Saab Car Key Replacement
Saab car key replacement is something that all drivers will need to handle eventually. Like other vehicles, Saabs need special keys with a chip to identify them.
If you lose one of these, your car won't start unless you have the other. You can save money by purchasing it yourself instead of paying a dealer.
Keys
It's a stressful experience to lose keys to your car stolen or even lose them. This is especially the case if you have one key. This issue is easily solved by a experienced locksmith. AutoLocks Ltd can repair your SAAB keys quickly and effectively. We provide our services for 75 percent less than a dealer.
Owners of the 03-11 SAAB 9-3 have a particular problem when it comes their car keys. Key fobs like these aren't robust and tend to break quite quickly. Many people do not have an extra, which could pose a risk to safety in an emergency.
You'll have to pay about $400 to the dealer if you wish to add a second key. You will need a new key, a transponder and to have the existing key programmed. This is done using the special tool known as Tech-2. Tech-2 which dealers own. It's an easy process however you'll need mechanical skills to insert the key. This is the reason it's better to leave it to experts. The first step is to remove the emergency key from the case. Place a flathead in the slot in the middle of your key fob. After a bit of work, you will be able to split the key.
Remotes
Modern Saab vehicles don't use keys made of metal to secure their vehicles. Instead, they use an immobilizer system based upon the recognition of a unique chip inside each key. This is the reason a particular type of key is required to unlock the car and then insert it into the ignition. This is the reason that anyone who is a Saab owner should always carry an extra.
The classic keys made of metal are easy to copy however the issue is that the electronic portion of a key-fob must be connected to a specific car to allow the key to work. This is done through the computer modules of the car, called CIM (Column Integration Modul) or TWICE. If you lose your only functioning key in the process, it will cost your dealer a substantial amount to replace these modules and to program a new key.
saab 9-3 key can modify the EEPROM chip inside your car computer to create an entirely new key. This can help you save up to 50% of what dealers charge. We recommend that you contact us as soon as you can in the event that you lose your key. This will allow you to avoid the expense of a dealership.
Transponders
A transponder is an electronic chip inside a key-fob which transmits a unique, coded signal. It's part of an immobilizer system that stops thieves from using a stolen key to start your vehicle. Transponder signals are received by a detector close to the ignition, which decodes the serial number from the transmission. If the number is in line, the car will start. Transponder keys are used in most cars manufactured in the past two decades.
They are also utilized in airplanes. Air traffic control uses them to identify friendly aircraft with the use of a coded signal known as IFF (Identification friend or foe). Certain aircraft are equipped with transponders operating in mode C or S that transmit the identification codes and altitudes to ATC. They also provide collision avoidance systems.
The metal parts of a typical Saab key are easy to duplicate, however the microchip that communicates with the immobilizer is difficult to copy. If you have one of these, it's essential to keep it safe.
Every Saab owner should have two working keys. You'll be required to pay a lot of money if you lose your only key. You'll need to purchase a computer module that is specifically designed for this or a spare key and program the vehicle to convince it you are not trying to steal it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers are another security measure to prevent thieves from hotwiring your vehicle. They are designed to stop the engine from starting until the transponder is in the proper key fob. In addition to that the majority of cars equipped with immobilizers will also display an indicator in the instrument cluster which indicates the key isn't in. If you lose your keyfob you will need to visit an auto dealer to remove it and purchase a new one.
These systems rely on encryption of information between the transponder system and the car. Recent research has revealed that encryption sequences can be accessed by computers. Hackers could bypass them by reading the messages transferred back and forth across the CAN bus.
These systems are far more sophisticated than traditional immobilizers which use one fixed code. The latest models have an option of changing or rolling codes to make them more secure. The problem with these codes is that hackers are still able to find ways to break the code and use the key to start your car. To solve this problem the DST80 was designed with a longer sequence to make it more difficult to determine. Researchers were also able solve it. As such, it's important to always keep your key fob with you when you're not using it.