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Saab Key Replacement It can be a real pain to lose or have your car keys stolen. It is easy and cheap to purchase a new car key in the event that you have an extra key. To add a new key, you'll have remove the electronic components from your old key fob and be able to program it to your car using a SAAB tech 2 device. You'll pay a fee when you put off this process. Lost or Stolen Keys It is as easy as ever to copy the key into your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip in the keys. These chips provide a good amount of protection against key theft and copying. However, this doesn't mean that you'll never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Check the places you usually keep your keys. You may find them inside your jacket or pants or even on the floor beside your front door. If you can't locate your keys, call locksmiths who will come to your car to help you find them. If all your keys are lost the dealer can replace your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create new keys for you. This can be very expensive and may take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM in your computer and save money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key isn't very durable. They often get sticky and the buttons might be removed from time to times. It is recommended to make a duplicate 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 as it is much simpler to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose your only key, it's a different story as it's quite expensive to replace it and requires the dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're experiencing issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you should look for a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is the battery for the coin on the key fob, but it can also be caused by worn buttons and water damage, signal interference and receiver module issues. If you've tried these steps and still have a problem it is possible to solve it yourself by changing the code in the key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To accomplish this, you will need to get 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, saab replacement keys can employ a flathead to lift the fob's casing and expose the battery. Don't drop or pour liquids into the fob, as this can harm the electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a stressful experience to lose your keys taken from your vehicle, especially when you don't own a spare. Fortunately, you can lessen the inconvenience by having your replacement keys created by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can offer you a set of electronic chips keys in a matter of minutes regardless of whether you're located in the middle of or near the nearest town. Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a specific key. A transponder is required to be included 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 done by a dealer using the special tool known as a Tech-2 or another similar type of software. If the key you have broken in your ignition or lock, it is crucial that you don't attempt to get it out it by yourself, since this could damage the lock and cause further problems. When you try to force the broken lock or key out, it will usually break the metal blade of the key or the mechanism of the lock. This can be much more expensive than a key replacement done by a licensed locksmith. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 and beyond are advised to have two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing the only key is expensive and complicated. The dealer will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics), depending on the model, as well as the key itself. Additionally it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are usually not properly programmed and may not be programmed correctly when you need them. It is not uncommon for the battery in a key fob to wear down after a few years of use, particularly if it is used often for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models is straightforward and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB Locksmith can provide this service for 75% less than the dealer would charge. A locksmith will not have to replace the computer in your car, and will usually reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to accept the new key. This could help you save dollars since a new car computer is costly. It's logical to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you require to replace the key fob in your car.