Saab Car Key Replacement

Most drivers will eventually need to replace their Saab keys. Saabs require special keys that include chips that can identify them.

If you are unable to replace one of them the car won't start unless you have the other. You can save money by purchasing it yourself instead of paying the dealer.

Keys

It's a stressful experience to lose your car keys stolen, or even lose keys. This is especially the case if you have one key. This issue can be resolved by a expert locksmith. AutoLocks Ltd can repair your SAAB keys quickly and efficiently. We provide our services at 75% less than a dealer.

Owners of the 03-11 saab 9-3 key 9-3 have a particular problem when it comes to their car keys. These key fobs aren't all robust and tend to fall apart quite easily. Many people do not have a spare, which can be a security risk in an emergency.

If you're looking to add an additional key the cost will be around $400 at the dealer. You will need a new key, a transponder and to have the current key programmed. The dealer will use a Tech-2 tool to perform this process. The process is straightforward however you'll need to have some mechanical skill in order to successfully attach the key. This is why it's best to leave the task to a professional. The first step is to remove the emergency key from its case. Install a flathead into the slot that is in the middle of your key fob. After a little work you will be able to split the key.

Remotes

Modern Saab automobiles do not have metal keys to secure their cars. Instead, they employ an immobilizer that is built on recognition and a special chip that is embedded in each key. This is why a certain kind of key is required to unlock the car, and then insert it into the ignition. This is among the primary reasons for a wise Saab owner to always keep a spare key handy.

The classic keys made of metal are easy to copy but the real issue is that the electronic component of a key-fob must be matched to a particular car in order for the key to function. This matching takes place in the car's computer components that are known as CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). The dealer will charge you much to replace the modules and then program a brand new one in case you lose your sole key.

Local locksmiths can reprogram the EEPROM chip in the car computer to create an entirely new key. This will help you save up to 50% of what a dealer would charge. We recommend that you contact us as soon as you can when you lose your keys. This will allow you to avoid the expense of a dealership.

Transponders

A transponder can be described as an electronic chip embedded in a key-fob that sends out a unique coded signal. It is part of the immobilizer that stops thieves from using stolen keys to start your vehicle. Transponder signals are received by a detector near the ignition, which decodes the serial number of the transmission. If the number is in line the car's serial number, it starts. Transponder keys are found for the majority of automobiles manufactured in the past two decades.

They are also used on airplanes. ATC uses them to identify friendly aircraft using a coded signal called IFF (Identification friend or foe). Certain aircrafts are equipped with mode C or mode S transponders which transmit the identifying codes and altitude to ATC. They also provide collision avoidance systems.

The metal parts on a standard Saab Key are simple to duplicate. However the microchip that communicates with the immobilizer could be difficult to duplicate. It is crucial to protect these keys when you own one.

Every person who owns a Saab must have at minimum two keys that are functional for their car. You'll be required to pay a lot of money should you lose only one key. You'll need a brand new, specialized computer module, as well as the cost of a new key and programming to convince the car you aren't trying to steal it.

Immobilizers

Immobilizers add another layer of protection against hotwiring. They are designed to stop the engine from starting until the transponder is in the proper key fob. In addition to that many cars with immobilizers will also have a warning symbol in the instrument cluster, which indicates that the key isn't within. If you lose your key fob you'll need to take it to an authorized dealer to have it removed and then get another one.

These systems rely on encryption of data between the transponder systems and the vehicle. Recent research has revealed, however, that encryption sequences can be cracked by computers. Hackers can break them by analyzing the messages that are transmitted back and forth over the CAN bus.