How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob

All cars should have a remote/transmitter that can lock or unlock your car. The batteries in these devices could be damaged.

You can add a second key on an Saab 93 for about $400 in case you don't already own two. This involves buying a TWICE module at the dealer, then installing it using a specific hand-held device known as a Tech2.

Keys Replacement

Many used Saabs come with one key. It is a good idea, as soon as possible, to buy a spare one. This will be less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. It is important to rotate your keys regularly to reduce wear and wear and tear.

If you lose your key and you lose it, you'll need a new one, as well as special programming to convince your car that you're not trying to rob it. These modules can cost more than $400 to replace and are only available by mail order. Most locksmiths or dealers are not able to replace the module in the same day.

The good news is that the majority of modern saab replacement key vehicles can have a second key added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. 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 complex and they have to reprogramme your existing car computer’s EEPROM in order to accept the new key.

Key fobs to replace the replacement key

Saab owners who lost their previous key or had it stolen need an immediate replacement as soon as possible. The steps involved in getting a working 9-3 Saab key fob requires the dealer's service department. This can cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the cost of a replacement key, a brand new TWICE module (theft warning central electronics integrated) and reprogramming the system to convince the vehicle that the second key is not a stolen one.

If you have a spare key, it is much less costly. The new key must be identical to the original Module. An old one is not compatible. However a genuine OEM replacement can be purchased from the dealer for only a fraction of the price it costs.

Finding the right case for a new saab car keys key fob is easy. Utilize a flathead to pry open the case however be careful to not harm the electronics inside. After removing the batteries and electronics, you can replace the case with the shell of the original key fob. Be sure to align the two parts and then gently press them in place until they click into the right position. Once everything is fitted and synchronized, you can use the new fob. It's important to note that acquiring an additional key is more difficult than simply replacing the emergency key, and will require dealer assistance using a specific tool called the Tech-2.

Keys for Replacement Ignition

The first step is to ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from slipping away when the lock for your transmission fails or your manual transmission slams out of gear.

Most of the time the issue lies in the electronics in the key fob, which controls the way the car recognizes the key after it has been in the ignition cylinder. The key made of metal is simple to copy but it is the electronic part of the key fob that lets the car recognize the keys.

Making an additional key for the Saab car requires a specific transmitter along with a transponder along with it, and some sort of special programming of the vehicle to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something that a locksmith could do, it has to be done by a dealer or through a special handheld computer called a Tech2.

The good news is that if you already have one working key fob the cost of acquiring another should be no more than $200 or at least. The other cost is the actual fabrication of the key in metal, in the event that you require it. Most dealers will also do this, however it may take a couple of weeks to get both the key and car programmed.

Replacement Remotes

The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver's perspective outward, with logical layouts and an olfactory feel to the controls. Its dashboard arcs around the driver, featuring the fun turbo vacuum gauge that gives a unique touch to its instrumentation. The leather-wrapped steering wheel has audio, cruise control and phone controls.

The console in between the seats is equipped with a single cupholder, and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are laid out logically. A touch-screen display is able to combine navigation and music functions, however the system could be distracting while driving.

The 9-3 is a great performer in terms of power. Its low-pressure turbo model takes around 8 seconds to reach 60 mph, while the more powerful Viggen can do it in just 6.9 seconds.

The handling of the car is a key aspect of its success. Despite its 60/40 weight distribution front-to-back the Turbo X is agile and balanced when driving on two-lane highways.

The economy of the fuel is the only disadvantage to this car's remarkable performance. It's rated at 27 mpg city and 35 mpg on the highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The Turbo X special edition with more power will be available for 2008 only. This model comes with an unique rear-seat that can be folded flat to make more space for cargo. It also comes with a unique rear spoiler, as well as a more aggressive bumper.