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Saab Key Replacement Losing your car keys or lost could be extremely frustrating. If you have an extra key, attaching the new key to your vehicle is relatively cheap and easy. You'll have to take off the electronic component of your old key fob and then program it into your car using a saab Tech 2 device. There will be a cost when you put off this process. Keys that were stolen or lost are not found The car keys are the same easy to make copies of now as it was a mere twenty years ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. The chips provide a large deal 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. They could be in the pockets of your jacket or pants or even on the floor next to your front door. If you're still unable to locate your keys, you should call a locksmith and ask him to visit your vehicle and assist you in locating them. If all your keys are missing and you are in need of replacement, a dealer will replace your car computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make your a new key. This could be costly and can take a few days. Instead, we can reprogram your existing computer's EEPROM and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. They tend to become sticky, and the buttons may break from time the time. If you're left with just one working ignition key it is recommended to make an additional one as soon as you can, to avoid any problems. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to carry a spare key, because it's simpler to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose only one key, it's a different story since it's expensive to get one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on older automobiles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having problems 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 damaged buttons or water damage, signal interference or receiver module issues. If you've done these checks and the problem is still there you can attempt to fix it yourself by changing the programming of the key. This is accomplished by changing the number count (in reverse in hex) to zero in the ECU. In order to do this, you need access to the case of your car key fob. This can be accomplished by removing your emergency keys from the fob. Once you have done this, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Don't pour or drop liquids in the fob as it could harm the electronic components. Broken Keys It's a painful experience to lose your keys taken from your car, especially when you don't own an extra. It is possible to minimize the hassle by having replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. If you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away, we can provide you with a new set of electronic chip keys in a short time. Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer system within the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a specific key. The key must have a transponder to turn on the engine and then open 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 can only be accomplished by dealers using a specific tool called Tech-2 or a similar program. It is important not to try to remove the broken key from the ignition or lock. This could damage the lock and result in other problems. When you try to force a key or lock that is broken out, it usually breaks the blade of the key's metal or the mechanism that locks. This could be more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 and beyond are advised to have two functioning keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is expensive and difficult. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, based on the model. They will also need to program the key in order to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers are typically not properly initialized and will fail to properly program when you need them. It is not unusual to find the battery inside a key fob to wear down after a few years of use, especially if it is used often to lock and unlock the car. Fortunately replacing the battery on the majority of SAAB 9-3 key fob models is simple and does not require any special tools. saab ignition key replacement can provide this service at a cost of 75% less than dealers would charge. Locksmiths don't have to replace the computer in the car either and can usually modify your existing EEPROM to accept the new key. This can save you a significant amount of money as a brand new car computer is costly. This is why it is logical to contact an on-demand SAAB locksmith whenever you need an alternative key fob for your car.