Saab Car Key Replacement
Saab key replacement for cars is something that most drivers will have to deal with at some point. In contrast to other cars, Saabs need special keys with a chip that identify them.
If you are unable to replace one of them, your car won't start unless you have the other. But you can save a lot of money by acquiring it yourself instead of paying a dealer.
Keys
Losing your car keys or misplacing them can be very inconvenient and stressful, especially if you only possess one functioning key. Fortunately, this issue can be easily resolved by a professional locksmith. If you're in need an SAAB key replacement, you can rely on AutoLocks LTD to complete the task quickly and efficiently. We offer our services for 75 per cent less than the dealer.
The 03-11 SAAB owners have a unique issue with their car keys. Key fobs like these aren't very durable and tend to break easily. Many people don't own an extra spare, which can be a security risk in an emergency.
You'll have to pay about $400 to the dealer to add an additional key. You'll require a new key, a transponder and the existing key programmed. The dealer uses a Tech-2 tool to execute this procedure. It is a simple process however, you'll need mechanical expertise to make the key. This is why it's better to leave the task to an expert. The first step is to remove the emergency key from the case. Install a flathead into the slot in the middle of your key fob. After a few minutes of work you should be able split the key.
Remotes
The modern Saab automobiles don't rely on traditional metal keys for their security. Rather they have an immobilizer system based on the recognition of a unique chip inside every key. This is why a particular type of key is required to unlock the car and put it into the ignition. This is the reason that the Saab owner should always have an extra.
The classic metal keys can be easily copied but the problem is that the electronic component of a key-fob must be matched with a specific vehicle in order for it to work. This process is carried out in the car's computer modules that are known as CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). If you lose your only working key, it will cost the dealer a considerable amount to replace these modules and program a new key.
Local locksmiths can reprogram the EEPROM chip on your car computer to make a new key. This could reduce your costs by up to 50% of the cost dealers charge. We recommend that you contact us as soon as possible when you lose your keys. This will help you save money by not having to pay buying a new key from a dealer.
Transponders
A transponder or electronic chip, is an electronic chip that is placed in the key-fob. It sends an individual coded message. It's part of the immobilizer to prevent thieves from using a stolen vehicle key to start it. Transponder signals are picked up by a receiver near the ignition that decodes the serial number of the transmission. If the numbers match the car's serial number, it starts. Transponder keys are used in the majority of cars built in the last two decades.
They are also used on aircrafts. Air traffic control uses them to identify friendly aircraft using an encoded signal, IFF (Identification friend or foe). Certain aircraft have transponders operating in mode C or S that transmit the identification codes and altitudes to ATC. They also have collision avoidance systems.
The metal parts on the standard Saab Key are simple to duplicate. However the microchip that communicates with an immobilizer could be difficult to duplicate. It is crucial to keep these safe if you own one.
Everyone with a Saab must have at least two keys that function for the car. If you lose only one the cost will be a lot to replace it. You'll need to purchase an extra computer module as well as a new key and program the vehicle to convince it you're not trying to take it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers provide an additional layer of protection against hotwiring. They stop the engine from starting unless the transponder in the key fob is correct. In addition to that many cars with immobilizers also display a warning symbol on the instrument cluster that shows the key isn't inside. If replacement key for saab 93 lose your keyfob you'll need to go to a dealer to deactivate it and get a new one.
These systems are founded on encryption of data that goes between the transponder and the car's systems. Recent research has shown, however, that encryption sequences can be cracked by computers. They can also be manipulated by hackers who can read the messages that are sent back and back on the CAN bus.
These systems are far more sophisticated than conventional immobilizers, which use one fixed code. Modern models have a system that changes or rolls codes to ensure that the systems are secure. Hackers can still crack these codes and use keys to start your vehicle. To fix this issue the DST80 has a longer code to make it harder to figure out. Unfortunately researchers were able to break this too. As such, it's important to keep your key fob in your pocket when you're not using it.