Saab Car Key Replacement
Most drivers will eventually have to replace their Saab keys. Saabs require special keys with chips that can identify them.
If you have one of these issues, your car won't start unless you have the other. You can save a lot by purchasing it yourself instead of paying the dealer.
Keys
Losing your car keys or misplacing them can be extremely frustrating and stressful, especially if you only have one working key. This problem can be resolved with the help of an experienced locksmith. If you're in the market for a SAAB key replacement, you can rely on AutoLocks LTD to finish the task quickly and efficiently. Our services are 75 percent less than dealers.
Owners of the 03-11 SAAB 9-3 have an unique problem with their car keys. Key fobs like these aren't very durable and tend to break down quite quickly. Many people don't have an extra spare, which can be a security risk during an emergency.
If you're looking to add an extra key the cost will be around $400 at the dealer. You'll need the new key and transponder and then have the existing one programmed to the car. This is done using an instrument called a Tech-2 which the dealer owns. The procedure is easy however, you'll require some mechanical skill in order to add the key successfully. It is recommended to delegate this task to an expert. The first step is to take the emergency key from the case. Insert a flathead in the slot located in the middle of your key fob. After a short amount of work the key should split open.
Remotes
Modern Saab automobiles do not have metal keys to secure their cars. Instead, they utilize an immobilizer system based on the recognition of a chip embedded in each key. This is the reason why the car can only start when a particular type of key (called"key-fob" or "key-fob") is used to unlock it, and then insert it into the ignition. This is the reason that anyone who is a Saab owner should always have an extra.
The traditional metal keys are simple to duplicate but the real issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob has to be matched with a specific car to allow the key to work. This matching is done in the computer modules of the car, known as CIM (Column Integration Modul) or TWICE. The dealer will charge you a lot to replace the modules and then program a brand new one in case you lose your only key.
Local locksmiths can reprogram the EEPROM chip on your car's computer to create a new key. This will reduce your costs by up to 50% of the cost dealers would charge. If you lose your only key, it's vital to contact us right away to ensure we are able to help you avoid the expensive fees that a dealer would ask for.
Transponders
A transponder or electronic chip, is a small electronic chip that is incorporated in the key-fob. It transmits an unique coded message. It is part of the immobilizer which stops thieves from using stolen car key to start it. The transponder signals are picked up by a receiver close to the ignition, which decodes the serial number of the transmission. If the numbers match the car's number, it will start. Transponder keys can be found for the majority of automobiles manufactured in the last two decades.
They are also used on airplanes. Air traffic control uses these to identify friendly aircraft with an encoded signal called IFF (Identification friend or foe). Certain aircrafts have mode C or mode S transponders which transmit the identifying codes and altitude to ATC. They also have systems to avoid collisions.
The metal components of a standard Saab key are easy to duplicate, however the microchip that is connected to the immobilizer is hard to copy. It is important to keep these safe if you own one.
Everyone who owns a Saab should have at least two keys that are functional for their car. You will have to pay a substantial amount of money when you lose your sole key. You'll need a brand new, specialized computer module and the costs of a new key and programming to convince the car you aren't trying to steal it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers add another safeguard to stop thieves from hotwiring your vehicle. The Key Lab are designed to stop the engine from starting until they have the transponder on the correct key fob. Most cars with immobilizers also display a warning symbol in the instrument cluster to indicate that the key isn't in the. If you lose your keyfob, you will need to visit an authorized dealer to deactivate it and then purchase a new one.
These systems rely on the encryption of information between the transponder system and the vehicle. However, recent studies have shown that these encryption sequences are too easy for computers to crack. Hackers can bypass them by analyzing the messages that are transmitted back and forth over the CAN bus.
They are superior to the traditional immobilizers that use an unchanging code. The newer models feature a system of changing or rolling codes to make them more secure. Hackers can still hack these codes and use keys to open your vehicle. To address this problem, the DST80 was developed with a longer sequence in order to make it harder to guess. Sadly researchers were able to get around this. It is important to keep your keyfob in your pocket, even when not using it.