How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob
All cars should have a key fob with a remote or transmitter that can lock and unlock your car. Batteries in these devices can be faulty.
You can add a second key to a Saab 93 for about $400 if you don't already have two. This involves buying a new TWICE module at the dealer and then installing it using the hand-held computer that is called a Tech2.
Keys Replacement
A lot of used Saabs come with one key. It is a good idea as soon as you can, to buy a spare key. This will be cheaper than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. It is important to rotate the keys in order to reduce wear and wear and tear.
If you lose your sole key, you'll have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and special programming to convince the car that you're not trying to steal it. These modules can cost more than $400 to replace and are only available by mail order. The majority of locksmiths or dealers cannot do the job on the same day.
The good news is that most modern Saab vehicles can have another key added to the system without replacing the original computer in the vehicle. The dealer will make use of a handheld computer called Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Some independent garages are able to do this, but the process is more complicated and they will need to re-programme the EEPROM in your car's current computer to allow it to accept the new key.
Replacement key fobs for keys
Saab owners who lost their key last year or had it stolen should get an immediate replacement as soon as they can. The steps to obtain a second working Saab 9-3 fob are through the service department of the dealer and could cost hundreds, which could include the purchase of a new key as well as a TWICE module that is a theft warning integrated central electronic.
If you have a spare key it is less costly. The new key must be compatible to the original TWICE module and a pre-owned key is not likely to work in this way, but a genuine OEM replacement can typically be obtained from the dealer at only a fraction of the price.
Finding the right case for a brand new SAAB key fob is fairly simple. You can make use of a flathead screwdriver to open the case, however, be cautious not to damage the electronics inside. After you have removed the battery and electronics then you can place a new case in the existing shell of the original fob. Be sure to align the two parts and press them gently, allowing them to click into the proper position. After the new key is installed, you can resynchronize it. It is important to note that adding a new key is more complicated than simply replacing the emergency key, and requires the dealer's assistance using a tool known as the Tech-2.
Keys to Reset the Ignition
First, make sure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from moving if the lock on your transmission fails, or in the event that your manual transmission is pushed into gear.
In most cases, it's the electronics in the key fob which determine how the car recognizes the key once it's inserted into the ignition. The key's metal material is relatively easy to duplicate but the electronic component in the key fob is what allows the car to recognize the key.
Adding an additional key to a Saab car requires a specific transmitter along with a transponder along with it, and some sort of programming specific to the car to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something that a locksmith is able to do, it needs to be done through a dealer or a specific handheld computer known as a Tech2.
The good news is that, if you already have one key fob that works, the cost of purchasing another should not exceed $200 or at least. If you require a metal key for your car, the cost of manufacturing it is an additional factor. The majority of dealers can do this, however it could take several weeks to receive the key and the car programmed.
Replacement Remotes
The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver outward, with logical layouts and the feel of its controls. The dashboard is curved around the driver, with an exciting turbo vacuum gauge to add an original touch to its instrumentation. A leather-wrapped steering wheel features audio, cruise control and phone controls.
A single cupholder is located on the console that is between the front seats, while knobs for dual-zone climate control and the Bose audio system are laid out according to logic. A touch-screen display integrates navigation and music functions, but the device can be distracting while driving.
In terms of power, the 9-3 is a reliable performer. The base low pressure turbo model takes approximately 8 seconds to reach a speed of 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen can do it in just 6.9 seconds.
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