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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob Every car must have an electronic remote that can lock or unlock your vehicle. The batteries contained in these devices are able to last for and can eventually go bad. You can add a second key on the Saab 93 for about $400 in case you don't have two. This is done by purchasing a new TWICE module from the dealer and putting it in place using an exclusive hand-held computer known as Tech2. Tech2. Key Replacement Many pre-owned Saabs come with only one key. It is a good idea, whenever you can, to purchase a spare key. This will be less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. how to program saab 9-3 key fob The Key Lab is important to rotate your keys regularly to prevent wear and tear. If you lose your keys and you lose it, you'll need a new key along with the right programming to convince your car you're not attempting to steal it. The replacement of these modules can be more than $400 and the parts are mail-order so it is not a same-day job for locksmiths, or dealers. The good news is that the majority of modern Saab automobiles can be equipped with an additional key that can be added to the system, without replacing the original computer within the vehicle. The dealer will utilize a handheld computer known as Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Certain independent garages can also do this but the process is more complicated and they will require reprogramming your existing car's EEPROM so it will accept the new key. Replacement key fobs for keys Saab owners whose previous key was stolen or lost require replacement in the earliest time possible. The steps to get an original working fob will require the service department of the dealer. It can cost hundreds, including the purchase of a new key as well as a TWICE module, which is central electronic with a theft warning feature. The process is more affordable when you have a spare. The new key has to be paired with the original TWICE unit as well as a used one is unlikely to function in this manner, however genuine OEM replacement can usually be obtained from the dealer at less than the cost. It is easy to remove the case from a new SAAB Key Fob. You can make use of a flathead screwdriver pry the case open, but be careful not to scratch the electronics inside. After you have removed the battery and electronics to make room for an entirely new case inside the shell of the fob. Be sure to align the two pieces and press them gently so that they click into place. Once the new fob is installed, you can resynchronize it. It is important to note that adding the new key is more complicated than simply replacing the emergency key and requires dealer assistance with a tool known as the Tech-2. Keys to the ignition replacement First, make sure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from rolling if the lock on your transmission fails, or if your manual transmission slams into gear. In the majority of instances, it's the electronic components in the key fob which regulates the way that the car recognizes the key once it's put into the ignition. The metal key itself is relatively easy to duplicate, but the electronic part of the key fob is what makes the car recognize the key. Adding a key to a Saab car requires a specific transmitter along with a transponder along with it, and some sort of special programming for the vehicle to convince the computer it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something a locksmith could do, it has to be done by a dealer or a specific handheld computer known as Tech2. Tech2. The good news is that if you have one working key fob the cost of purchasing another should be less than $200 or more. If you need a steel key and you are unable to make it, the cost of creating it is another consideration. A majority of dealers can make this as well, but it could take a few weeks to get the key and the car programmed. Replacement Remotes The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver outward and features logical layouts as well as an olfactory feel to the controls. The dashboard is curved around the driver, with the fun turbo vacuum gauge that gives an original touch to its instrumentation. A leather-wrapped steering column has audio, cruise control and phone controls. The console between the seats has a single cupholder, and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are laid out according to logic. A touch-screen display is able to combine music and navigation functions, but the system can be distracting while driving. In terms of power, the 9-3 is a capable performer. Its turbo model with low pressure takes about 8 seconds to reach 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen can do it in 6.9 seconds. The handling of this car is a major aspect of its success. Despite its heavy nose and 60/40 front-to-rear weight distribution The Turbo X feels agile and well-balanced on two-lane highways. The only downside to this car's amazing performance is its low fuel efficiency. It's rated at around 27 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available but only for 2008. The model has a unique rear-seat which folds flat to make more space for cargo. It also has a unique rear spoiler, as well as an aggressive bumper.