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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob All cars should have a remote or 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 requires purchasing a brand new TWICE module from a dealer and installing it using a hand-held computer, called a Tech2. Replacement Keys Many used Saabs have one key. It is recommended, as soon as you can to buy a spare one. This will be less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle should you lose it. It is also crucial to rotate your keys on a regular basis to avoid all the wear and tear and also to keep them clean. If you lose your key You'll require an entirely new key and an additional program to convince your car that you're not trying to rob it. These modules can cost upwards of $400 to replace and are only available by mail purchase. Most locksmiths or dealers are unable to complete the task in the same day. The good news is that most modern Saab vehicles can have a secondary key added to the system. saab replacement keys is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will have to use a specific handheld computer known as Tech-2 Tech-2 to add the second key and program it into the vehicle. Some garages that are independent can do this as well however the process is more complex and they will have to reprogram the EEPROM of your car's computer so it will accept the new key. Replacement Key Fobs Saab owners who lost their key last year or had it stolen must get to replace it as quickly as they can. The steps to get an additional working Saab 9-3 key fob are handled by the service department of the dealer and can cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the cost of a replacement key, a brand new TWICE module (theft alert integrated central electronics) and reprogramming the system to convince the vehicle that the second key is not a stolen one. If you have a spare key, it is much less expensive. The new key has to be connected to the original TWICE Module. A used key is not compatible. However a genuine OEM replacement can be purchased from the dealer for just a fraction of what it costs. The process of obtaining the case for a new SAAB key fob is easy. You can use a flathead screwdriver remove the case however, be cautious not to damage the electronic components inside. After you have removed the battery and electronics to make room for an entirely new case inside the shell of the fob. The two pieces should be aligned and then gently press them together so that they click in place. Once everything is fitted and synchronized, you can use the new fob. It is important to know that installing a key can be more complicated than replacing an emergency key. The dealer will have to use a tool known as the Tech-2. Keys to replace ignition The first step is to ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from rolling away in the event that the lock on your transmission fails or the manual transmission slams out of gear. In most instances, it's the electronic components in the key fob that determines how the car recognizes the key once it's put into the ignition. The metal key itself is relatively easy to copy but the electronic component of the key fob is what will allow the car to recognize the key. Adding an additional key to a Saab car requires a specific transmitter and a transponder with it and some kind of special programming for the vehicle to convince the computer it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something that a locksmith could do, it has to be done through a dealer or an electronic handheld computer called a Tech2. If you already have a functioning key fob then adding another will not cost more than $200. The other cost is the actual making of the key in metal, if you need it. Most dealers will also do this, but it may take several weeks to get both the part and the car programmed. Replacement Remotes The Saab 9-3's cabin is built from the driver's point of view outward with clear layouts and an olfactory feel to its controls. The dashboard is curved around the driver and includes a fun turbo vacuum gauge to add an individual touch to its instrumentation. A leather-wrapped steering wheel features audio, cruise control, and phone controls. The console between the seats has one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are arranged in a way that is logical. A touch-screen display integrates navigation and music functions, but the device can be distracting while driving. In terms of power the 9-3 is an impressive performer. The base low pressure turbo model takes around 8 seconds to reach a speed of 60 mph. The more powerful Viggen can reach 60 mph in only 6.9 second. The handling of the car is a key element in its success. 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 only downside to this car's impressive dynamics is its low fuel efficiency. It's rated at 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg in highway driving with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available but only for 2008. The model comes with a unique rear seat that folds flat to the floor, adding to cargo capacity. It also has a unique rear spoiler, and a more aggressive bumper.