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Saab Key Replacement

The loss of your car keys or lost can be very frustrating. If you have a spare key, adding a new key to your vehicle is fairly inexpensive and simple.

To add an additional key, you will need to take the electronics off your old key fob, and be able to program it to your car using a Saab tech 2 device. Procrastinating this process will cost you.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

It's as simple as ever to copy the key onto your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys come with an electronic chip inside them. These chips offer a great degree of protection against key theft and copying. This does not mean you will never misplace your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Check the places you usually keep your keys. They may be hidden inside your pants or jacket or even on the floor near your front door. If you are unable to locate your keys, call locksmiths who will come to your vehicle to help you locate them.

If all of your keys are lost and you are in need of replacement saab car keys, a dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make new keys for you. This can be expensive and take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer, and save you money.

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key is not very robust. The buttons could fall out and can become stuck. If you're stuck with one working ignition key it is best to create another one as soon as you can, to avoid any problems.

Lockouts

Saab owners should always have an extra key since it's easier to replace lost or stolen ones. If you lose just one key, it is a different matter. It's costly to buy a second key and requires the dealer to install and program the TWICE module (Column Integration Module for older vehicles) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).

If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking the car, there are a variety of possible causes. The most frequent cause is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob, however it could be caused by worn out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues.

If your issue continues to persist even 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. It is necessary to open the case of your key fob to do this. The most efficient method to accomplish this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. You can then employ a flathead for removing the case from the fob and expose the battery. Be careful when opening the case and make sure you don't pour any liquids into the case as they could harm the electronic components inside.

Broken Keys

Car keys being stolen or lost is a difficult experience, especially if don't have spare keys. Luckily, you can ease the stress by having replacement keys made by an expert auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can provide you an electronic chip set of keys in a matter of minutes no matter if you're in the middle or near the nearest town.

Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer in the vehicle, near which makes it nearly impossible to take your car away without a unique key. The key needs a special transponder that is embedded in it in order to start the engine and 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 known as Tech-2 or other similar software.

It's important to not try to remove the broken key from the ignition or lock. This could cause damage to the lock and create other issues. When you try to force a key or lock that is broken out, it usually breaks the steel blade of the key or the lock mechanism. This could be much more costly than having a key replacement completed by a professional locksmith.

Replacement

Owners of Saab cars from about 1994 and beyond are advised to have at least two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing the only key is expensive and complicated. The dealer must replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, based on the model. They will also have to program the key to work with the new module. Claimed-new key from aftermarket sellers is typically not properly programmed, and will not program correctly when you are in need of them.

It is not unusual for the battery in a key fob to get worn out after a couple of years of use, particularly if it is used often for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models is simple and does not require any special tools.

A mobile saab car key replacement locksmith can usually do this for 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. A locksmith will not have to replace the computer in your car and can change the EEPROM in your current car to accept the new key. This can save you lots of money since a new car computer is costly. This is why it is logical to call an emergency SAAB locksmith whenever you need an extra key fob to your vehicle.