How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob
Every car must have a remote or transmitter that can lock or unlock your car. The batteries that are in these devices have a life span, and they can go bad.
If you're thinking of purchasing a Saab 93 and don't have two keys, you can purchase one for about $400. This involves purchasing a TWICE Module from the dealer, then installing it with a specially-designed hand-held device known as a Tech2.
Replacement Keys
A lot of used Saabs have only one key. It's a good idea to get a spare key as soon as you can since it's less expensive to do this than having to replace the entire vehicle in case you lose your only key. It is important that you rotate the keys to avoid wear and wear and tear.
If saab 93 key fob have lost your only key you will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and a unique program to convince the car that you're not trying to steal it. The replacement of these modules could cost more than $400. The components are ordered via mail therefore it's not a same-day job for the majority of locksmiths, or even dealers.
The good news is that the majority of modern Saab vehicles can have a second key added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will make use of a handheld computer called Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Some independent garages are able to do this, but the process is more complicated and they must reprogramme the EEPROM on your car's computer so that it can accept the new key.
Key Fobs Replacement
Saab owners who lost their previous key or had it stolen must get a new replacement as soon as they can. The steps to get a working 9-3 Saab fob will require the service department of the dealer. This can cost hundreds, including an additional key and TWICE module, which is a theft warning integrated central electronic.
The process is more affordable when you have an extra. The new key has to be connected to the original TWICE Module. A used key will not work. However a genuine OEM replacement can be purchased from a dealer for a fraction of what it costs.
Finding the right case for a brand new SAAB key fob is fairly simple. Use a flathead to pry open the case however, be sure to avoid damaging the electronics inside. After you have removed the battery and electronics to make room for a new case in the existing shell of the fob. Align the two pieces and gently press them together so that they click into their place. Once the new fob has been installed you can resynchronize it. It is important to know that adding a key is more complicated than replacing an emergency key. The dealer will need to use a special tool known as the Tech-2.
Keys for Replacement Ignition
If the car's key won't start or turn on when you turn the ignition on, or it doesn't start when you press the starter button, first make sure the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from turning if the lock on your transmission fails or if your manual transmission pops into gear.
In the majority of cases, it's the electronics on the key fob, which regulates the way that the car recognizes the key once it's put into the ignition. The key made of metal is easy to copy but it is the electronic part of the key fob that helps the car recognize the keys.
Adding a key to a 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 that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something a locksmith is able to do, it needs to be done by a dealer or a specific handheld computer known as Tech2. Tech2.
The good news is that if you already have one working key fob the cost of purchasing another should be under $200 or at least. The other cost is the actual production of the key in metal, if you need it. A majority of dealers can make the same thing, however it may take a few weeks to get the key and car programmed.
Replacement Remotes
The Saab's 9-3 cabin is designed with the driver in mind. It includes logical layouts aswell being a touch. The dashboard of the Saab 9-3 is designed to wrap around the driver and features a turbo vacuum gauge that makes for a unique touch. Leather-wrapped steering wheel features audio, cruise control and phone controls.
The console between the seats is equipped with one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are arranged according to logic. The touch-screen display can be distracting while driving.
The 9-3 is a good performer when it comes to power. Its low pressure turbo model takes around 8 seconds to reach speeds of 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen can reach 60 mph in only 6.9 seconds.
The handling of the car is a key element to its success. Despite its nose-heavy 60/40 front to rear weight distribution the Turbo X feels agile and well-balanced on two-lane highways.
The economy of the fuel is the only negative aspect of this car's dynamic. It's rated at around 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special edition Turbo X version with more power is available however only for 2008. This model has a distinctive rear seat that folds flat into the floor, which adds to the cargo capacity. It also comes with a distinctive rear spoiler, and a more aggressive bumper.