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Saab Key Replacement Car keys being stolen or lost can be very frustrating. If you have an extra key, putting a new key to your car is fairly inexpensive and simple. To add an additional key, you'll have to take the electronics off your old key fob and get it programmed into your car using a technology called saab tech 2. You'll pay a fee for putting off this process. Lost or Stolen Keys The car keys are just as easy to duplicate as it was a mere twenty years ago. The only difference is that modern keys include an electronic chip inside the keys. These chips provide a good amount of protection from key theft and copying. However, this does not mean that you will never misplace your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Check the places you usually keep your keys. You might find them in your pocket of your pants or jacket, or even on the floor next to your front door. If you're unable to locate your keys, you can call a locksmith who will come to your car to help you find them. If all of your keys are lost and you are in need of replacement, a dealer can replace your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to make your a new key. This could be costly and can take a few days. We can reprogram the EEPROM on your computer and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners know that the ignition key is not very robust. The buttons could fall out and they can get stuck. If you're left with just one ignition key that works it is recommended to make another one as soon as possible to avoid issues. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to carry a spare key, as it is much simpler to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose just one key, it is a different story. It's expensive to get the second key, and it will require the dealer to install and program a new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay). If remote control keys are not locking or unlocking your car, there are a variety of possibilities for the cause. saab ignition key G28 is a dead coin battery in the key fob but it could be caused by damaged buttons as well as water damage, signal interference and problems with the receiver module. If the issue persists after having checked all of these, try reprogramming the ignition key. This is done by changing the number count (in inverse in hex) to zero in the ECU. You will need to open the case of your key fob to perform this. This can be accomplished by removing your emergency key from the fob. Once you have done this, you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Do not drop or pour liquids into the fob, as this could cause damage to electronic components. Broken Keys It's a painful experience to lose your car keys stolen, particularly when you don't own a spare. Fortunately, you can reduce the inconvenience by having your replacement keys made by a professional auto locksmith in Bishopthorpe. We can give you an electronic set of keys in no time no matter if you're situated in the middle of the road or near the closest town. Every Saab since 1995 has been required to have an immobilizer within the vehicle. This makes it nearly impossible to take your car away without a unique key. A transponder is required to be incorporated into the keys to start the car and 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 is only possible at a dealer, using the specially designed tool called a Tech-2 or another similar type of software. If your key has been damaged in your ignition or lock, it is crucial that you don't try to extract the key by yourself, as this may damage the lock and cause other issues. Attempting to force a broken key out typically results in the destruction of the key's metal blade or lock mechanism itself. This could be more expensive than hiring a locksmith replace the key. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 and up are advised to keep two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing the sole key is costly and complex. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) depending on the model, as well as the key itself. In addition it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are generally not properly initialized and could fail to program correctly when you need them. It is not unusual to find the battery inside a key fob to degrade after a few years of usage, particularly when it is frequently used to lock and unlock the car. The replacement of the battery on many SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can typically do this for 75% less than what a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths don't have to replace the car's computer, and can reprogram the EEPROM to recognize the new keys. This saves a lot of money as a new car computer could be quite costly. It's logical to contact an emergency SAAB Locksmith whenever you require to replace the key fob on your car.