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Saab Key Replacement It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. If you have an extra key, adding the new key to your car is relatively inexpensive and simple. You'll need to take out the old electronic key fob and program it to your car using a saab Tech 2 device. You'll pay a fee when you put off this process. Lost or Stolen Keys The car keys are just as easy to copy today as it was ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. These chips provide a good amount 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! Be sure to check where you usually keep your keys. They may be hidden in your pocket of your pants or jacket, or even on the floor beside your front door. If you are unable to find your keys, contact a locksmith who will come to your vehicle to help you find them. If all your keys are lost an authorized dealer will replace your car computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create your a new key. replacement saab key thekeylab.co.uk is expensive and may 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 the most durable. The buttons are susceptible to falling out and they can get stuck. If you're down to one ignition key that works it is best to create a duplicate as soon as possible to avoid problems. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to keep a spare key in the car, because it is simpler to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose your only key, that's a different issue as it's quite expensive to add one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for earlier vehicles) and also a brand-new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your vehicle, there are a number of possible reasons. The most common reason is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob. However, it could also be due to worn-out buttons or water damage, or receiver module issues. If your issue continues to persist even after you have tried all of these, you can try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. In order to do this, you need access to the case of your car key fob. The best way to do this is to remove the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Be careful while doing this and do not pour or drop any liquids in the fob as they could harm the electronic components within. Broken Keys Car keys being stolen or lost is a painful experience, particularly if you don't have spare keys. Luckily, you can ease the hassle by having replacement keys created by an experienced auto locksmith from Bishopthorpe. 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 is required to have an immobilizer system within the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to take your car away without a special key. The key needs a special transponder embedded in it 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 is something that can only be done by a dealer using the specialized tool called a Tech-2 or another similar type of software. If the key you have broken in your ignition lock, it is crucial that you don't attempt to remove it yourself, as it could cause damage to the lock and cause further problems. If you attempt to force a key or lock that is broken out, it typically breaks the steel blade of the key or the mechanism that locks. This could be more expensive than having the key replacement done by a licensed locksmith. Replacement Saab owners from 1994 onwards are advised to keep two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing just one key can be costly and complicated. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also need to program the key to work with the new module. Claimed-new key from aftermarket sellers are usually not properly initialized, and will not program correctly when you are in need of them. It is not uncommon to find the battery inside a 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 in most SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily 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 need to replace the computer in the car and can change the EEPROM in your current car to accept the new key. This can save you a lot of dollars since a new computer for your car is costly. It's logical to contact a mobile SAAB Locksmith anytime you need to replace the key fob on your car.