Saab Key Replacement
It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. It's easy and inexpensive to add a new car key in the event that you have an additional key.
To add a new key, you will need to remove the electronics from your old key fob and have it programmed to your vehicle via a SAAB tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you.
Keys lost or stolen
The car keys are the same easy to make copies of now as it was ago. The only difference is that modern keys include an electronic chip inside them. These chips provide a lot of protection from theft and key 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 to do is to look over the places where you normally put your keys. You might find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even on the ground next to your front entrance. If you're not able to find your keys, contact locksmiths who will come to your car to help you locate them.
If all your keys are lost an authorized dealer can replace your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make a new key for you. This can be costly and take several days. Instead we can reprogramme your existing computer's EEPROM and save you money.
03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key is not very durable. The buttons could fall out and they can get stuck. It is recommended to make a duplicate of your ignition key if only you have one. This will save you from any hassles.
Lockouts
Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key since it's much easier to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose your only key, that's a different issue because it's costly to replace it and requires a dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module for earlier vehicles) and a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay).
If you're having issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you need to examine the causes for a variety of possible reasons. The most common reason is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob, but it can be caused by worn-out buttons and receivers, water damage or module issues.
If you've checked these and still have a problem, you can try to solve it yourself by reprogramming the key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. To do this, you have to get access to the case of your car key fob. This can be accomplished by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once you have done this, you can use a screwdriver with a flat head to open the case and expose the battery. Be careful when opening the case and make sure you don't pour any liquids inside the fob as they could harm the electronic components within.
Broken Keys
Losing your car keys or lost is a painful experience, particularly if you don't have an extra. You can reduce the stress by having your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. If you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few blocks away we can provide you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in no time.
Every Saab since 1995 is required to have an immobilizer system in the vehicle, which makes it almost impossible to steal your car without a key. The key needs a special transponder that is embedded in it in order to start 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. G28CarKeys is something that can only be done by an authorized dealer, using the special tool known as a Tech-2 or a similar kind of software.
If you find that your key has been damaged in your ignition lock, make sure you don't attempt to extract it yourself, as it could damage the lock and cause other problems. The attempt to force a broken key out will usually result in breaking the metal key blade or the mechanism of the lock itself. This can become much more expensive than having a key replacement made by a locksmith who is certified.
Replacement
Owners of Saab vehicles from around 1994 and beyond are advised to have at minimum two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing the only key is costly and difficult. The dealer will need to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also have to program the key in order to work with the new module. Keys purchased from aftermarket sellers are usually not properly initialized and will not program correctly when you require them.
It is not unusual for the battery to wear out in a keyfob after several years of use especially if the device is used frequently for locking and unlocking cars. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models is simple and doesn't require any special tools.
A mobile SAAB locksmith is usually able to complete this at a cost that is 75% less than what a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not need to replace the car's computer. They can reprogram the EEPROM so that it can accept the new keys. This can help you save cash as a new car computer is costly. It is sensible to call an emergency SAAB Locksmith whenever you need to replace the key fob on your car.