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Saab Key Replacement

It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. It is easy and cheap to get a new car key if you have an additional key.

To add the new key, you'll need to take the electronics off your old key and get it programmed to your car via a special Saab 900 Key tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

The car key is just as easy to copy today as it was twenty years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. The chips offer a great deal of protection against theft and key copying. However, this does not mean that you'll never lose your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Take a look at the places where you typically keep your keys. They could be in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground next to your front entrance. If you are unable to locate your keys, call a locksmith who will come to your car to help you find them.

A dealer can provide you with the new car key in case all your keys are missing. This can be costly and can take a few days. Instead we can reprogram the current computer's EEPROM, and save you money.

The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not the most robust. They can become sticky and even disappear from time to moment. If you're left with just one ignition key that works, you should make a duplicate as soon as possible to avoid problems.

Lockouts

Saab owners should always have a spare key as it's much simpler to replace keys lost or stolen. If you only lose one key, it's not the same. It's costly to purchase another key and requires the dealer installing and programming the new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not from Amazon or eBay).

If you're having problems with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, look for a variety of possible causes. The most common reason is a dead coin cell battery inside the key fob, but it could also be due to worn out buttons and receivers, water damage or module issues.

If the issue continues to persist after you have checked all of these, you may want to try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing the count (in reverse hex) to zero in the ECU. It is necessary to open the case of the key fob in order to do this. This can be accomplished by removing your emergency key from the fob. Once this is done, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Do not pour or drop liquids into the fob, as this could harm the electronic components.

Broken Keys

It can be a traumatic experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly if you do not have an extra. You can reduce the stress when you get your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. We can offer you a set of electronic chips keys in a flash regardless of whether you're located in the middle or close to the closest town.

Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer within the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to steal your car without a unique key. A transponder with a specific code must be included in 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 by a dealer, using the special tool called a Tech-2 or a different kind of software.

It is crucial not to remove the broken key from the lock or ignition. It could damage the lock and create other issues. Attempting to force a broken key out will usually result in breaking the metal key blade or lock mechanism itself. This could be more costly than having a key replacement made by a licensed locksmith.

Replacement

Owners of Saab automobiles manufactured between 1994 and on are advised to have at minimum two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing just one key can be 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. Keys purchased from aftermarket sellers are generally not properly initialized and will not be programmed correctly when you require them.

It is not unusual for the battery in the key fob to wear out after a couple of years of usage, particularly in cases where it is used regularly for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery in most saab key programming 9-3 models can be done easily and doesn't require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB Locksmith can provide this service for 75% less than a dealer would charge. Locksmiths do not need to replace the car's computer, and can re-program the existing EEPROM to accept the new keys. This can save you a lot of money since a brand new car computer can be expensive. It is sensible to call the mobile SAAB Locksmith whenever you need to replace the key fob in your car.