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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob

All cars need to have a key fob that has a transmitter/remote that can lock and unlock your car. The batteries that are used in these devices may be defective.

If you're considering buying a Saab 93 and don't have two keys, you can purchase one for around $400. This involves purchasing a brand-new TWICE module from a dealer and installing it with the hand-held computer that is called a Tech2.

Replacement Keys

Many used Saabs come with one key. It is a good idea, as soon as you can, to buy a spare one. It will cost less than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. It is essential that you rotate the keys to keep them from wearing and wear and tear.

If you have lost your only key you will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module as well as a new key and special programming to convince the car you are not trying to steal it. These modules can cost upwards of $400 to replace and are only available through mail purchase. Most locksmiths or dealers cannot do the job on the same day.

The positive side is that many modern Saab automobiles can have an additional key added to the system without having to replace the original computer inside the vehicle. The dealer will have to use a special handheld computer called a Tech-2 to add the second key and program it into the vehicle. Some independent garages can do this, however the process is more complex and they must reprogramme 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 need to replace it immediately. The steps to get a second working Saab 9-3 fob require the services department at the dealer and could cost hundreds of dollars, which includes a new key and a TWICE device, which is a theft warning integrated central electronic.

The process is more affordable if you have an extra. The new key needs to be compatible to the original TWICE module, and a used one is unlikely to work in this scenario, however a genuine OEM replacement saab car keys can typically be purchased from a dealer for less than the cost.

The process of obtaining the case for a brand new SAAB key fob is fairly simple. You can use a flathead screwdriver remove the case but be careful not to harm the electronics inside. After you have removed the electronics and battery then you can place a new case in the existing shell of the old fob. Make sure that you align the two pieces and press them gently and allow them to click into the proper position. After the new key is installed you can resynchronize it. It's important to note that acquiring an additional key is more difficult than simply replacing the emergency key and will require the dealer's assistance using a specific tool called the Tech-2.

Keys to Reset the Ignition

If your car's keys won't engage in the ignition, or it won't start when you press the starter button, first make sure the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from rolling if the lock in your transmission fails or in the event that your manual transmission is pushed into gear.

In the majority of cases, it's the electronics in the key fob which determines how the car recognizes the key once it's placed into the ignition. The metal key itself is relatively easy to duplicate but the electronic component in the key fob is what allows the car to recognize the key.

Adding a key to the Saab car requires a specific transmitter and a transponder with it and a type of programming specific to the vehicle to convince the computer it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something a locksmith is able to do, it needs to be done by a dealer or through a specific handheld computer known as Tech2. Tech2.

The good news is that if you have one working key fob the cost of purchasing another should be no more than $200 or so. If you require a metallic key however, the cost to create it is a different issue. Most dealers can do this, but it may take some time to get the part and the car programmed.

Replacement Remotes

The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver outward and features logical layouts as well as an olfactory feel to the controls. The dashboard is curved around the driver and includes a fun turbo gauge to add a unique touch to its instrumentation. Leather-wrapped steering wheels come with audio, cruise control, and phone controls.

The console that sits between the seats has one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are set up according to logic. The touch-screen display can be distracting when driving.

The 9-3 is a solid performance in terms of power. The base low pressure turbo model takes about 8 seconds to reach a speed of 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen is able to do it in just 6.9 second.

The handling of the car is a key factor in its success. Despite its 60/40 weight distribution front-to-rear, the Turbo X is agile and composed when driving on two-lane highways.

The fuel economy is the sole disadvantage to this car's remarkable performance. The turbocharged 2.0-liter motor gets around 27 mpg in the city and 35 on the highway. The Turbo X special edition with more power will be available for 2008 only. This model features a unique rear seat that folds flat into the floor, which adds to cargo capacity. It also has a unique rear spoiler as well as a more aggressive bumper.