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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob All cars must come with a remote/transmitter that can unlock or lock your vehicle. The batteries inside these devices could be damaged. You can add a second key on a Saab 93 for about $400 if you don't already have two. This involves purchasing a brand-new TWICE module from the dealer and installing it using a hand-held computer, called Tech2. Tech2. Keys Replacement A lot of used Saabs come with one key. It is a good idea, whenever you can, to buy a spare key. This is less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle if you lose it. It is essential that you rotate the keys to avoid wear and tear. If you lose your primary key you will need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module and a new one and special programming to convince the car that you're not attempting to steal it. These modules can cost up to $400 to replace and are only available by mail purchase. The majority of locksmiths or dealers cannot do the job within the same day. The good news is that a majority of modern Saab automobiles can be equipped with an additional key added to the system without replacing the computer that was originally installed in the vehicle. saab key fob replacement will have to use a specific handheld computer called a Tech-2 to insert the second key and then program it into the vehicle. Some garages that are independent can do this, however the process is more complicated and they have to reprogramme the EEPROM in your car's current computer in order for it accept the new key. Key fobs replacement Saab owners who lost their last key or had it stolen require the replacement as soon as possible. The steps to obtain a working 9-3 Saab fob will require the service department of the dealer and could cost hundreds of dollars, which includes an additional key and TWICE device, which is a central electronic with a theft warning feature. If you have a spare key, however, the process is a lot less expensive. The new key needs to be paired with the original TWICE unit as well as a used one is unlikely to work in this application, but a genuine OEM replacement can typically be purchased from the dealer at only a fraction of the price. It's easy to remove the case from a brand new SAAB Key Fob. Use a flathead tool to pry the case open and be sure to avoid damaging the electronics inside. After removing the battery and electronics, you can fit the new case inside the existing shell of the old fob. Make sure you align the two pieces and press them gently until they click into the right position. Once everything is fitted and synchronized, you can use the new fob. It is important to know that adding a key is more complicated than replacing an emergency key. The dealer will have to use a special tool known as the Tech-2. Replacement Ignition Keys If your 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 check that the transmission is in Park. This will prevent your car from spinning away in the event that the lock on your transmission fails or your manual transmission is pulled out of gear. In most cases, it's the electronics on the key fob, which control how the car recognises the key after it's been inserted into the ignition. The metal key is easy to duplicate, but it is the electronic part of the key fob that makes the car recognize keys. Adding an additional key to a Saab car requires a specific transmitter, a transponder that goes with it and some kind of special programming for the car to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something that a locksmith could do, it has to be done by a dealer or through a specific handheld computer known as a Tech2. If you already have a working key fob, then adding a new one shouldn't cost more than $200. The other expense is the actual fabrication of the key made of metal, if you need it. Most dealers can also do this, but it could take several weeks to get the key and car programmed. Replacement Remotes The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver outward with clear layouts and a tactile feel to its controls. The dashboard of the Saab 9-3 is designed to arc around the driver, and it comes with the turbo vacuum gauge, which makes for a unique touch. Leather-wrapped steering wheels come with audio, cruise control and phone controls. The console in 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 is distracting while driving. The 9-3 is a good performance in terms of power. Its base low pressure turbo model takes around 8 seconds to reach speeds of 60 mph. However, the more powerful Viggen can do it in just 6.9 seconds. The key to the Turbo X's success is its outstanding handling. Despite its weight distribution of 60/40 front-to-rear, the Turbo X is agile and well-balanced when driving on two-lane highways. The fuel economy is the sole drawback to this car's impressive performance. It gets about 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special edition Turbo X version with more power is available but only for 2008. This model comes with a unique rear-seat which folds flat on the floor to maximize cargo space. It also comes with a unique rear spoiler and more aggressive bumper.