How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob
All cars should have a key fob equipped with a remote or transmitter that can lock and unlock your car. The batteries in these devices have a lifespan and they can also go bad.
If you're thinking of buying a Saab 93 and don't have two keys, you can add one for around $400. This involves buying a TWICE Module from the dealer, then installing it with a hand-held device, called a Tech2.
Key Replacement
A lot of used Saabs come with one key. It is a good idea to purchase a spare as soon as you can since it's less expensive to do this than having to replace the entire vehicle if you lose only one key. It is also essential to rotate your keys frequently to avoid all the wear and tear and also to keep them clean.
If you have lost your only key, you'll have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and a special program to convince the car you're not attempting to steal it. The replacement of these modules can cost upwards of $400, and the parts are mail-order so it's not a one-time job for the majority of locksmiths or dealers.
The good news is, most modern Saab vehicles can have a secondary key that can be added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will need to use a specific handheld computer known as Tech-2 Tech-2 to add the second key and then program it into the vehicle. Some independent garages are able to do this, but the procedure is more complex and they need to reprogramme your existing car computer’s EEPROM in order to accept the new key.
Replacement key fobs for keys
Saab owners whose previous key was stolen or lost need to replace it immediately. The steps involved in getting an additional working Saab 9-3 key fob will require the dealer's service department and could cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the cost of a brand new key, a brand new TWICE module (theft warning integrated central electronics), and reprogramming to convince the vehicle that the new key is not stolen.
The process is cheaper in the event that you have a spare. The new key should be compatible with the original TWICE unit and a second-hand one is unlikely to function in this way, but genuine OEM replacement can typically be purchased from a dealer for less than the cost.
It is easy to remove the case from a new SAAB Key Fob. You can use a flathead screwdriver open the case, but be careful not to scratch the electronics within. After removing the electronics and battery then you can replace the case with the shell from the old key fob. The two pieces should be aligned and press them gently to allow them to click in the right place. After the new key is installed, you can resynchronize it. Be aware that the process of adding a new key is more complex than replacing the emergency key. The dealer will have to use a specific tool called the Tech-2.
how to open a saab 93 without a key to Reset the Ignition
First, make sure that the transmission is in Park. This will prevent your car from rolling away in the event that the lock on your transmission fails or the manual transmission pops out of gear.
In the majority of instances, it's the electronic components in the key fob that regulates the way that the car recognizes the key once it's placed into the ignition. The key's material is relatively easy to copy, but the electronic part that is in the key fob what will allow the car to recognize the key.
Adding an additional key to a Saab car requires a specific transmitter, a transponder that goes with it and some type of special programming for the car to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something that a locksmith is able to do, it needs to be done by a dealer or through a handheld computer that is called a Tech2.
The good news is that if you already have one working key fob, the cost of purchasing another should be less than $200 or so. The other expense is the actual making of the metal key in the event you require it. Most dealers will offer this service, but it could take a couple of weeks to get the part and the car programmed.
Replacement Remotes
The cabin of the Saab 9-3 is designed with the driver in mind. It includes logical layouts aswell in a tactile experience. The dashboard curves around the driver, with a fun turbo vacuum gauge that gives an original touch to its instrumentation. The steering wheels made of leather feature audio, cruise control and phone controls.
The console between the seats has one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are arranged according to logic. The touch-screen display is distracting when driving.
The 9-3 is a solid performer in terms power. Its low pressure turbo model requires around 8 seconds to reach speeds of 60 mph. However, the more powerful Viggen can reach that speed in just 6.9 seconds.
The handling of this car is an important element in its success. Despite its heavy nose and 60/40 front-to-rear weight distribution the Turbo X feels agile and composed on two-lane highways.
Fuel economy is the main negative aspect of this car's dynamic. The turbocharged 2.0-liter motor achieves around 27 mpg in the city and 35 on the highway. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available, but only for 2008. This model features a unique rear seat that can be folded flat into the floor to maximize the space for cargo. It also has a unique rear spoiler, as well as an aggressive bumper.