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Having your car keys stolen or lost could be extremely inconvenient. If you have a spare key, adding an additional key to your car is fairly inexpensive and simple.

To add a new key, you'll have remove the electronic components from your old key fob and have it programmed to your vehicle via a saab spare key tech 2 device. You'll pay a fee when you put off this process.

Keys that were stolen or lost are not found

It's as easy as ever to copy the keys to your vehicle just like it was 20 years ago. Modern keys are equipped with an electronic chip. The chips provide a large amount of protection from key theft and copying. This does not mean you'll never lose your key.

If you do lose your keys, don't panic! The first thing to do is to look over the places in which you typically store your keys. You may find them in your pockets of your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground near your front entrance. If you are still unable to locate your keys, call a locksmith to arrive at your vehicle and assist you in finding keys.

If all of your keys are lost, a dealer will replace your car computer (saab replacement key CIM or saab 900 key Twice) in order to create your a new key. This can be very expensive and take several days to complete. Instead we can reprogram your existing computer's EEPROM to save you money.

The ignition key on the 03-11 SAAB is not very durable. The buttons can break and get stuck. If you're left with just one working ignition key it is recommended to make another one as soon as you can to avoid any issues.

Lockouts

Saab owners are advised to always have a spare key on hand, since it's much simpler to replace a lost or stolen one. If you lose only one key, it is a different story. It's expensive to get another key and requires the dealer to install and program the new TWICE Module (Column Integration Module for older vehicles) as well as an OEM key that is brand new (not purchased from Amazon or eBay).

If you're experiencing issues with your remote control keys not locking or unlocking your car, you should check for several possible causes. The most common reason is a dead battery inside the key fob, however it can be caused by worn out buttons and receivers, water damage or module issues.

If the issue persists after having checked all of these options, you can try reprogramming your ignition key. This is accomplished by changing the number count (in the inverse in hex) to zero in the ECU. In order to do this, you need to get access to the case of your car key fob. The best method for doing this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Then, you can use a flathead to remove the case from the fob and expose the battery. Don't pour or drop liquids in the fob, as this could damage the electronic components.

Broken Keys

It can be a traumatic experience to lose your keys taken from your vehicle, especially when you don't own a spare. You can avoid the hassle if you have your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by an experienced locksmith. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just around the corner, we can provide you with a brand new set of electronic chip keys in a short time.

Since 1995, every Saab is required to have a vehicle immobilizer. This makes it nearly impossible to steal a car without a key. The key must have a transponder inside it in order to start the engine and 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. This is something that can only be done by an authorized dealer, using the special tool called Tech-2 Tech-2 or a similar kind of software.

If you find that your key has been damaged in your ignition lock, it's important that you don't attempt to extract the key by yourself, as it could cause damage to the lock and cause additional issues. When you try to force a key or lock that is broken out, it usually breaks the blade of the key's metal or the mechanism that locks. This can be much more expensive than a key replacement done by a licensed locksmith.

Replacement

Owners of Saab vehicles from around 1994 and upwards are advised to keep at least two keys that work for their vehicle. Replacing one key is costly and complex. The dealer will have to replace both the CIM (Column Integration module) or TWICE, depending on the model. They will also need to program the key to work with the new module. Claimed-new keys from aftermarket sellers are typically not properly programmed and may not program correctly when you require them.

It is not unusual for the battery to wear out in a keyfob over several years of use especially if the device is used frequently to lock and unlock cars. The replacement of the battery on all SAAB 9-3 models can be done easily and doesn't require any special tools.

A mobile SAAB Locksmith can do this service for 75% less than a dealer would charge. Locksmiths will not need to replace the computer in the car, and will usually reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to accept the new key. This can help you save dollars since a new car computer is costly. This is why it makes sense to contact a mobile SAAB locksmith whenever you need the replacement of a key fob for your car.