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Saab Key Replacement It can be a real pain to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, putting a new key to your car is fairly inexpensive and simple. You'll need to get rid of the electronic component of your old key fob and program it into your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you. Lost or Stolen Keys The car key is exactly the same to make copies of now as it was ago. The only difference is that modern keys have an electronic chip in them. The chips offer a great deal of protection against theft as well as key copying. This does not mean you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing you must do is look around where you usually store your keys. You may find them in your purse, jacket pocket or even lying on the ground next to your front door. If you are unable to locate your keys, you can call locksmiths who will come to your vehicle to help you locate them. A dealer can make you an entirely new car key if all your keys are missing. This can be costly and take several days to complete. We can reprogram the memory of your computer and save money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. The buttons could fall out and get stuck. It is recommended to make a duplicate of your ignition key, if you only have one. This will protect you from any hassles. Lockouts Saab owners should have a spare key because it's much easier to replace keys that are lost or stolen. If you lose only one key, it's not the same. It's costly to purchase an additional key, and it requires the dealer to install and program the TWICE module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) as well as a brand-new OEM key (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having problems with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you should investigate the possible causes. The most common reason is a dead battery in the key fob. However, it could be caused by worn out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues. If your problem persists after having tried all of these, you can try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing (in reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this, you have to get access to the case of your car key fob. The easiest way to do this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. saab keys can then use a flathead to remove the fob's case to expose the battery. Be cautious when doing this and make sure you don't pour any liquids into the case since they could damage the electronic components inside. Broken Keys Losing your car keys or lost is a stressful experience, especially if you don't have an extra. You can reduce the stress by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away, we can provide you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in a short time. Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle, which makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a special key. The key requires a transponder in order to start the engine and unlock 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 is something that can only be done at an authorized dealer, using the specialized tool called a Tech-2 or a similar kind of software. It's important to not try to remove the broken key from the ignition or lock. It could damage the lock and cause other problems. If you attempt to force the broken lock or key out, it is likely to break the blade of the key's metal or the lock mechanism. This can be more costly than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 onwards are advised to have two functioning keys for their vehicle. Replacing one key is costly and complex. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed-new from sellers on the aftermarket are usually not properly initialized and will fail to properly program when you need them. It is not unusual for the battery in the key fob to wear out after a few years of use, especially if it is used often for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this for 75% less than what a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't have to replace the car's computer, and can reprogram the EEPROM to recognize the new keys. This saves cost since a new car computer could be quite costly. It's logical to contact the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you require to replace the key fob in your car.