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Saab Key Replacement It can be very frustrating to lose keys to your car stolen. If you have a spare key, adding a new key to your vehicle is comparatively inexpensive and easy. You'll need to take out the old electronic components of your key fob and then program it into your vehicle using a saab Tech 2 device. You'll be charged if you delay this process. Keys stolen or lost It is as easy as ever to copy the keys to your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. The only difference is that modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip within the keys. These chips provide a good deal of protection against key theft and copying. However, this doesn't mean that you will never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Look around in the places you normally keep your keys. You may find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground near your front door. If G28 can't locate your keys, call a locksmith who will come to your vehicle and help you find them. A dealer is able to make you an entirely new car key if all keys are missing. This can be expensive and may take several days to complete. We can reprogram the memory of your computer to save money. The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not very robust. The buttons could fall out and they can get stuck. If you're only left with one ignition key that works you must make a duplicate as soon as you can, to avoid any difficulties. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key since it's much easier to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose only one key, it's an issue since it's expensive to get one and requires a dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking the car, there are several possible reasons. The most common cause is the battery for the coin on the key fob, but it could also be caused by damaged buttons or water damage, signal interference and problems with the receiver module. If the issue persists after having checked all of these, you can try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in reverse the hex) to zero in the ECU. You'll need to remove the case of the key fob to do this. The easiest way to do this is 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. Be careful when doing this 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 can be an extremely painful experience, particularly if you don't have an extra. You can minimize the inconvenience by having replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. We can offer you a set of electronic chips keys within a short time no matter if you're located in the middle of or near the closest town. Since 1995 since 1995, every Saab is required to have an immobilizer for vehicles. This makes it almost impossible to steal a car without a particular key. A transponder with a specific code must be embedded 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 can only be accomplished by dealers using a tool known as Tech-2 or similar software. It is crucial not to remove your broken key from the lock or ignition. This could cause damage to the lock, and create other issues. When you try to force a broken lock or key out, it will usually break the blade of the key's metal or the lock mechanism. This could 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 car. Replacing one key is costly and difficult. The dealer must replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, and also the key itself; plus it must be programmed to work with the new module. Claimed-new key from aftermarket sellers is typically not properly programmed, and will not program correctly when you're in need of one. It is not uncommon for the battery in a key fob to wear down after a couple of years of use, especially when it is frequently used to lock and unlock the car. Fortunately that replacing the battery in most SAAB 9-3 key fob models is quite simple and does not require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this for 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not have to replace the car's computers and can reprogram the EEPROM to accept the new keys. This can help you save cash as a new computer for your car is costly. This is why it makes sense to contact a mobile SAAB locksmith whenever you require the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.