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How to Replace a Saab 9-3 Key The Saab 9-3 is a great car that has a lot of appeal for drivers. It has excellent visibility and a strong performance engine. It also has a high safety rating. It is nevertheless important to make sure that you have two working keys for your car. It is costly to replace a key if you lose it. How to replace the ignition Key on a Saab 9-3 You need to replace your car key in the event that it isn't turning. content will explain how to replace the ignition key on a Saab 9-3. You'll need a new key as well as a reprogrammable battery and a brand new key-fob cover. Unlike older models, most modern Saab cars have transponders in the key-fob, instead of a physical key to unlock and start the vehicle. The issue with this is that the reprogrammable battery inside the key-fob can wear out and won't hold a charge for long. This is particularly when you use the same key for the same lock. A professional locksmith can replace the battery quickly. You can also do it yourself if have the right tools and a bit of patience. The first step is to take the key-fob apart. Insert a flathead into the slot in the middle of your case. The plastic is brittle, and easily damaged. After the case has been opened, you can create the new key by combining the lower portion of the old key along with the transponder and banana. This will ensure that the new key is properly mated to your CIM and can make a big difference when replacing the sole key for your Saab 9-3. How do you replace the ignition Key in a Saab 900 If you don't have two keys, you will need remove the steering wheel and dashboard in order to access the ignition. Begin by disconnecting the negative battery cable. After the battery has been removed, you can remove all the trim pieces as well as dashboard pieces that surround the steering wheel. Once the dash is removed, you can put a screwdriver into the hole on the back of the ignition switch and pull it out. The ignition barrel has a key lock that can prevent the car from starting if a key isn't inside it. If the ignition switch isn't working properly, you should check whether the key is inside the lock or snared in the barrel of ignition. It's also a good idea to rotate your keys frequently and clean them regularly so that one doesn't get bent. Saab cars are different from other vehicles in that they don't have traditional keys made of metal. Instead, the car detects electric signals from the key fob through an specialized microchip inside. If you have lost your only working key fob, the dealer will charge you top dollar to replace the computer module (known as the CIM). We can reprogram the EEPROM of your current computer to make it accept new keys without having to replace it. This can save you more than 50% of the cost the dealer charges! We call it the SAAB Key PROGRAM. Find out more about it here! How to Replace the Ignition Key in a Saab9-5 The metal part of a classic Saab key is simple to copy, and not a major obstacle against theft of vehicles. The electronic part of the key-fob comes with an electronic chip that detects the car when the key is put in the ignition switch. Saab's anti-theft system has relied on this technology for over a decade. It's not as secure as an actual lock on the door, but it does make stealing your own car significantly harder. Every Saab owner should keep a spare Saab key in their car. The majority of new Saabs come with two keys, but they can be purchased from an agent using a handheld device called a Tech-2. The cost can be under $400 for the transmitter+transponder (different than the metal key blade/shell that opens the doors and turns the ignition cylinder). The only exception to this rule is the NG 9-3 vehicles which are more modern and more advanced features that require keys-fobs. If you lose all keys and the dealer replaces your CIM or TWICE modules, and charge you an extra fee. But we can reprogram the EEPROM on your computer to accept new keys without replacing the expensive modules. How to replace the ignition Key in an XC90 Saab It's possible to replace your SAAB key fob if it is having trouble turning the lock barrel. The procedure is quite simple and doesn't require you to visit a dealer. You can complete the process at home, using a couple of basic tools. First, you'll need to make the keys for your new car. Before you start, ensure that the anti-theft system is disabled by placing blocks on the rear wheels and releasing the handbrake. Next, insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position, which activates the accessories, but it doesn't start the engine. Repeat this procedure 5 times, and then leave the key in the “on” position. Next, you'll need to purchase a new case for your old key fob. These are available at most auto parts stores and are typically extremely affordable. Based on the model, you may even buy them without electronics. To open the case, gently push the screwdriver with a flathead into the slot in the middle. The case will split easily and, once you do, you'll have access to the internal electronics. To take the electronics out, use a small screwdriver, and try to pry them out with a gentle force.