How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob
All cars should have an electronic remote that can lock or unlock your car. saab key fob inside these devices could be damaged.
You can add a second key to an Saab 93 for about $400 if you don't already have two. This involves buying a new TWICE module at the dealer and installing it using a special hand-held computer called a Tech2.
Replacement Keys
A lot of used Saabs have only one key. It is recommended, as soon as you can to buy a spare one. It will cost less than replacing the entire vehicle if you lose it. It is also essential to rotate your keys frequently so that they don't get all the wear and tear and also to keep them clean.
If you lose your primary key, you'll have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module as well as a new key and a special program to convince the car you're not trying to steal it. The replacement of these modules can cost more than $400. The parts are mail-order therefore it's not a job that can be completed in a single day for locksmiths, or dealers.
The good news is that the majority of modern Saab vehicles can have a secondary key added to the system. This is possible without having to replace the original computer. The dealer will need to use a specific handheld computer known as Tech-2 Tech-2 to insert the second key and program it into the vehicle. Some garages that are independent can do this, but the process is more complex and they will need to re-programme your existing car computer’s EEPROM to allow it to accept the new key.
Key Fobs for Replacement
Saab owners whose previous key was stolen or lost will require replacement as soon as possible. The steps to get an additional working Saab 9-3 key fob are handled by the dealer's service department. It could cost hundreds of dollars, not including the cost of a new key, a brand new TWICE module (theft alert integrated central electronics) and reprogramming the system to convince the car that the additional key is not a stolen one.
If you have a spare key, however, the process is much less expensive. The new key must be compatible to the original module and a second-hand key is not likely to work in this scenario, however a genuine OEM replacement is usually obtained from the dealer at just a fraction of the cost.
Making the case for a new SAAB key fob is fairly easy. You can use a flathead screwdriver pry the case open, however, be cautious not to scratch the electronics inside. After removing the battery and electronics and battery, you can put the new case inside the existing shell of the old fob. Place the two pieces in a line and then gently press them together to allow them to click into the correct position. After everything is in place and synchronized, you can use the new fob. You should be aware that the process of adding a key is more complicated than replacing the emergency key. The dealer will have to use a tool known as the Tech-2.
Keys to replace ignition
First, ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from turning if the lock on your transmission fails, or when your manual transmission goes into gear.
In most instances, it's the electronic components in the key fob that determine how the car recognizes the key once it's put into the ignition. The key's material is relatively easy to copy, but the electronic part of the key fob is what makes the car recognize the key.
The addition of a second key to the Saab car requires a specific transmitter, a transponder that goes with it and a type of special programming of the car to convince the computer 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 specific handheld computer known as Tech2. Tech2.
The good news is that if there's one key fob that works, the cost of adding another should be less than $200 or more. If you need a steel key for your car, the cost of manufacturing it is a different issue. A majority of dealers offer this service, but it can take a few weeks to get the part and the car programmed.
Replacement Remotes
The Saab 9-3's cabin is built from the driver's point of view outward with clear layouts and an olfactory feel to its controls. The dashboard curves around the driver, featuring an exciting turbo vacuum gauge that gives an unique look to its instrumentation. The steering wheels made of leather feature audio, cruise control and phone controls.
The console in between the seats has a single cupholder, and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are arranged according to logic. A touch-screen display integrates music and navigation functions, but the system can be distracting when driving.
The 9-3 is a solid performer in terms power. Its base low pressure turbo model requires around 8 seconds to reach a speed of 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen can reach 60 mph in just 6.9 second.
The handling of this car is a key factor in its success. Despite its hefty 60/40 front-to rear weight distribution the Turbo X feels agile and comfortable on two-lane highways.
Fuel economy is the main drawback to this car's impressive performance. It's rated at 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available but only for 2008. This model features a unique rear seat that folds flat to the floor, which adds to cargo capacity. It also comes with a unique rear spoiler, and an aggressive bumper.