How to Replace the Replacement Key Battery For the Saab 9-3
Saab owners have a distinct set of steps to add the second key. It requires dealer service using a handheld computer dubbed Tech-2. Then, a new transponder and key must be purchased.
Rotate The Key Lab to stop one from deteriorating faster than the next. This will help keep your keys in perfect condition.
Replacement Case
The new key fobs for keys are not like the old Saab keys. They're equipped with electronic devices that make them difficult to copy. This has made car theft much more difficult than it was twenty years ago. It has also made it more expensive to replace keys lost.
Saab 9-3 owners must have two keys that work. It is expensive to replace a lost key, as it requires replacing the CIM module, as well as reprogramming the locking cylinders. Dealers will typically charge $100-$200 to complete this.
There are ways to reduce these high cost. Some parts dealers will search for the code from a spare key (usually the same one that opens the doors and turns off the ignition) and cut a brand new key blade from metal for only a fraction of the dealer's cost. The key must be the exact identical to the original one for it to function in your vehicle.
You can also change the case yourself by following these steps. You'll require a flathead screwdriver and some patience. With the screwdriver slowly break the plastic and then separate the emergency key from the case. Once the case is open take the electronics out and put them in your new case. Make sure you insert the correct badge and key back in the case too.
Replacement Battery
The Saab 9-3 replacement battery is a budget component that can be quickly and easily replaced. This YouTube tutorial for DIY user Cyclone Cyd explains how to replace the battery of the remote key fob in only four steps. This guide should work with any modern saab-type key fob, however the procedure might differ slightly.
The button is normally located close to the Saab logo on the back of the fob. It is usually located next to the Saab logo on the back of the fob. Then you will need an screwdriver with a flat head to insert into the tiny hole in this button. This should be enough to let the fob case open in order to change the battery.
After the new battery CR1632 is in place then you can reassemble your remote key fob, and then program it to your car. The entire process should not take more than an hour at most. It's a simple procedure that doesn't require any special equipment.
The procedure is a little more complex if you lose your key, but still possible. The dealer has to read the car's VIN and then order a replacement key blade and TWICE module, both with the exact unique code. The dealer will then have to program the key using MDI an innovative software tool.
Replacement Key Fob
The key fob is the part that locks and unlocks your car. It has a battery within. They have a limited life span and eventually will die. This is a regular issue that happens to all cars, and the good news is that you can change the batteries in most key fobs without replacing the entire case. You can buy replacement fobs from Amazon that come with all the electronics already installed, so you can simply open the case and replace the batteries in the original case. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to remove the emergency key first, and you can do this by inserting the screwdriver of a small flathead into the slot that is located in the middle of the case. The case will split as you rotate the screwdriver around it.
When you're ready to replace the keys ensure that you have a spare because this can cut down the total cost by a significant amount. If you do have a spare, you can have the dealer cut the new key and program it to your car, which is much cheaper than replacing the whole key fob.
It is possible to add another key to your vehicle even if you don't have one, however it requires some research and effort. The cost of adding a second key is a few hundred dollars, and also requires programming of the car's computer. Professionals can do this however, it's a costly option.
Replacement Ignition
Unlike earlier Saab automobiles, the current SAAB 9-3 models are equipped with a much more sophisticated alarm system that is built around a coded key. This means that when you lose your sole functioning key, getting another key can be extremely expensive since the car has to have a unique computer module installed and it must also be specifically programmed to accept an additional key. Dealers can even charge hundreds of dollars to program an entirely new key, even if they're unable to complete the task.
Dealers will charge you a premium to replace your car's computer (also called the CIM or SAAB twice) If you lose your only working key. We can reprogramme the existing EEPROM on your car's computer to be ready for an extra key. This will save you more than 50% on the price you'd have to pay a dealer.
If you've been a long-time owner of a 03-11 SAAB 9-3, then you probably know that the ignition key isn't really all that durable. They can become extremely sticky and the buttons can fall off every now and then and you should think about buying a new one if the one you have isn't performing as it should. It's not as difficult as it appears to replace the ignition key. With the right tools, it is able to be accomplished quickly.