can call an locksmith who will be sent to your vehicle and help you locate them. A dealer is able to make you a new car key if all keys are missing. This can be expensive and take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogramme your current computer's EEPROM, and save you money. The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not the most durable. They often get sticky and the buttons may be removed from time to time. It is recommended that you make a duplicate of your ignition key if only you have one. This will protect you from any hassles. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key because it's easier to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose your only key, that's a different issue because it's costly to replace it and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for earlier cars) and also a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking your car, there are a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob, however it could also be due to worn-out buttons as well as water damage or receiver module issues. If you've done these checks and still have a problem, you can try to solve the issue yourself by changing the program of the key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To accomplish this, you will need access to the case of your car key fob. This can be done by removing the emergency key from the fob. Then, you can employ a flathead for removing the case from the fob and expose the battery. Don't pour or drop liquids in the fob, as this could damage the electronic components. Broken Keys It's a painful experience to have your keys taken from your vehicle, especially when you don't own an extra. You can avoid 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 a few miles away we can supply you with a fresh set of electronic chip keys in a short time. Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer inside the vehicle, which makes it virtually impossible to take your car away without a specific key. A transponder is required to be included in the key to turn on the car 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 done by a dealer, with the special tool called a Tech-2 or a different kind of software. If the key you have damaged in your ignition or lock, make sure you don't attempt to extract it by yourself, since this could damage the lock and cause additional issues. In the event that you try to force a damaged key out typically results in breaking the metal key blade or lock mechanism itself. This can be a lot more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 and up are advised to have two functioning keys for their vehicle. Replacing the only key is costly and complex. The dealer will need to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, based on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers is typically not properly programmed and cannot be programmed correctly when you require of them. It is not unusual for the battery to wear out on a keyfob following several years of use particularly if the keyfob is frequently used for locking and unlocking cars. saab key fob replacement of the battery in most SAAB 9-3 models is straightforward and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can usually do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in the car either and can usually change the EEPROM in your current car to accept the new key. This can save you a significant amount of dollars since a new computer for your car is costly. This is why it is logical to contact an on-demand SAAB locksmith whenever you need an alternative key fob for your vehicle.