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saab ignition key replacement being stolen or lost can be very frustrating. If you have an extra key, adding the new key to your car is fairly inexpensive and simple. You will need to remove the old electronic key fob and program it into your car using a saab Tech 2 device. Doing this delay will cost you. Lost or Stolen Keys The car keys are the same easy to make copies of now like it was a decade ago. Modern keys come with an electronic chip. These chips provide a lot of protection against theft as well as key copying. However, this does not mean that you will never lose your key. If you do lose your keys, don't panic! Be sure to check where you usually keep your keys. You might find them in your pockets for your jacket, pants or even lying on the ground next to your front entrance. If you still can't find your keys, contact a locksmith who will come out to your vehicle and assist you in locating keys. If all of your keys are lost the dealer can replace your car's computer (SAAB CIM or SAAB Twice) in order to create an entirely new key for you. This can be expensive and can take a few days. We can reprogram the EEPROM in your computer, and save you money. 03-11 SAAB 9-3 owners are aware that the ignition key isn't very robust. They are often sticky and the buttons might break from time times. If you're only left with one working ignition key it is best to create another one as soon as you can to avoid any inconveniences. Lockouts Saab owners are advised to have a spare key because it is simpler to replace a stolen or lost one. If you lose only one key, it's an issue because it's costly to purchase a new one and requires the dealer to install and program a brand new TWICE module (Column Integration Module on older vehicles) and also a brand-new key that is OEM (not from Amazon or eBay). If your remote control keys aren't locking or unlocking your car, there are many possible reasons. The most frequent cause is a dead coin-cell battery inside the key fob. However, it could be caused by worn-out buttons, water damage or receiver module issues. If your problem persists after having checked all of these, you may want to try reprogramming your ignition key. This is done by changing (in inverse Hex) the number count to zero in the ECU. You'll need to open the case of your key fob to accomplish this. The best method for doing this is by removing the emergency key from the fob. Once this is done you can use a flathead screwdriver to open the case and expose the battery. Do not pour or drop liquids in the fob as it could cause damage to electronic components. Broken Keys It can be a stressful experience to lose your keys taken from your car, especially when you don't own a spare. You can minimize the inconvenience when you get your replacement keys made in Bishopthorpe by a professional locksmith. No matter if you're in the middle of nowhere or just a few miles away, we can provide you with a new set of electronic chip keys in a short time. Since 1995, every Saab is required to have an immobilizer for vehicles. This makes it almost impossible to steal a car without a particular key. A transponder that is specialized for the vehicle must be incorporated into the key to allow the car to start 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 can only be done at a dealer, with the specialized tool called Tech-2 Tech-2 or a similar kind of software. It is not recommended to remove the broken key from the ignition or lock. This could cause damage to the lock and cause other issues. If you attempt to force a broken lock or key out, it will usually break the steel blade of the key or the lock mechanism. This can become much more expensive than having a key replacement completed by a locksmith who is certified. Replacement Saab owners who purchased their Saab from 1994 and beyond are advised to have two working keys for their vehicle. Replacing the sole key is expensive and complicated. The dealer will have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) according to the model, and the key itself. Furthermore it will have to be programmed to work with the new module. Keys that are claimed new from aftermarket sellers are often not properly programmed and may not program correctly when you need them. It is not uncommon for a battery to wear out in a keyfob after a few use years, especially if the fob is used frequently for locking and unlocking the car. The replacement of the battery on most SAAB 9-3 models is easy and doesn't require any special tools. A mobile SAAB locksmith can usually do this at a cost that is 75% less than a dealer will charge for the same service. Locksmiths do not have to replace the car's computer, and can re-program the existing EEPROM so that it can accept the new keys. This can save you lots of money as a brand new car computer is costly. This is why it makes sense to call a mobile SAAB locksmith anytime you require the replacement of a key fob for your vehicle.