How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob
All cars should have a remote/transmitter that can unlock or lock your vehicle. The batteries that are used in these devices may be damaged.
You can add a second key on an Saab 93 for about $400 If you don't already have two. This requires purchasing a brand new TWICE module at the dealer and installing it using a special hand-held computer called a Tech2.
Keys Replacement
Many used Saabs only have one key. It's a good idea to purchase a spare as soon as you can because it's less expensive to do this than replacing the entire car if you lose the only key. It is also important to rotate your keys regularly to avoid all the wear and tear and to keep them clean.
If you have lost your only key you will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module as well as a new key and a unique program to convince the car you're not attempting to steal it. These modules can cost upwards of $400 to replace and are only available by mail purchase. Most locksmiths or dealers are not able to do the task in the same day.
The good news is that the majority of modern Saab automobiles can be equipped with another key added to the system without replacing the computer that was originally installed in the vehicle. The dealer will have to use a specific handheld computer known as a Tech-2 to add the second key and program it into the vehicle. Certain independent garages can also do this but the process is more complex. They will need to re-program the EEPROM of your car's computer so it will accept the new key.
Key fobs replacement
Saab owners who's last key was lost or stolen will need to replace it as soon as possible. The steps involved in getting a second working Saab 9-3 key fob require 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 warning with integrated central electronics) and reprogramming to convince the car that the additional key is not stolen.
The process is less expensive should you have an extra. The new key must be connected to the original TWICE Module. A used one will not work. However a genuine OEM replacement can be purchased from the dealer for less than what it costs.
Finding saab key programming for a brand new SAAB key fob is easy. You can make use of a flathead screwdriver remove the case but be careful not to scratch the electronics within. After you have removed the electronics and battery then you can place an entirely new case inside the shell of the old fob. Place the two pieces in a line and then gently press them together to allow them to click into place. Once the new fob has been installed, you can resynchronize it. It is important to note that adding a new key is more complex than simply replacing the emergency key and will require the dealer's help with a special tool called the Tech-2.
Replacement Ignition keys
If your car's ignition key doesn't start when you turn it on or doesn't begin when you press the starter button, first check that the transmission is in Park. This will prevent your car from rolling away when the lock for the transmission fails or the manual transmission fails to get into gear.
Most of the time the issue lies in the electronic components of the key fob, which controls how the car detects the key once it's placed into the ignition cylinder. The key's material is fairly easy to duplicate however the electronic part in the key fob is what allows the car to recognize the key.
Making an additional key for the Saab car requires a special transmitter, a transponder that goes along with it, and some sort of special programming for the vehicle to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. Locksmiths are not able to perform this. It is only possible through a dealer, or a handheld computer known as Tech2.
If you already have a functioning key fob, adding another isn't going to cost more than $200. The other expense is the actual production of the metal key, if you need it. The majority of dealers can do this as well, but it could take several weeks to receive the key and 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 of the Saab 9-3 has been designed to arc around the driver, and it comes with the turbo vacuum gauge, which provides a unique touch. A leather-wrapped steering column has audio, cruise control and phone controls.
The console between the seats is equipped with only one cupholder, while the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are placed in a way that is logical. The touch screen display can be distracting while driving.
In terms of power, the 9-3 is a competent performer. Its base 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 this car is a major element to its success. Despite its 60/40 weight distribution front-to-back the Turbo X is agile and well-balanced when driving on two-lane highways.
The only drawback to this car's amazing performance is its fuel consumption. It's rated at 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 in 2008, but only for. This model has a distinctive rear seat that folds flat into the floor, adding to the cargo capacity. It also has a unique rear spoiler, as well as an aggressive bumper.