Saab Car Key Replacement
Most drivers will eventually need to replace their Saab keys. Saabs require keys that are special and have an identification chip.
If you are unable to replace one of them the car won't start unless you have the other. However, you can save lots of cash by buying it yourself instead of paying the dealer.
Keys
It's a stressful experience to have your keys taken from your car or to lose them. This is especially true if you only own one key. Fortunately, this issue is easily solved with the help of a professional locksmith. If you're in need a SAAB key replacement, you can count on AutoLocks LTD to get the job done quickly and efficiently. We provide our services for 75% less than what an auto dealer would charge.
The 03-11 SAAB owners have a distinct problem with their car keys. These keys tend to break easily and aren't durable. A lot of people don't have a spare key, which poses a major safety risk in the situation of an emergency or accident.
You'll have to pay about $400 to the dealer if you wish to add an additional key. You'll need a new key, a transponder and the existing key programmed. The dealer will use the Tech-2 tool to execute this process. The procedure is simple however, you'll need to have some mechanical expertise to successfully add the key. It is recommended to leave this to an expert. The first step is to take the emergency key from the case. This can be accomplished by inserting a flathead screwdriver in the slot that is located in the middle of the key fob. After a little work you will be able to split the key.
Remotes
Modern Saab vehicles do not use keys made of metal to secure their vehicles. Instead, they use an immobilizer system that is based on the recognition of a specific chip embedded into every key. This is why a certain kind of key is required to unlock the car, and then insert it into the ignition. It is for this reason that an Saab owner should always have a spare.
The traditional metal keys are easily copied, but the real issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob has to be connected to a specific vehicle in order for it to function. saab 93 key replacement is done through the computer modules of the car, called CIM (Column Integration Modul) or TWICE. The dealer will charge you a lot to replace the modules and program a new one if you lose your only key.
Local locksmiths can reprogram the EEPROM chip in your car's computer to create a new key. This can help you save up to 50% of what a dealer would charge. We suggest that you contact us as soon as possible in the event that you lose your key. This will help you avoid the expense of a dealership.
Transponders
A transponder, also known as a electronic chip, is a small electronic chip that is placed in the key-fob. It sends an unique coded message. It's part of the immobilizer that stops thieves from using a stolen key to start your car. The transponder signal is received by a device close to the ignition, which determines the serial number from the transmission. If the number is in line, the car will begin. Most cars manufactured in the last two decades have transponder keys.
They are also utilized on airplanes. Air traffic control uses them to identify friendly aircraft by a coded signal, IFF (Identification Friends or Foe). Certain aircrafts have mode C or mode S transponders which transmit identifying codes and altitude information to ATC. They also provide systems to avoid collisions.
The metal parts of a typical Saab key are simple to duplicate, but the microchip that communicates with the immobilizer is difficult to duplicate. It is crucial to secure these keys in the event that you own one.
Every Saab owner must have two keys working. If you lose just one, it will cost you a lot to replace it. You will need a new, special computer module as well as the cost of a second key and programming to convince the car you aren't trying to steal it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers are another safeguard to stop thieves from hotwiring your car. They're designed to prevent the engine from starting unless the transponder is on the correct key fob. In addition to that the majority of cars equipped that have immobilizers are equipped with 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 get a new one.
These systems rely on the encryption of data between the transponder system and the vehicle. Recent research has shown that encryption sequences can be accessed by computers. They can also be snuffed out by hackers who are able to detect the messages that travel back and forth on the CAN bus.
They are more advanced than conventional immobilizers, which use a fixed code. The latest models come with a system of changing or rolling codes to make them more secure. The issue with these versions is that hackers still have the ability to find ways to crack the code and use keys to start your vehicle. In an effort to solve this problem the DST80 was developed with a longer sequence to make it harder to figure out. Researchers also managed to break it. It is important to keep your keyfob in your pocket, even when not in use.