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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob All cars should have a remote or transmitter that can lock or unlock your car. Batteries in these devices can be defective. You can add a second key on an Saab 93 for about $400 If you don't already have two. This involves buying a new TWICE module from a dealer and installing it with a hand-held computer, called a Tech2. Replacement Keys Many pre-owned Saabs only have one key. It is recommended to purchase a spare as soon as you can since it's much less expensive to do this than replacing the entire vehicle if you lose only one key. It is essential to rotate the keys in order to keep them from wearing and tear. If you lose your sole key, you'll have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and a specific program to convince the car you're not trying to steal it. The replacement of these modules could cost more than $400. The parts are available for purchase via mail, therefore it's not a job that can be completed in a single day for most locksmiths or even dealers. The good news is that the majority of modern Saab vehicles can have a second key that can be added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will need to use a special handheld computer known as Tech-2 Tech-2 to insert the second key and program it into the vehicle. Some independent garages can do this, but the procedure is more complex and they have to reprogramme the EEPROM of your car's computer so that it can accept the new key. Replacement key fobs Saab owners who lost their last key or had it stolen should get a new replacement as soon as possible. The steps required to obtain a second working Saab 9-3 fob will require the services department of the dealer. This can cost hundreds, including an entirely new key and TWICE module, which is theft warning integrated central electronic. It is less expensive to do this when you have a spare. The new key has to be identical to the original Module. A used one will not work. However an authentic OEM replacement can be purchased from a dealer at just a fraction of what it will cost. It's easy to remove the case from a brand new SAAB Key Fob. You can use a flathead screwdriver to remove the case however, be cautious not to damage the electronics within. After removing the batteries and electronics then you can replace the case with the shell of the previous key fob. Place the two pieces in a line and press them gently to allow them to click into the right place. Once everything is fitted then you can resynchronize your new fob. Be aware that the process of adding a key is more complex than replacing the emergency key. The dealer will have to use a special tool known as the Tech-2. Keys to Reset the Ignition First, check that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from rolling away when the lock for the transmission fails or the manual transmission slams out of gear. In saab key replacement , it's the electronics inside the key fob that determine how the car recognizes the key after it's been inserted into the ignition. The key's metal material is relatively easy to copy but the electronic component that is in the key fob what allows the car to recognize the key. This is not something a locksmith can do. It has to be done by a dealer, or an exclusive handheld computer called Tech2. This is not something a locksmith can do, it needs to be done by a dealer or through a handheld computer that is called Tech2. Tech2. The good news is that if there's one key fob that is working, the cost of adding another should be under $200 or more. The other cost is the actual fabrication of the metal key, in the event you require it. The majority of dealers can do the same thing, however it could take some time to get the part and the car programmed. Replacement Remotes The cabin of the Saab 9-3 has been designed with the driver in mind. It offers logical layouts as well being a touch. The dashboard curves around the driver and includes an exciting turbo vacuum gauge that provides an unique look to its instrumentation. The steering wheels made of leather feature audio, cruise control, and phone controls. A single cupholder is located on the console that is between the front seats, while knobs for dual-zone climate control as well as the Bose audio system are laid out according to logic. The touch-screen display could be distracting when driving. In terms of power the 9-3 is a competent performer. The base model, which is low-pressure turbo, takes about 8 seconds to reach 60mph, while the more potent Viggen can do so in 6.9 seconds. The key to the TurboX's success is excellent handling. Despite its nose-heavy 60/40 front-to-rear weight distribution the Turbo X feels agile and comfortable on two-lane highways. Fuel economy is the main downside to this car's astonishing performance. It gets about 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg highway when using the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available, but only for 2008. This model has a distinctive rear seat that folds flat onto the floor, adding to the cargo capacity. It also features a unique rear spoiler, as well as an aggressive bumper.