Saab Key Replacement
It can be very stressful to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have an extra key, adding an additional key to your vehicle is relatively inexpensive and simple.
You'll have to take off your old key fob's electronics and program it into your car using a Saab Tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you.
Lost or Stolen keys
The car keys are the same easy to copy today as it was ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip inside of the keys. These chips offer a lot of protection against theft as well as key copying. However, this doesn't mean that you'll never lose your key.
If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Look around in the places you normally keep your keys. You might find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground near your front entrance. If you're still having trouble finding your keys, you should call a locksmith and ask him to come to your car and help you retrieve the keys.
A dealer can make you new car keys if all keys are missing. This can be very expensive and take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogram your existing computer EEPROM and save you money.
The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not very robust. The buttons can fall out and they can get stuck. It is recommended that you make a duplicate of your ignition key if you just have one. This will protect you from any hassles.
Lockouts
Saab owners should always have a spare key because it's much simpler to replace keys that are lost or stolen. If you lose your primary key, that's a different issue because it's costly to get one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on earlier cars) and also a brand-new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay).
If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking the car, there are many possible causes. The most frequent reason is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob, however it could be caused by worn-out buttons as well as water damage or receiver module issues.
If you've looked them up and the problem is still there it is possible to resolve it yourself by changing the programming of the key. This is done by changing (in reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. You'll need to remove the case of your key fob to perform this. This can be accomplished by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Don't pour or drop liquids into the fob, as this could cause damage to electronic components.
Broken Keys
It can be a stressful experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly when you don't have a spare. Luckily, you can minimize the hassle by having replacement keys created by an experienced auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. If you're in the middle of nowhere or just around the corner, 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 in the vehicle, which makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a specific key. A transponder is required to be incorporated into the key to start the car as well as 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 something that can only be done at a dealer, with the special tool known as Tech-2 Tech-2 or another similar type of software.
It is crucial not to remove the broken key from the lock or ignition. This could damage the lock and create other issues. If you attempt to force the broken lock or key out, it usually breaks the metal blade of the key or the lock mechanism. This can become much more expensive than a key replacement completed by a licensed locksmith.
Replacement
Saab owners from 1994 and onwards are advised to keep two working keys for their car. Replacing the only key is expensive and complicated. saab key will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, as well as the key itself. Furthermore, it will need to be programmed to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers are often not properly initialized and could fail to program correctly when you need them.
It is not unusual to find the battery inside the key fob to wear out after a few years of use, especially in cases where it is used regularly for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery on most SAAB 9-3 models is straightforward and doesn't require any special tools.
A mobile SAAB locksmith will usually be able to do this for 75% less than what a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not have to replace the car's computers and can re-program the existing EEPROM in order to accept the new keys. This can save you a lot of money since a brand new car computer could be quite expensive. This is why it makes sense to call a mobile SAAB locksmith anytime you require an extra key fob to your car.