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Saab Key Replacement It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. It's simple and affordable to purchase a new car key if you have an additional key. To add an additional key, you will need remove the electronic components from your old key and get it programmed to your vehicle using a specific SAAB tech 2 device. Procrastinating this process will cost you. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found It's as easy as ever to copy the key to your vehicle as it was 20 years ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. These chips provide a good amount of security against theft and key copying. But this doesn't mean you'll never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing you need to examine the areas where you usually store your keys. They could be in the pockets of your pants or jacket or even in the floor just next to your front door. If you're not able to locate your keys, call an locksmith who will be sent to your vehicle to help you find them. If all your keys are missing, a dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create new keys for you. This can be expensive and take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogram your current computer's EEPROM, and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very robust. The buttons could fall out and can become stuck. If you're stuck with one working ignition key, you should make an additional one as soon as you can, to avoid any problems. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key on hand, because it is easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you've lost your only key, that's a different issue as it's quite costly to purchase a new one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for 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 need to check for several possible causes. The most common is a dead coin battery in the key fob but it can also be caused by damaged buttons, water damage, signal interference or receiver module issues. If you've checked these and your problem persists it is possible to resolve it yourself by changing the code in the key. This is done by changing (in reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this you need access to the case of your car key fob. The best way to do this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. After that, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Don't drop or pour liquids into the fob, as this can damage the electronic components. Broken Keys It's a painful experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly when you don't have a spare. You can reduce the stress when you get your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. We can offer you an electronic chip set of keys within a short time no matter if you're located in the middle or close to the nearest town. Since 1995 in 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it almost impossible to steal a vehicle without a specific key. A transponder is required to be embedded 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 is only possible at a dealer, using the specialized tool called a Tech-2 or a different kind of software. If your key is broken in your ignition lock, it is crucial that you don't attempt to remove it yourself, as it could cause damage to the lock and cause issues. When you try to force the broken lock or key out, it typically breaks the metal blade of the key or the mechanism that locks. This could be more expensive than having a key replacement made by a qualified locksmith. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 onwards are advised to have two functioning keys for their car. Replacing one key is costly and complex. The dealer must replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also need to program the key in order to work with the new module. Keys purchased from aftermarket sellers are usually not properly initialized and will fail to program correctly when you require them. It is not uncommon for the battery in the key fob to wear out after a few years of use, particularly in cases where it is used regularly for locking and unlocking the car. Fortunately replacing the battery on most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is easy and doesn't 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. lost saab key will not have to replace the computer in the car and can change the EEPROM in your current car to accept the new key. This could help you save money since a new computer for your car is expensive. It is sensible to call an on-line SAAB Locksmith whenever you need to replace the key fob on your car.