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Saab Key Replacement It can be very stressful to lose or have your car keys stolen. It's simple and affordable to replace a car key if you have an extra key. To add the new key, you'll have to remove the electronics from your old key fob, and get it programmed to your vehicle using a specific saab tech 2 device. Delaying this process can cost you. Keys stolen or lost The car keys are equally easy to duplicate as it was a mere twenty years ago. The only difference is that modern keys have an electronic chip inside of the keys. These chips provide a huge 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 to do is check the places where you usually store your keys. They could be in your jacket pocket, pants pocket or even on the ground near your front door. If you still can't find your keys, call a locksmith and ask him to come to your car and assist you in locating them. If all your keys are lost, a dealer will repair your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make an entirely new key for you. This can be expensive and can take several days to complete. We can reprogram the EEPROM of your computer and save you money. The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB isn't the most robust. The buttons could fall out and become stuck. You should create a copy of your ignition key if you only have one. thekeylab.co.uk will save you from any inconveniences. Lockouts Saab owners should have a spare key because it's easier to replace keys that have been stolen or lost. If you lose your only key it's a different matter since it's expensive to replace it and requires a dealer to install and program a new TWICE module (Column Integration Module in earlier automobiles) and also a brand new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If you're having problems with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you need to check for several possible causes. The most common reason is a dead battery inside the key fob, but it could also be due to worn-out buttons as well as water damage or receiver module issues. If your problem persists after you have tried all of these options, you can try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in inverse hex) to zero in the ECU. You'll need to open the case of your key fob in order to do this. This can be accomplished by removing the emergency key from the fob. You can then employ a flathead for removing the case from the fob and expose the battery. Don't pour or drop liquids into the fob, since this could cause damage to electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a traumatic experience to lose your keys taken from your car, especially in the event that you don't have a spare. Luckily, you can ease the inconvenience by having your replacement keys created by an experienced auto locksmith from Bishopthorpe. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away we can provide you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in no time. Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer within the vehicle. This makes it almost impossible to steal your car without a key. The key needs a special 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 done by a dealer using the specially designed tool called a Tech-2 or a different kind of software. It is crucial not to remove your broken key from your lock or ignition. This could damage the lock and cause other issues. If you attempt to force a damaged lock or key out, it is likely to break the blade of the key's metal or the lock mechanism. This could be more expensive than hiring a locksmith to replace the key. Replacement Owners of Saab cars from about 1994 and beyond are advised to have at a minimum two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing just one key can be expensive and difficult. The dealer must replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, as well as the key itself; plus it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Claimed-new key from aftermarket sellers is usually not properly initialized, and will not program correctly when you're in need of them. It is not unusual that the battery wears out in a keyfob over a few use years particularly if the fob is used frequently for locking and unlocking a car. The replacement of the battery in most SAAB 9-3 models is simple and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith will usually be able to do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer would charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't have to replace the car's computer. They can reprogram the EEPROM to recognize the new keys. This saves money as a new car computer could be quite expensive. This is why it makes sense to call an emergency SAAB locksmith anytime you require an alternative key fob for your vehicle.