Saab Car Key Replacement

Most drivers will eventually have to replace their Saab keys. Like other vehicles, Saabs need special keys with a chip to identify them.

If you have one of these issues, your car won't start unless you have the other. However you can save a lot of money by getting it yourself instead of paying a dealer.

Keys

Having your car keys stolen or misplacing them can be extremely frustrating and stressful particularly if you have one key working. Fortunately, this issue is easily solved with the help of an experienced locksmith. AutoLocks Ltd can replace your SAAB keys quickly and effectively. We provide our services for 75% less than what dealers would charge you.

Owners of the 03-11 saab keys replacement 9-3 have a unique problem when it comes their car keys. Key fobs like these aren't that durable and tend to fall apart quite quickly. Many people don't even have a spare key, which is a huge safety risk in the event of a crisis or accident.

If you're looking to add an additional key for your car, it will cost about $400 at the dealership. You'll have to purchase a new key and a transponder and then to program the current one to the car. This process is done with a special tool called Tech-2. Tech-2, which the dealer has. The procedure is easy however you'll need to have some mechanical skills to successfully attach the key. It is recommended to delegate this task to an expert. The first step is to take the emergency key from the case. This can be accomplished by inserting a flathead screwdriver into the slot in the middle of the key fob. After a bit of work, the key will split open.

Remotes

The modern Saab cars don't use traditional keys made of metal for security. Instead, they utilize an immobilizer system based on the recognition of a specific chip that is embedded in each key. This is why a specific kind of key is required to unlock the car and insert it into the ignition. This is one of the main reasons for a responsible Saab owner to always have a spare key in the car.

The traditional keys made of metal are easy to duplicate however the issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob must be matched with a specific car to allow the key to work. This matching takes place within the car's computer modules which are known as CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). The dealer will charge an amount to replace the modules and program a fresh one if you lose your sole key.

A locksmith at your local can reprogram the EEPROM on the car's computer to give you a new key, thereby saving you up to 50 percent or more than dealers charge! If you lose your sole key, it's vital to contact us immediately to ensure that we can save you the high costs the dealer might ask for.

Transponders

A transponder, also known as a electronic chip, is a small electronic chip that is placed in the key-fob. It sends an unicoded message. It's a component of the immobilizer that prevents thieves from using a stolen vehicle key to start it. The transponder signals from the key are detected by the receiver that is located near the ignition. The receiver is able to decode the serial numbers from the transmission. If the serial number matches, the car will begin. The majority of cars built during the last two decades have transponder keys.

They are also used on airplanes. ATC uses them to identify friendly aircraft with an encoded signal called IFF (Identification friend or foe). Certain aircrafts are equipped with mode C or mode S transponders that transmit identifying codes as well as altitude information to ATC. They also provide collision avoidance systems.

The metal components of a typical Saab key are simple to duplicate, but the microchip that is connected to the immobilizer is hard to copy. It is important to keep these safe when you own one.

Everyone with a Saab should have at least two keys that function for the car. If you lose the sole one the cost will be an enormous amount to replace it. You'll need a special computer module, a second key, and program the car to convince it you're not attempting to steal it.

Immobilizers

Immobilizers add another layer of security to stop thieves from hotwiring your vehicle. They stop the engine from being started unless the transponder in the key fob is valid. In addition to that, most cars that have immobilizers are equipped with a warning symbol on the instrument cluster, which indicates the key isn't inside. If you lose your keyfob, you will need to visit a dealer to disable it and obtain a replacement one.

These systems rely on encryption of information between the transponder system and the vehicle. Recent studies have shown that encryption sequences can be cracked by computers. Consequently, they can easily be bypassed by hackers who are able to understand the messages going back and back on the CAN bus.

These systems are far more sophisticated than the traditional immobilizers that rely on one fixed code. The latest models use a technology that changes or rolls codes to ensure that the systems are secure. The issue with these versions is that hackers can still discover ways to break the code, and then use a key to start your car. To solve this problem, the DST80 has an extended code that makes it more difficult to determine. Researchers also managed to solve it. As such, it's important to always keep your key fob in your pocket when you're not using it.