how to get a saab replacement key to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob

Every car must have a remote/transmitter to lock or unlock your vehicle. The batteries inside these devices could be defective.

You can add a second key to the Saab 93 for about $400 in case you don't have two. This involves purchasing a TWICE module at the dealer, and then installing it with a specially-designed hand-held device called a Tech2.

Replacement Keys

Many used Saabs only come with one key. It's a good idea to invest in a spare as soon as you can since it's cheaper to do this than replacing the entire car in case you lose the only key. It is also essential to rotate your keys regularly to avoid all the wear and tear and also to keep them clean.

If you lose your only key, you'll need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and a specific program to convince the car that you're not trying to steal it. The replacement of these modules can cost more than $400. The parts are available for purchase via mail, so it is not a job that can be completed in a single day for the majority of locksmiths or dealers.

The positive side is that many modern Saab automobiles can be equipped with a second key added to the system without replacing the original computer within the vehicle. The dealer will have to use a specific handheld computer known as Tech-2 Tech-2 to insert the second key and program it into the vehicle. Some independent garages are able do this, but the process is more complex and they will need to re-programme your existing car computer’s EEPROM in order for it accept the new key.

Replacement key fobs for keys

Saab owners with a key that was stolen or lost will require replacement as soon as they can. The steps required to obtain a second working Saab 9-3 fob require the service department of the dealer. This can cost hundreds, including a new key and a TWICE module, which is a central electronic with a theft warning feature.

If you have a spare key, the process is a lot less expensive. The new key has to be connected to the original TWICE Module. A used one is not compatible. However, a genuine OEM replacement is available from a dealer for less than what it will cost.

It is easy to take the case from a new SAAB Key Fob. Use a flathead tool to pry the case open, but be careful to avoid damaging the electronic components inside. After removing the electronic components and battery then you can replace the case with the shell of the old key fob. Align the two pieces and press them gently to allow them to click in place. Once the new fob has been installed, you can resynchronize it. It is important to know that adding a key is more difficult than replacing the emergency key. The dealer will need to use a tool known as the Tech-2.

Keys for Replacement Ignition

If your car's key won't start or turn on when you turn the ignition on, or doesn't begin when you press the starter button, first ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop the car from rolling in the event that the lock in your transmission fails or when your manual transmission goes into gear.

Most of the time the issue lies with the electronic components of the key fob which control how to program saab 9-3 key fob the car recognizes the key once it's inserted into the ignition cylinder. The metal key is easy to copy but it is the electronic part of the key fob that lets the car recognize keys.

Adding a key to the Saab car requires a special transmitter, a transponder that goes with it and some kind of special programming for the car to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. Locksmiths aren't able to do this. It is only possible through a dealer, or a handheld computer known as Tech2.

The good news is that, if you already have one working key fob the cost of purchasing another should not exceed $200 or as much. The other expense is the actual manufacturing of the key in metal, in the event you require it. A majority of dealers can make the same thing, however it could take a few weeks to get the key and car programmed.

Replacement Remotes

The saab key fob programming 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver's perspective outward and features logical layouts as well as the feel of its controls. The dashboard is curved around the driver, and features a fun turbo gauge that adds an original touch to its instrumentation. A leather-wrapped steering column has audio, cruise control, and phone controls.

A single cupholder is situated on the console that is between the front seats. The knobs for dual-zone climate control and the Bose audio system are laid out well. The touch-screen display can be distracting when driving.

In terms of power, the 9-3 is an impressive performer. The base model, which is low-pressure turbo, takes around 8 seconds to reach 60 mph while the more potent Viggen can do it in 6.9 seconds.

The key to the Turbo X's popularity is its excellent handling. Despite its nose-heavy 60/40 front-to-rear weight distribution The Turbo X feels agile and well-balanced on two-lane highways.

The fuel economy is the sole negative aspect of this car's dynamic. It's rated at around 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The Turbo X special edition with more power will be available in 2008 only. This model comes with an exclusive rear seat that folds flat on the floor to make more space for cargo. It also comes with a unique rear spoiler, and a more aggressive bumper.