Saab Key Replacement

The loss of your car keys or lost can be very frustrating. It is easy and cheap to purchase a new car key in the event that you have an extra key.

To add an additional key, you'll need to take the electronics off your old key and get it programmed to your vehicle via a saab tech 2 device. You will pay a price for putting off this process.

Lost or Stolen keys

The car keys are just as easy to make copies of now as it was ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. These chips offer a great amount 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! The first thing you must do is look around where you normally put your keys. You may find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even on the ground next to your front door. If you're still unable how to program saab 9-3 key fob locate your keys, call a locksmith and ask him to come out to your vehicle and assist you in retrieving keys.

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

03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key isn't very durable. They can become sticky and the buttons might fall out from time to times. If you're only left with one working ignition key it is best to create copies as quickly as you can, to avoid any issues.

Lockouts

saab car key owners must always have an extra key since it's much easier to replace keys lost or stolen. If you only lose one key, it's not the same. It's costly to buy another key and requires the dealer installing and programming the TWICE module (Column Integration Module for older cars) as well as a brand new OEM key (not from Amazon or eBay).

If remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking your car, there are many possible reasons. The most common reason is a dead coin-cell battery in the key fob, however it can be caused by 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 reverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. It is necessary to open the case of the key fob to do this. This can be done by removing the emergency key from the fob. You can then employ a flathead to lift the case from the fob and expose the battery. Be careful while 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 frustrating experience especially if you don't have an extra. Fortunately, you can reduce the stress by having replacement keys made by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. Whether you are in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away we can supply you with a new set of electronic chip keys in no time.

Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to steal your car without a key. The key requires a specific transponder in order to start the engine and unlock 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 a dealer using a special tool known as Tech-2 or a similar program.

It is important not to try to remove the broken key from your ignition or lock. This could cause damage to the lock, and result in other problems. If you attempt to force a broken key out usually only results in the breaking of the metal key blade or lock mechanism itself. This could be much more expensive than having the key replacement made by a locksmith who is certified.

Replacement

Owners of Saab vehicles from around 1994 and upwards are advised to have at minimum two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing just one key can be expensive and complex. The dealer must replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, and the key itself; plus it must be programmed to work with the new module. The key that is claimed to be new from the aftermarket are usually not properly initialized, and will not program correctly when you need of them.

It is not unusual that the battery wears out on a keyfob after some time of use particularly if the fob is frequently used for locking and unlocking a car. Fortunately the replacement of the battery on 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 at a cost that is 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't need to replace the car's computer and can reprogram the EEPROM to recognize the new keys. This saves money since a brand new car computer could be expensive. This is why it's logical to call a mobile saab keys locksmith whenever you require the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.